Can a camera change how a child sees the world? In teaching photography to children, I discovered the most important lessons weren’t about pictures at all.
I love love LOVE this project. Is there any way I can know more/help? The images the kids produce are almost irrelevant - though many of them are excellent. It’s being seen.
That's such an encouraging response. Thank you. And you've hit the nail on the head – the images aren't nearly as important as the opportunity for the children to engage with their own creativity.
I hope to return to this project soon. It needs a little time and thought. But I will certainly post information in the newsletter. Keep reading 🤩
There’s a documentary called Finding Family, about a Bosnians return to his home country. He was a Sarajevo orphan, and his life was changed by a photographer gifting him a camera. Small actions can lead to tremendous things
Excellent photographs! Who can foretell the enormous repercussions of this project? I bet they'll be as expansive as the wings of an infinitely colorful butterfly. A touching read amidst everything else we have going on and, as art always is (and young artists always are) a ray of authentic hope.
I do remember when you first reached out for resources for this project. Do let me know if you do it again.
Wonderful project Gavin. I love the 'I see you, you see me' aspect. It's obvious on one level, and profound and moving - us seeing one another is what makes connection, empathy and community. Did I miss the part where we can donate to the project? Please provide!
I love love LOVE this project. Is there any way I can know more/help? The images the kids produce are almost irrelevant - though many of them are excellent. It’s being seen.
That's such an encouraging response. Thank you. And you've hit the nail on the head – the images aren't nearly as important as the opportunity for the children to engage with their own creativity.
I hope to return to this project soon. It needs a little time and thought. But I will certainly post information in the newsletter. Keep reading 🤩
There’s a documentary called Finding Family, about a Bosnians return to his home country. He was a Sarajevo orphan, and his life was changed by a photographer gifting him a camera. Small actions can lead to tremendous things
I found the documentary on Apple TV – purchased and downloaded. Thank you for the pointer.
I hope you enjoy it.
"Small actions can lead to tremendous things" ❤️
Excellent photographs! Who can foretell the enormous repercussions of this project? I bet they'll be as expansive as the wings of an infinitely colorful butterfly. A touching read amidst everything else we have going on and, as art always is (and young artists always are) a ray of authentic hope.
I do remember when you first reached out for resources for this project. Do let me know if you do it again.
Wonderful project Gavin. I love the 'I see you, you see me' aspect. It's obvious on one level, and profound and moving - us seeing one another is what makes connection, empathy and community. Did I miss the part where we can donate to the project? Please provide!
Thank you, Christine.
Connection: more important than ever!
I'm not seeking donations currently but when that time comes, I shall be knocking on your door 😉
Beautiful initiative
Beautiful Gavin. So moving to read the stories of these children and the world you've opened up to them. Well done. Well done.
Thank you, James. I'm pleased that you appreciated the children's stories and I'm grateful for your comment.
Good deeds in a wicked World.