Yesterday I had the opportunity to be part of a large project for Children’s Hospital Central California. Myself, and 27 other professional photographers joined forces and documented “a day in the life at Children’s”. I can probably speak for most of the photographers in that this was a unique opportunity for us to come together as a professional community and work as one. I met several new photographers in the area, and got to catch up with some old friends. Two of my favorites that also participated in this adventure was Mariano Friginal and Jennifer Wycoff, both of which I highly admire and were delighted to see.
We each had a predetermined 6 hour shift during the 24 hours, 2-3 hospital staff dedicated to us, and specific locations in the hospital to photograph. They assigned me to the areas that I am most natural in; the smallest patients in the hospital in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) along with new Maternal Fetal Center where I got to witness my first ultrasound of a baby! I have been told that the fruits of our labor will be featured in a book to come out in early October. I will be sure to keep you updated as soon as the book is available for viewing and purchase.
What a true delight this experience was. The NICU was an inspiration. It’s a place of kind souls and strong spirits where hope is overflowing. I was given permission to share one image on my blog from my adventure yesterday. I choose this one below because these little lovey dolls are Oh So Sweet. Many of the babies have them, and mommy puts it close to her to get her scent on it, and the dolls stay with the baby so they can feel mommy close when she cannot be there.
I have a new sense of reverence for the Hospital and the service it provides for the community at large. Thank you Children’s for doing all you do for us.
by Jamie
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