Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/03/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>One of my colleagues recently underwent a mastectomy and will >commence intensive chemotherapy on Monday. A few days ago she asked >me whether I would be willing to come to her house on Thursday to >photograph her while she still resembles "the person I imagine >myself to be." Of course I agreed to do so, but I confess that I >am anxious about this beyond speech. I am an *amateur* >photographer, nothing more, nothing less, and much as I'd like to >think otherwise, I know that nothing has ever really been at stake >in the images that I make. > >This is different--something is at stake, I think, and I want >desperately not to blow it. > >I've thought a lot about what I want to do, and I shall let her tell >me what she wants, but I will very much appreciate any insight, >advice, or experience that any of you who might have attempted such >a thing might wish to share with me. Off list is fine. > >Many thanks in advance. If you know her well, you should not have a problem with creating a relaxed atmosphere. Despite the temptation and requirements for some "colour", I would put a vote in for at least one roll of b/w portraits. Also, get her to go about her routine, do things, and record the events. If possible, record her with those who are closest to her. good luck - -- Alastair Firkin http://www.afirkin.com http://www.familyofman2.com - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html