And now for something completely different.
On monday I did a photo shoot with my friend David for Rosie's; a charity that helps homeless people in a number of ways. While they have their roots in catholicism, i really agree with what they do on a larger scale; I think it's important for people to feel cared about. For people to know they are worth the effort is an important part of life, for me at least. It seems as though a lot of homeless people are ignored by the general population because they aren't considered pleasant or attractive in any form... and that's a pity when people do that, in my opinion. I believe that every human has value, and everyone has their own beauty to contribute to the world. It's sad when people don't step outside whatever their own little box is to see that.
If anyone wants to take a look at the photos, i've posted some over onto Flickr. I was trying to convey the loneliness that can come with being a homeless person, and the feeling of despair that many must go through. I borrowed my cousin's camera; a Canon EOS 500D. I gotta admit it's a pretty sweet piece. When I get back from the Americas I am considering getting one. Well, maybe I'll work it into the business loan thing I plan to apply for in the future. Otherwise it'll be a couple of years, heh.
This shoot really cemented the fact that I love photography, but also that I feel I am good enough at it to earn a crust. Mum has several friends who I could do work experience for (if i asked nicely), and for me it's a continual learning process without being boring or daunting.
Other than that, I am a little sad today. I miss having Annie sleep on my bed so much so that I am getting little pangs in my stomach as I think about it. She was a good friend, and the fact that we equally loved cuddles was really awesome. I miss that cat.
Love to all, especially Evan.
If anyone wants to take a look at the photos, i've posted some over onto Flickr. I was trying to convey the loneliness that can come with being a homeless person, and the feeling of despair that many must go through. I borrowed my cousin's camera; a Canon EOS 500D. I gotta admit it's a pretty sweet piece. When I get back from the Americas I am considering getting one. Well, maybe I'll work it into the business loan thing I plan to apply for in the future. Otherwise it'll be a couple of years, heh.
This shoot really cemented the fact that I love photography, but also that I feel I am good enough at it to earn a crust. Mum has several friends who I could do work experience for (if i asked nicely), and for me it's a continual learning process without being boring or daunting.
Other than that, I am a little sad today. I miss having Annie sleep on my bed so much so that I am getting little pangs in my stomach as I think about it. She was a good friend, and the fact that we equally loved cuddles was really awesome. I miss that cat.
Love to all, especially Evan.