Nicola De Sa
Prosper and Decay
In this project I have photographed the houses of my maternal and paternal grandparents in Madeira, Portugal. I have explored themes of memory, absence, and the emotional landscape of family homes. I reflect on the contrast between two spaces shaped by migration, history, and personal connection. Central to the work is the contrast in wealth and the impact of migrating for economic opportunity. My maternal grandparents built their home after returning from South Africa, where they achieved financial stability. In contrast, my paternal grandmother never left Madeira for work, moving part-time to England only after retirement. Her home remains a reflection of the environment she and my father were raised in, while also offering a glimpse into my maternal grandparents’ life before they emigrated.
Jasmine Akerman • Lauren Burch • Paul Coman • Nicola De Sa • Amber Harris • Ellen Herring • Jai Jansari • Lauren Lawler • Bella Raphael • Robin Shaw • Eddie Stenström • Abisha Tharmalingam • Amy Webb • Alex Wendes • Adam West • Aaron Widdowson • Sophie Wilks •
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