Solène Gün's impactful photographic project, 'Turunç' (Bitter Orange), offers an intimate look into the lives of young men of Turkish descent residing in the suburbs of Paris and Berlin. The series, informed by Gün's personal heritage, vividly portrays the powerful sense of brotherhood and mutual support that defines these communities. It thoughtfully addresses their lived experiences amidst often limited opportunities, exploring themes of identity and belonging through compelling portraiture.
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Turunç, meaning Bitter Orange, is a photographic project by Solène Gün that documents the lives of young men with Turkish heritage in the suburbs of Paris and Berlin. The work explores the strong sense of fraternity and solidarity within this community, set against a backdrop of limited opportunities.
Solène Gün's photographic series 'Turunç' (Bitter Orange) delves into the lived experiences of young men from Turkish immigrant backgrounds residing in the suburbs of Paris and Berlin. As the daughter of Turkish immigrants herself, Gün brings a personal perspective to her documentation of these communities. The project highlights the powerful bonds of fraternity and mutual solidarity that exist among the subjects, while also candidly addressing the underlying sense of a lack of future prospects. Through her lens, Gün captures the complex realities and emotional landscape of this demographic.
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