“Xoxo” by Emma Holzer is literally begging to be seen. Each photo is a physical letter, seamlessly composed, effortlessly emphatic and yet beautifully delicate. A simple formula, nature, windows, and text. However the messages and emotions these pieces evoke are anything but simple. Thought provoking, raw, and timeless photo after photo you are sucked deeper into the story of Emma’s relationships. Through organic scenes with geometric centerpieces, Emma explores the intricacies of honesty. Touching on themes of abandonment, admiration, and intimacy, “Xoxo” envelops the reader and gently forces them to consider the message portrayed.
Ranging from quirky to nostalgic, every piece in this series is beautifully crafted. Each window has character, and each scene supports its window dutifully. Soft yet striking, the light dances around each photo. Every color working together to create a harmonious calm feeling that shrouds the viewer.
“Xoxo” is quintessential. Bold yet soft, loud yet subtle, each piece draws you in and propels you to the next. Sincere, brave, and ageless, the messages Emma sends to those she holds dear are extraordinarily relatable and utterly sublime.
Viewers are lucky to be let into these intimate moments that Emma creates and I encourage everyone to explore this series and more by visiting Emma Holzer’s website here.