TE20 Migrant Mosaics

Fabiano Alborghetti

XXXV Salah, 36 years old, Bechar, Algeria

But now who’s listening to us? he asked. I’ve learnt your language and behave as I’m supposed to. I dress in disguise but it’s no use, he repeats to me: your rejection is too firm and you don’t admit it. When I’m next to you you’re uncomfortable. What are you afraid of

when I come close? Do I disturb you? That’s how shame happens: at not seeing. In the portrait of absence I disappear.

Just before posing.

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