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Somali Bantus in America

by Alan Wieder

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About the Book
Portraits of Somali Bantu refugees in the United States, both adults and children, are exhibited in this book. Hopefully, both the struggles of their lives as well as their hopes and dreams are portrayed in the photographs that I have included. While there are contrasts between their lives in Africa and the United States as is evident in the clothing they wear, I am still convinced, just as in my other photographs of people around the world, that it is their eyes that tell their stories - I hope you agree.
Features & Details
  • Primary Category: Portfolios
  • Project Option: Small Square, 7×7 in, 18×18 cm
    # of Pages: 106
  • Publish Date: May 17, 2009
  • Keywords Somali Bantu, United States, South Carolina, refugees
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About the Creator
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Alan Wieder
Portland, Oregon

Street photography began for me over 45 years ago in Columbus, Ohio. Since that time I have taken photographs in Asia, Africa, Europe, and throughout the Americas. Most of this work has been near my homes in South Carolina, Cape Town, and Portland. Recently, I’ve been privileged to study with master photographers Bruce Gilden, Peter Turnley, David Alan Harvey, and Constantine Manos. Their teachings have both expanded and focused my work. I try to capture spirit through the eyes of the individuals I photograph within the context of their settings

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