Unveiling Stories: Photo Project After Covid
It all started with the unprecedented challenges posed by Covid. Following that, I took the initiative to organize a creative project involving a talented group of amateur photographers. Together, we roamed the vibrant streets of Ixelles, Brussels, engaging with the community and asking individuals to pose for captivating portraits.
Armed with an analog 6X7 Mamiya RZ camera and a portable backdrop, we aimed to capture the essence of our surroundings and the unique stories of the people we met. This is the remarkable result of our collaborative efforts and artistic vision.
The making of… analog photography
We were finally allowed to step out into the bright, open space, a welcome relief after being cooped up for so long. But everybody felt a mix of half happy and half shy, caught between swirling emotions, yet undeniably eager to engage in animated conversation. They were equally excited about the prospect of being photographed, creating a palpable buzz of anticipation in the air that was impossible to ignore.
Photography projects in Brussels
The myriad of COVID photo projects that have emerged around the globe has created a vibrant tapestry of shared experiences, beautifully capturing the essence of human resilience and connection during these particularly challenging times. These collective endeavors not only document individual stories of struggle and triumph, but also foster a profound sense of community, bringing people together in unexpected and heartwarming ways. From heroic frontline workers to families courageously adapting to their new realities, each photograph serves as a powerful reminder that we are all in this together, standing united despite the physical distance that separates us. This remarkable collaborative spirit has encouraged both professional and amateur photographers alike to share their unique perspectives, igniting a wave of creativity and compassion that transcends borders and keeps the human spirit alive, reminding us that art and storytelling can not only survive but truly thrive even in the darkest of times. Sander brought together a small group of photography enthousiasts in Brussels, and went out several weekends to shoot analog portraits of strangers in the street. Now some of these portraits are permanently on display, and bigger than life, in the cultural center Elzenhof in Ixelles, a commune of Brussels.