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Russell Smith
I was born at the American Hospital in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. I find inspiration in the lives of so many people from Joan of Arc to Oscar Wilde. While my primary avocation is photography, I also enjoy philosophy, theology and most of all, history. My beloved wife, Robin Anne Smith, who passed away in 2013 is also an inspiration to me. My beloved partner, Dana is also a great support and inspiration to me. I'd be remiss if I did not mention my cats: Maxwell, and Nigel.
I want an unlike button…or a this makes me so sad button for this one Russell
That’s why I always call those pictures “grim.” It’s an everyday reality here in Hollywood where less than a mile away people live in Byzantine splendor up in the Hollywood Hills. These are the only pictures that I take in black and white.
It just shouldn’t be
I agree. That’s why it’s important for me to document this kind of social injustice.
Fantastic photo!
Thanks!
It is sad that this is his reality. It is sad for many people that they live this reality, while the rest of us bitch about taxes and guns and what’s on sale.
I know. We all worry about stray animals, but there are stray people too. Lost, abandoned, hopeless. I feel obliged to document their plight.
I love your street portraits. They have such power. This is a statement about our land of plenty!