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Where do we call home? As a dual national (British Iranian) living in Wales for over 20 years, this question has preoccupied me much of my life. So I decided to move to Tehran, Iran in 2010. With no fixed return date, I intended my stay to give me a better understanding of my Iranian side. I returned to the UK in 2014. My time spent living in Tehran was defined by changing states of mind. The contrast between secluded spaces and the palpable tension of public spaces felt distinctly noticeable. The relief of feeling at ease, ensconced in the home, café or on a trip with friends, gave these spaces distinct character and value within the cacophony of Iranian life. I returned in 2015 to attempt to capture an honest, non-exoticised, personal portrayal of memories and identity.