Saturday, November 04, 2006

VOICES at photo ny 2006

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Here are some photographs taken at photo ny and the comments that people left for the youth about their work.

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"This is a wonderful project ­ Thank you for bringing it here."
"Wonderful project, agree."

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Alexis' photos on one of the center walls

"I just loved your work."
"Great work, the prints look great & I hope you get lots of donations to have even more next time."
"Beautiful"

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Alexis' and Sara's pictures on one of the center walls

"Really interesting."
"The project & show were very impressive. Mainly to see that life wants to be seen & survive no matter how hard it may be."

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Left: Photo and words by Fred Okumuh with additional words by Collince Ochieng
Right: Photo and words by Zack Williams Okoth

"Your work is amazing, beautiful, mesmerizing; from the joy through the pain. The hearts from all around the globe always hear the song of love and acceptance, but sometimes we need to learn how to hear and see! With my love and gratitude!"

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Alexis' photos on one of the center walls

"Congratulations on your artwork. Your photographs touched us and hopefully more can be done to increase our awareness. I hope to see more of your work in the future. Great pics!"
"I'm so happy to see this project­ what you are doing has great value­ don't give up."

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Photo and words by Zack Williams Okoth

"Thank you for taking the time to take these photos and comments so we can be exposed to people's lives in your city. The photos are beautiful and comments are incredibly insightful. Congratulations!"

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Photo by Emmanuel Sopiyo with words by Raphael Ogello

"Your photos and words brought up so many emotions for me. Your work is VERY powerful and moving. Thank you for your openness and honesty. Never stop doing this work and thinking about these issues. YOUR voice is what will change the world! Thank you for INSPIRING ME to DO and be better."

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Left: Photo and words by Zack Williams Okoth
Right: Photo and words by Ken Shadrack Obuya

"This is one of the best booths in here."
"Thank you for sharing your lives and understandings with us. You are beautiful."

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Left: Photo by Matabel with words by Ibrahim Mukwaya
Right: Photo by Bernard Nyadida with words by Collince Ochieng

"I absolutely loved the exhibit! You both did such an impressive job! The photos are beautiful!"
"Excellent exhibit! Keep up the good work!"

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Left: Photo and words by Fred Okongo
Right: Photo and words by Victor Ombonya

"This is an amazing body of images. Please keep photographing! The world should know."
"Very excited about your project. Looking forward to hearing your stories and learning from you."

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Left: Photo by Janet Adhiambo with words by Emmanuel Omondi and Paul Bogi
Right: Photo and words by William Ochieng

"It takes powerful photos like this to inspire change. This exhibit is excellent. Keep up the good work."
"Very beautiful and powerful photos. Excellent way to share the lives and stories of extraordinary children."

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Photo and words by Jamal Juma

"This is great photography, and the fact that there is so much meaning presented within these images is very moving."
"Beautiful work­ amazing images and words."

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"Beautiful photos.­ Courage!"

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"Excellent project. When you get your website done, we will post info about you at the New Eyes Project, K12photoed.org. Keep up the great work."

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