aepelbacher 0 Posted September 6, 2007 Another portrait from Africa. I can't really go back and re-shoot any, so I know that photographically, they leave something to be desired. But I love the beautiful smiles these women live out in their lives and show in these photos.I have 2312 photos from two weeks spent there. I actually could easily have taken more, but I was actually working as a volunteer, so I didn't have a lot of time to use my camera. :-) Anyway, I thought I'd start with some photos of the women I worked with. The organization is called Amani ya Juu, which in Swahili means, "Higher Peace". It is a reconciliation project, teaching marginalized women to sew so that they can have a trade and thus support themselves and their families.I think that Lucy is one of the most beautiful of all of the beautiful women I met in Africa. Like the previous couple of photos, I wish that I hadn't used such a wide aperture, because I wish that there were a lot more sharp detail. Any other thoughts?I will look forward to hearing from you..... :-) Link to comment
jayme 0 Posted September 7, 2007 I really like the background on this one, it not only provides nice light but interest too. Another beautiful smile :) I love her hair braids. I hope you got a profile of this lovely lady :) Link to comment
aepelbacher 0 Posted September 7, 2007 No, no profile shot of her ... but I did get a shot of her at work, which I love. When I get my external hard drive set up again, I'll post it here for you to look at. :-) Link to comment
pnital 36 Posted September 12, 2007 The bright BG accentuate her face Lou Ann, I like the series you did of the people you met. also your bio pic is wonderful! Link to comment
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