In a visual journey of poetic images, the photographer examines how
living with Parkinson's disease has changed her view of the world.
Through the process, she commits to a more optimistic perspective.
After discovering that she had Parkinson's disease, Torrance York
focused her camera on the challenge to integrate this life-altering
information into her sense of self. In Semaphore, York presents
photographs of nature, the human body, medical images, details from
daily life, and of light, to speak metaphorically about her shift in
perspective post diagnosis. Plunged into an experience often described
as dark or isolating, York surfaces with quiet, generous and luminous
images that bare human vulnerability, while inspiring optimism and
connection. Over ten million people worldwide are living with
Parkinson's disease. While this book is relevant to the Parkinson's
community, it connects with others whose journeys require growth,
patience, and perseverance to move forward.
Torrance York earned an MFA in photography from Rhode Island School of
Design and a BA from Yale.