Thursday, October 27, 2005
"Gigi laughing", Havana Cuba, 2005
Sometimes I use motion in my photographs to reflect an energy. The abstract results allow the viewer to "feel" the image rather than focus on the literal. n
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
R.I.P Rosa Parks
DETROIT - Rosa Lee Parks, whose refusal to give up her bus seat to a white man sparked the modern civil rights movement, died Monday. She was 92.
Mrs. Parks died at her home of natural causes, said Karen Morgan, a spokeswoman for U.S. Rep. John Conyers, D-Mich.
Mrs. Parks was 42 when she committed an act of defiance in 1955 that was to change the course of American history and earn her the title "mother of the civil rights movement."
We have lost a true American Treasure.
Mrs. Parks died at her home of natural causes, said Karen Morgan, a spokeswoman for U.S. Rep. John Conyers, D-Mich.
Mrs. Parks was 42 when she committed an act of defiance in 1955 that was to change the course of American history and earn her the title "mother of the civil rights movement."
We have lost a true American Treasure.
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Saturday, October 22, 2005
Monday, October 17, 2005
Graffiti memorials
In 2003 when my ex and I moved to Bed-Stuy/Bushwick, I began a photo project (one of many) on graffiti memorials. This is a long term project, but here are a few of the shots.
"Church One Sunday", Gonaives, Haiti 2004
This photo taken shortly after Tropical Storm Jeanne ravaged the city of Gonaives, Haiti. This was a classroom converted to a church. Most of the churches in Gonaives were destroyed.
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"Toast to the light", 2005
I took this photo at the (former) Akwaaba Cafe in Bed-Stuy. I can't remember what I was toasting to, but pictured here looking very unamused is my beautiful friend Ngozi.
Akwaaba has since closed. I can't recall the name of it right now, but my first brunch at the "new" spot was less than tasty, and that's being kind. :-)
Akwaaba has since closed. I can't recall the name of it right now, but my first brunch at the "new" spot was less than tasty, and that's being kind. :-)
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Erikah Badu, Million More Movement, 2005
I thought she had the most moving speech of all the presenters I've heard. Right On, Erikah! (Photographed from giant screen)
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Million More Movement Couple", 2005
This couple was hanging out in front of the D.C. Metro station. When i saw this, I just HAD to record the moment.
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My boi and fellow photographer Jim Carroll at the Million More Movement, 2005
We always end up taking silly photos of us taking photos of each other. Jim is my boi, my brotha, a great spirit and good photographer!
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Sunday, October 16, 2005
"Fruit of Islam Security Officer, Million More Movement, 2005
The Fruit of Islam is the Nation of Islam's official security force, better known as its paramilitary wing. In 1992, William/Abdul Sharieff Muhammad, "Supreme Captain" of the Fruit of Islam, told the Final Call, official newsletter of the NOI, "We have a military structure that we train our men into." This 'structure' provides security at all major NOI functions, guards Minister Farrakhan's mansion and also provides personal security to the Minister at his frequent public appearances, including his weekly appearance at the Mosque Maryam, the NOI's main mosque in Chicago.
In addition to the Fruit of Islam security corps, it is alleged that the NOI controls a highly organized security empire comprising some eight different businesses, responsible for patrolling state-funded housing projects.
In addition to the Fruit of Islam security corps, it is alleged that the NOI controls a highly organized security empire comprising some eight different businesses, responsible for patrolling state-funded housing projects.
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"Lot's of Lovin'" Million More Movement, 2005
Right after I snapped this picture, my best friend remarked, "you're always aware of the small moments". I am. I'm moved by the simplicity within the complexity. Moments like this , a hug, can be fleeting or it can be hearfelt.This captured my eye, simply because I felt the woman's joy. A smothering hug from this gentleman makes her radiate, and for that moment and forever more, we are connected.
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