Ava Levine Photography has the power to capture the essence of a person, place or thing and reveal hidden aspects that we might have never noticed. That’s why photographer Barbara Peacock is on a mission to explore the American Dream through the lens of a camera. In her project “American Bedroom,” she travels the United States capturing intimate and anthropological photographs of average Americans in their bedrooms.
The bedroom is a personal and intimate space where we can be the truest version of ourselves. It is where we start and end the day, and it reveals so much about our personalities and lifestyles. Barbara Peacock is passionate about capturing the “poetic resonance of ordinary subjects” and in this project, she has successfully brought to light the many different living conditions and lifestyles that make up the American experience.
As you scroll through these candid photographs, you will see the diversity of American bedrooms, from those that are cluttered and cozy to those that are sparse and minimalistic. Each image tells a unique story, and together, they paint a picture of what the American Dream truly means to different people. From urban apartments to rural homes, these photographs show us the wide range of living conditions that exist in the United States.
After taking a look at these fascinating photographs, we invite you to check out Barbara’s older works which we have previously shared. Her talent for capturing the essence of ordinary subjects is sure to leave you captivated and inspired. So get ready to dive into the world of the American Bedroom and discover the hidden aspects of the American Dream.
#1 Doris, Age 97
#2 Faith, Age 9
#3 Freddy, Age 67
#4 Becky And Dave, Ages 65
#5 The Belfon Family – Meg age 35
#6 Dale, Age 48
#7 Tuesday, Age 23
#8 Lula, Age 97
#9 Rachael, Age 9 And Aeriyna, Age 4
#10 Harry and Alan – Ages 72, 75
#11 Miss Dorothy – Age 70
#12 Megan, Age 6
#13 Lucinda, Age 88
#14 Abagail, Age 4
#15 Camille, Age 32 And Ashley, Age 31
#16 Jamie Age 44 – (Pepper, Opal, Mazy & Pearl)
#17 Claire And Tee, Ages 19 and 23
#18 Jeanine, Age 64
#19 Kasey, Age 7
#20 Chloe, Age 18
#21 Jordan, Age 62
#22 Frances, Age 31
#23 Andrew, Age 31
#24 Sisters Katie, Age 27 And Janie, Age 25
#25 Tom, Age 86
#26 Jane Doe, Age 51
#27 Cody, Age 27
#28 Emily, Age 23
#29 Andy And Db, Ages 53 And 52
#30 Lupe
