A father comforts his son on the seat of a Shanghai bus. Their ears seem to be listening to each other. I framed this image tightly to emphasize those ears, and bring a sense of intimacy to this image. The noise and chaos of the bus fades. In this moment, only the sound of love can be heard.
I don't have any formal schooling in photography, but I am inspired by the ideas and work of Phil Douglis, Director of The Douglis Visual Workshops in Phoenix, Arizona. (www.pbase.com/pnd1) I have been working with him via the Internet since 2004. He has introduced me to the concepts of expressive photography, and over the years he has encouraged me to explore all kinds of photography. Phil has been a huge influence on my vision, and the way I see the world. I am very grateful to him for helping me. I also find inspiration in the work of masters such as Henri Cartier-Bresson and Eugene W. Smith.