I would love nothing more than to be able to share heartwarming stories of people whose photographs I take.
Sort of like the Humans Of New York. What Brandon does on that site is just...beautiful. The short narratives of perseverance, self-acceptance, obsession, achievement, sensitivity, regret, elation etc. have brought about fiery emotions from his readers. I smile, gasp, get very bothered indeed and sometimes laugh out loud when I browse through the stories he collects. His work affects.
Undeniably.
Little
wonder he's being exponentially imitated worldwide. I thought about
joining the movement. I thought about it for a while...but aside from
the fact that there's now a Humans of Lagos site (which is great and you should please go have a look-see),
I also am not entirely convinced I would be able to extract people's
stories the way Brandon does. I mean, how do you get a complete stranger
to tell you their deepest and darkest stories? Or share their happiest
and most private moments? Sincerely, I haven't got even half of a clue.
SO...I'll do what I know I can and take pictures of people whose style inspires me to lift my camera and shoot.
Like this bundle of elegance.
Your writing style is really good and I like the look of this woman.
ReplyDeleteShe's fierce. Love her everything
ReplyDeleteSo cool with her retro glasses
ReplyDeleteIsnt she just lovely and graceful? I love it when women understand their bodies and wear what suits, rather than try to follow whatever is in vogue.
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