photojournalism essay by Mary Carney
On October 27th, 170 days after the start of the protests in Portland Oregon, Pioneer Square Mall is still completely boarded up, and covered in art. As the protests downtown still rage on, protesters and artists have covered up the boarded up windows with murals and posters to commemorate lives lost, and spread their anti-racism message.
Portlanders' lives go on downtown, amid closed buildings and graffiti covered streets. Recent protests have covered businesses such as Apple with posters and spray paint, causing boarded up windows and closures.
Local vendors in downtown Portland have taken the opportunity presented by the protests to spread awareness about the Black Lives Matter movement through shirts and flags. The protests, which have continued for almost six months, have sparked a resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement, and introduced new ways to show support through memorabilia.
I like how you captured an important issue that has been occurring in our city. I also thought your cutlines were good and descriptive.
ReplyDeleteStunning displays. I feel like I know a lot more about what's going on Downtown now that I've seen these. Even more impressive for us as Portland residents - who remember visiting these places in the past. Lots of good uses of leading lines - and the outdoor sunset lighting helps emphasize the red sidewalks and colorful murals. As opposed to being blown out by a glaring sun overhead.
ReplyDeleteGreat job!
I've been here a few times, and you really showed how everything looks, and your cutlines really enhanced the photos. I really liked how well you covered this extremely important subject.
ReplyDeleteCompelling storytelling about an important moment in Portland's history. Strong photos and cutlines.
ReplyDeleteI love the art that you captured and how you wrote your captions, it all is very powerful, I like how you chose something big and current!
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