I thought it would be useful for research purposes to attempt to contact the author of the book 'Status Anxiety', here is the email that has been sent, any reply will be updated on here.
"Hello,
My name is Teresa and I am studying for a degree in Photography. I am in the process of the production of a photo book for the second year project.
I am contacting you today because I have an interest regarding the subject of Status Anxiety, after coming accross it from your book, and would greatly appreciate some comments on the subject for my research.
The concept of my book is closely related to some of the subjects in the book, and I am mid way through watching the series for further insight. Through the use of photography I aim to tackle this anxiety, but on a particular topic, houses.
It is personal and also relatable, but I believe the concept of the mortgage, ownership, size and area relate so closely to this anxiety to become of value in the eyes of the world. Everytime I look into the window of an estate agent, I have this feeling of expectation and sadness, I am so far away from this situation, I feel I will receive value and respect when I have reached the ultimate goal of my own home.
But I don't believe this is true, it is a false reality in which I need this material possession and status in society in order to exist. This 'falsness' of the reality is basically the theme of the project, and will be produced with augmented houses, and presented as such like a sort of brochure.
I understand that a response is unlikely, however I believe it is always worth a try! Any insight or opinions on the concept I have mentioned would be greatly appreciated.
Regards
Teresa"
My name is Teresa and I am studying for a degree in Photography. I am in the process of the production of a photo book for the second year project.
I am contacting you today because I have an interest regarding the subject of Status Anxiety, after coming accross it from your book, and would greatly appreciate some comments on the subject for my research.
The concept of my book is closely related to some of the subjects in the book, and I am mid way through watching the series for further insight. Through the use of photography I aim to tackle this anxiety, but on a particular topic, houses.
It is personal and also relatable, but I believe the concept of the mortgage, ownership, size and area relate so closely to this anxiety to become of value in the eyes of the world. Everytime I look into the window of an estate agent, I have this feeling of expectation and sadness, I am so far away from this situation, I feel I will receive value and respect when I have reached the ultimate goal of my own home.
But I don't believe this is true, it is a false reality in which I need this material possession and status in society in order to exist. This 'falsness' of the reality is basically the theme of the project, and will be produced with augmented houses, and presented as such like a sort of brochure.
I understand that a response is unlikely, however I believe it is always worth a try! Any insight or opinions on the concept I have mentioned would be greatly appreciated.
Regards
Teresa"
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