Travel & Humanitarian Photos
How best to conclude a pictorial summary of 2008? I think this is appropriate. 2008 has been a year of change and readjustment for me. It concluded with me planning several exciting projects for 2009 and I think the final entry in next year’s blog promises to be really interesting.
One of the projects I have been working on has been something of a departure for me. I’m used to showing the sunny, smiley side of exotic locations and I love bringing out the best in a place. However, I’m also aware that there are deeper, more personal stories to be told. This was brought home to me in quite a stark fashion recently when I heard a young lady relate her experiences as a Falun Gong practitioner in mainland China. She spoke calmly and eloquently about her life and the reasons why she eventually decided to flee China, leaving her home and family behind. I have met with the lady on several occasions since, recording interviews and taking photographs in the hope that I can do some justice to her story and perhaps bring it to a wider audience. I will post the result of our efforts here soon but in the meantime, here is one of the images I’ve taken. You may see something much softer in this interpretation but having heard this lady’s story I have called this photograph “Determination”.
Gavin,
That’s a wonderful photo. And very different from the wonderful photos you normally post here. Beautiful.
Have a Peaceful and Happy New Year.
jack
Cheers Jack! I hope the new year brings you all that you hope for.
Hi Gavin,
That’s a truly remarkable photo – you did a fabulous job! I am greatly looking forward to seeing the completed project. Be sure to let me know when it’s done. I’ve also enjoyed traipsing around your blog looking all the stunning photos – I’m a fan. Thanks for sharing them!
Cindy