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| Posted by: photoblog |
10/19/2007 10:40 AM |
What makes a photo a favorite photo? First, as photojournalists we do NOT tell people how to look, what to do and what to wear. We record with our cameras, digital or video, of what happened at an event, crime scene or natural disaster. The photo just happens in front of the lens. I just record the moment. I was once told to stop thinking and just take the photo as you might miss the moment.
Above is one of my favorite photos from a project that published last year on Muslim in Marion. Sana Qamar, age 13 on Aug. 20, 2006, just finishes her personal prayers on a Sunday with her family in the living room. Her mother is Dr. Humeraa Qamar, a local pediatrician and her father is Dr. Asad Qamar, an area cardiologist, all gathered with three generations of family for prayer. They are practicing Muslims and active in the local and global community in the area of charity.
I wanted to photograph a family praying together at their home. I was invited into their home, served tea and cookies and we shared stories, not just the subject at hand. We learned from each other – how delightful!
I think all too often we think our cultures, races and religions divide, but we are more alike then we dare think. Explore new worlds that are in your community today!
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Re: A few of my favorite photos. . . |
By Lavanya Arulselvam on
3/18/2008 11:45 AM |
| this is such an amazing picture. the vibrance of her clothes creates an exciting look but you can see how important her faith is to her. how old is this girl now? i would like to meet her to see Islam from the view of a teenage girl. any info how i could?<br>GREAT PHOTO! |
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Re: A few of my favorite photos. . . |
By Lavanya Arulselvam on
3/18/2008 11:47 AM |
| I LOVE THISSSS |
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