It has been quite the productive year. I know some people hated 2009 for some reason, but i feel that it is what you make it to be. I am currently engulfed in photography. I have never felt so passionate about anything in my life, and it makes me feel good, that i know what i live for. As in any year, i had my ups and downs with 2009. But to make myself more photo related, I’ll update you on what I’ve done haha.
Many of you know that i had been working on a project with Asian American Immigrant Families, well if you did not see my awesome reaction to winning a scholarship for it, you should. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6irsKm5eTRQ[/youtube] But yes, for those of you who want to see the sort of final product, I have the show coming up in February. It’s going up February 21st, and then the reception will probably be that upcoming Friday or so.
Next Project, I believe i had finished what i believe is my first body of work. By this i mean, it is actually something that i feel is complete, and i don’t think there are any loose ends. I had followed the Brooklyn Tech Engineers Football Team, for their first season under Coach Kyle McKenna. In my time with the team, these young men brought back many memories of my high school days, and being in the same position that they are in. It really struck a chord in my heart, how dedicated and determined these young men were, and how much they all sacrificed to step on this field every week for 48 minutes of memories, to be reflected on for a lifetime. I’m still reflecting on mine.
I am working on about 3 projects at the current moment. I am spending great amounts of time on this one, that i am not ready to present to the internets yet, but one day will. However, here’s a little preview, in no particular order.
I feel that i have matured over this year, and that I have many people to thank for that. Thank you for everyone who has given me the opportunity to be part of their lives, and for them to be part of mine. Special Thanks goes out to my 3 1/2 Chinamen group, James Weber, Corky Lee, Karen Zhou, Taiyo Na, Magnetic North, The Brooklyn Tech Football Team, My Critique Class, SVA BFA Photo Cage, The Chinatown Ice Cream Factory, and to all my Hing Dais and Muis!
Happy New Years, and let’s make 2010 even better!
Donald Duck, Goofy, Mickey Mouse, punch all yo contenders in da fuckin’ mouths.
The job you did this year documenting the team was amazing. I am so thankful for the effort and skill you put forward. The photos you took will last a lifetime for the players, the coaches and the fans. Thanks again!
very awesome