Photographer Erin Sullivan, who lives and works in Los Angeles (USA), has found a unique way to satisfy her passion for exploration and travel, while still following the stay-at-home order due to the Corona pandemic.
Sullivan lets her creativity run wild in her latest photo series, "Our Great Indoors." In this series, she creates majestic, vibrant natural scenes from familiar objects that are always present in her home: pancakes, pillowcases, raincoats...
A trip made from... a raincoat
Sullivan's work as a travel photographer has taken her to countless wonders around the world, and it was these excursions that helped her mentally prepare for more than 40 days of quarantine. "I asked myself: how can I continue to be creative, continue to connect with the outside world, and continue to travel, which are such important parts of my development, as well as the development of society," Sullivan told CNN.
Young photographer Erin Sullivan
And below are the works born from Sullivan's creativity and travel experiences during the quarantine days.
This place was named by Sullivan as "Great Pancake Canyon" (modeled after the Grand Canyon National Park in the US), with the Syrup River flowing through.
Next up is “Glitter Gore-Tex Cave,” inspired by the feeling she had while standing in a glowing cave in New Zealand.
Props to create this sparkling scene include: a piece of tin foil, 2 books, a raincoat, a night light, and a block of rose quartz.
Not only did Sullivan recreate the majestic natural landscapes he had passed through, he also "revived" his childhood memories - peaceful mornings with his family on Lake Tinfoil.
"A peaceful morning, fishing on Lake Tinfoil"
"I grew up next to Long Island Sound. When I was a kid, my grandfather used to take us there in his little boat."
This image was created using tin foil, toothbrushes, light bulbs placed behind a cloth, and tiny photo models.
"Take a walk on the chocolate mountains"
"Normally, chocolate or snacks are the food I bring on hikes or photo shoots. But the quarantine days have introduced me to a new kind of adventure with these chocolate bars - less physical and more imaginative."
An afternoon visit to Jello Lake
"While many people are still having to go out to do necessary work every day, facing risks and dangers from the epidemic, I stay at home, playing with tiny toys and rosemary... I just hope that this photo series can bring a little optimism and joy. I believe that people always need art, even in this time. Especially in this time."
Rosemary Forest
This forest is made from rosemary sprigs, baking soda (to make snow), a paper plate, a sheet of paper, and a flashlight.
"And whether you're traveling or quarantining, don't forget to take care of yourself."
Onion Springs tubs
"Whatever your therapy is. Just make time to nourish your mind, spirit, and body. It doesn't have to be hard or too much work. For example, look at these onion tubs - hand-crafted, 100% natural, and heated to the perfect temperature!"
Some more "home" adventures by Eric Sullivan:
