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Urban renewal meets the poverty line. |
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Photography by Sasha Sobrino
Artist Statement
As Leslieville continues to undergo it's makeover in the heart of Toronto, evidence of two worlds colliding begins to appear everywhere I look. These images are an attempt to capture this section of the city in transformation.
I've chosen a few key shots that I feel best reflect my sentiments. One of the photographs may show an older and more worn vision of the city, while another might demonstrate a more polished and crisp view.
I've chosen photographs that are strong compositionally, and are at the same time simple in their elements. Using interesting angles and dynamic colour schemes, I hope to have shed new light on everyday sights within my city.
After being given a subject as large as Toronto, I felt that it would be best to focus in on only one of the many neighbourhoods that can be found here. Leslieville, located to the East of the downtown core, is one that I hold dear to my heart.
Made up of an eclectic mix of people, houses, shops and restaurants, it has a distinct Toronto feel to it. The area is in a perpetual state of transition. Struggling to keep up with the more stylish Queen West, all the while resisting the slow gentrification that looms above it's head.
Urban renewal is a huge topic to citizens of any city. Discarding of the old and dilapidated, in order to make way for the new and shiny brings up many issues.
I am aware of what a feat it would be to represent all of these issues with a handful of images, so all that I am offering is my own insight. These big changes are seen through my eyes, and are represented in a way that makes the viewer stop and take a second look.
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