“It takes strength to build a life. It takes even more faith and hope to build it again.”
This photography project honors the resilience, courage, and unwavering determination of immigrants—people who leave everything behind, often multiple times, in pursuit of a new beginning. Their journeys are marked by hardship and sacrifice, yet fueled by hope and the dream of a better future.
In this series, I focus on their hands—their worn, calloused, and tireless hands—because they tell stories no words can fully capture. These hands carry the weight of struggle, the proof of labor, and the quiet strength to endure and rebuild.
I share this story not only as an observer but as an immigrant myself. Through these images, I connect with their journeys, their hopes, and their relentless spirit.
