THE POWER OF A TRIBE

Two days ago I posted a notice about an amazing camera being created to document our American culture.  I wanted to share this exciting news. Since the project launched 48  ago  it has attracted 21 backers on Kickstarter who have contributed $6,741 toward the goal of $50,000!!!

This is a concrete example of how we, one by one can make things happen.  I invite you to join me in writing an email to one of your friends and asking them to contact one friend and invite them to support this important historical cultural project.

While I would love to support Vanishing Cultures with a larger donation I am doing what I can.  I see that with many of us doing what we can even though it may seem small  we can do big things to make our world better.  Visit KICKSTARTER  and donate what you can then write a friend and ask them join our tribe.

MARKING HISTORY BY MAKING HISTORY

Marking History by Making History

It is rare that we have a chance to be part of making  history. This is one of those times when the marking of history ( 2014 is the 200th anniversary of the creation of the camera) is to be marked by the making of JAW DROPPING 4.5 FEET by 6 FEET  one of a kind view camera. Portrait Photographer, Dennis Manarchy the visionary will use the camera to document our unique and rich American culture.  This is a righteous use of such a remarkable creation.  I salute Dennis and his team.

I invite you to visit  Kickstarter and with me become a Backer and help make history happen. Wayne Eastep

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2060332949/vanishing-cultures-by-dennis-manarchy

 

 

Downsizing the Post Office

The news of downsizing at the Post Office brought to mind an image I made of the the smallest Post Office in America.  To see this image and other examples of interesting American Architecture visit the American Built gallery at: http://www.EastepPhotography.com

Smallest Post Office in United States, Ochopee, Florida

Kazakhstan, “The End of the Earth”

This gallery contains 12 photos.

“The End of the Earth,” that’s how Herodotus described Kazakhstan.  After traveling from one end of the country to the other I would describe it as the Center of the Earth. It’s large.  The ninth largest country in terms of … Continue reading →

Kazakhstan Crossroads of Culture and Commerce

This gallery contains 7 photos.

On December 16, 1991, Kazakhstan emerged from a long and challenging period under Soviet rule.  Over the past 20 years the country has blossomed in what can be described as the Kazakh Renaissance, a demonstration of the enduring spirit of … Continue reading →

American Built

This gallery contains 20 photos.

Since the beginning of my career as a photographer I’ve been drawn to architecture.  The visual vocabulary of photography and architecture share some fundamentals: shape, form, line, and interplay of light.  Recently I edited this gallery of images.  I hope you … Continue reading →

GLAAD Amplifier Award

Photographer Wayne Eastep receiving the GLAAD Amplifier Award, NY Oct. 4, 201

Photographer Wayne Eastep won the GLAAD Amplifier Award in New York for “Outstanding Print Campaign” in Mainstream Markets.  The award honors the best individuals and companies in advertising that present fair, accurate and inclusive representations of the LGBT community.  The event was an official feature of “Advertising Week” Oct. 3-7, 2011 in New York.  Mr. Eastep photographed the award-winning ad “So What’s Cooking in the Kitchen” for GE-Monogram featuring renowned interior designer Robert Couturier and Jeffery Morgan at their South Kent, CT home.  This is his 16^th ad for the campaign, and second GLAAD award.

MSNBC anchor Thomas Roberts and Tabatha Coffey of “Tabatha’s Salon Take Over” presented Mr. Eastep the Amplifier Award at the Altman Building in Chelsea.

This event is significant because as GLAAD Acting President Mike Thompson told the crowd, “The advertising industry is premised on the power of persuasion, making it perhaps the most powerful form of media to shape public opinion.”

Robert Couturier & Jeffery Morgan at their South Kent, CT home.

The Monogram campaign is a successful example, having increased the brand’s market share from #13 to #3.

GLAAD Amplifier Award for "Outstanding Print Campaign" Mainstream Markets, for GE-Monogram ad "What's Cooking in the Kitchen"

Layla Eastep, Wellesley College student accompanies her father Photographer Wayne Eastep at the GLAAD Amplifier Awards in New York Oct. 4, 2011

The creative team included: creative director Bill McCaffery, co-creative Sheila McCaffery, GE-Monogram ad manager Paul Klein, stylist Carlos Molta, lighting & logistics William DeVincenzo, and photo assistant Rod Millington.

To view the complete campaign see “What’s Cooking in the Kitchen” http://www.EastepPhotography.com