First Night on the Street...1st of Street Youth Series
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In 1992, I was asked by the United Church of Canada to produce a photo essay about street youth for display at a major conference it was hosting. I spent 3 weeks working on the project, mainly at night and the early hours of the morning.
At about 2 am one day I found this young girl wandering aimlessly, looking dressed for school and clutching a sleeping bag. It was so obvious that she did not belong and was very frightened. I quickly found a police cruiser to investigate and she was delivered back to her home that morning.
In my 'Photojournalism' collection.
Many thanks to Max Schenk for the spotlight!
In the Street Youth...Their Story! photo essay.
47 responses
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Donna Mullins gave props (3 Jul 2012):
A very moving photo James. Kudos to you for helping her out!
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Lynn E. Harvey gave props (3 Jul 2012):
Excellent documentary work! Thankfully, U took time to help, poignant shot!
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Donald Garrett gave props (3 Jul 2012):
Great rescue story! Thanks for posting
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Carlo Pagan gave props (3 Jul 2012):
A W E S O M E ! ! !
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Roy M. Gunnels gave props (3 Jul 2012):
Brilliant work James!
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Bruce Baker gave props (3 Jul 2012):
Magnificent
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Deborah Downes gave props (3 Jul 2012):
Powerful image. Deeply moving. Thankful you helped her. Sadly, there are so many like her who aren't rescued.
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Susan B. Griffith said (3 Jul 2012):
The situation is well documented. You've captured the unknown she faces.
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Sonia Adam Murray gave props (3 Jul 2012):
A deep and powerful photo and as Susan says you have captured the unknown she faces perfectly.
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Charles Rushton said (3 Jul 2012):
Stong street portrait. Good illustration.
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chuck vona gave props (3 Jul 2012):
Your description adds to the power of the photo. Well done.
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kenneth boston gave props (3 Jul 2012):
fantastic
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Elsa Mein gave props (3 Jul 2012):
great shot!
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Suzanne McGeady said (3 Jul 2012):
You did the right thing! Poor scared little girl.....hope it turned out well for her. So sad to see this more and more.
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Susan Littlefield gave props (4 Jul 2012):
A poignant capture. Her expression definitely shows her uncertainty. Thank you for your kindness!!
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ROCIO GUILLEN gave props (4 Jul 2012):
What a story! Excellent image!
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Leslie Hunziker gave props (4 Jul 2012):
sad....and beautiful at the same time.
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Regenia Brabham gave props (7 Jul 2012):
This is a powerful image and I wish there were more people out there that reached out like you did. I was once her.
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Marco Martinez gave props (7 Jul 2012):
It is a very moving image. There is great sadness and fear, two things we never wish our children to experience.
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elfriede fulda gave props (9 Jul 2012):
Sad with a good ending, hopefully, great capture !
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dp * gave props (9 Jul 2012):
Yikes, that is scary. Great entry.
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Justin Matthew said (9 Jul 2012):
great shot
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Andrea Petersen gave props (9 Jul 2012):
You happened to be in the right place at the right time and probably turned this young girls life around for the better...Great entry!.
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Kevin Kott gave props (9 Jul 2012):
BRILLIANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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John Linton gave props (10 Jul 2012):
Striking Fear in the Heart of JPG's Theme Park
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JanElle gave props (10 Jul 2012):
She looks so lost and alone.. an excellent image, narrative and entry !
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Davide Simone (Deleted) gave props (15 Jul 2012):
i agree with Susan, compliments
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Shirley Valencia gave props (16 Jul 2012):
fantastic capture. great entry
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Patty Gross gave props (17 Jul 2012):
This is brilliant, James. What a marvelous outcome for this young lady. Your photo is awesome. I love it!!
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Jason Platt gave props (18 Jul 2012):
great pic and you stepped up which few people do...
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V gave props (18 Jul 2012):
sad and touching with her situation reflected honestly in her face. but what's special is that she revealed it to you on camera.
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Yaz Hawkins said (20 Jul 2012):
Fantastic shot, James!
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Elyseo gave props (21 Jul 2012):
I agree with charles! nice!
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Jean Pierre Vacherot (Deleted) gave props (22 Jul 2012):
Great shot
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Ann Reece gave props (22 Jul 2012):
She looks so terrified and if I found myself alone and on the street, I would be terrified!!! So fantastic that you helped her out!!! This is a powerful image!!!
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Gerard Sweeney said (23 Jul 2012):
Great photography, says it all, well done getting her home safe
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Paperini Renato gave props (27 Jul 2012):
A "Hot" deserved, the bundle in his arms like a baby in diapers.
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Cindy Griff said (2 Aug 2012):
A very moving story and excellent capture, I hope this young lady is doing well today.
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Giampaolo Lolli gave props (12 Aug 2012):
Excellent b/w!
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Ronnie Ginnever gave props (13 Aug 2012):
Awesome!
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Jim A gave props (14 Aug 2012):
Amazing snap! well done
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MindTheStep gave props (20 Aug 2012):
moving capture!
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Michele Wambaugh said (21 Aug 2012):
Maybe my favorite, this waif, in your powerful series!
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G. Downie gave props (13 Sep 2012):
Great set; in fact your entire portfolio here is quite stellar. Touching and poignant image....cool that you got it right in front of the old Sam The Record Man on Younge Street.
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D. Smetana gave props (8 Oct 2012):
I think this is my favorite in the series. Highlights the vulnerability.
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J.L. Sofka said (25 Oct 2012):
How touching!
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Chris Jennings said (3 Nov 2012):
The whole set is masterful; this is the masterpiece. Poignancy, poverty, defiance, pride, all captured in an image that, although sensitive, pulls no punches.
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