By Kelly Brantner | CEO
Creativity and self-expression have long been central themes for Business for Better Society, driving our commitment to support PhotoStart’s impactful mission. These values also resonate deeply with our community, as shown by your steadfast dedication to empowering young photographers through your generous support.
In this update, we're delighted to share some recent achievements and a wonderful success story from an incredible group of talented young photographers.
Media Recognition
PhotoStart’s students made headlines in Kenya's prestigious Standard Newspaper in a feature on street photography that showcased their incredible work and journey.
The story highlighted Akingstone, a former Photo Start student now flourishing as a street photographer. He shared, "[they] provided me with a platform I had only dreamed of." He continued by saying “I believe in art as a possible pathway to creating job opportunities for young people. An event can be covered by several people, whether it’s photography or videography. For bigger and corporate events, the number is larger, and so is the cheque. After Photo Start, I joined a friend of mine who has his own company, and from there I also learned video editing. In the future, I want to try my hand in cinematography.”
Success Story
In the streets of Umoja 3, a residential estate in Nairobi, Kenya, a rising star is emerging named Melvin. Born in 2003, her passion for photography has been ignited by her uncle's artistic influence since childhood.
From early on, she found herself drawn to the magic of her uncle's photography studio, where she eagerly assisted in styling clients. Her fascination with the craft only grew more robust over time, leading her to leap at the chance to enrol in photography classes offered by Photo Start.
Since joining the program, Melvin has flourished, diving headfirst into the world of photography. Her focus on portrait photography has allowed her to develop her skills, earning her uncle's trust to work independently with clients. Looking ahead, her ambitions are clear. She envisions a future where she continues to collaborate with her uncle in his photography studio, using her newfound expertise to capture the essence of life through her lens.
New Collaboration Alert
In just a couple of months, students in the new Photo Start partnership program with Opportunity for All have rapidly developed their photography and creative skills. Their program has covered a vast range of topics including:
The students are also exploring creative tools like Canva, demonstrating their commitment to learning and self-expression.
Empowering youth in underserved communities goes beyond developing skills. It's about creating a platform for personal expression, where young people can share their dreams, fears, and aspirations. By nurturing these emerging photographers and storytellers, we gain insight into their personal journeys and unique viewpoints. Our hope is to broaden the reach, encouraging more young visionaries to bring their perspectives to the world.
Thank you again for your continued generosity, which is making a lasting difference in the lives of these talented young individuals!
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By Kelly Brantner | CEO
By Kelly Brantner | CEO
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