Welcome to the WE WHO MARCH Blog!
This is a place to showcase the work of experienced photographers who capture engaging moments at a political demonstration. I will begin with photos from the Women's March of January 21, 2017, and then expand as we attend more marches.
Each week, I will post one (or more) photos. If you took a photo at a demonstration and would like it to be considered, please send me 1) the photo (or 3-4 so I can choose one), 2) name of the demonstration and city, 3) your name as it should appear, and 4) a comment. Please size the photo at 1100 pixels on the longest side.
Send to Ellen Feldman at [email protected], subject: WWM Blog. Thanks!
ONE YEAR DOWN by Rita Rosen Poley
Rita Rosen Poley attended the Women's March of January 21, 2017, in Philadelphia, PA.
I am pleased to include her photo and comment in the first posting of the WE WHO MARCH blog.
"The 360 degree presence of purposeful solidarity and joy overwhelmed me.
Wherever I pointed my camera I captured an eloquent story. This moment of
quiet reflection conveys the deeper meaning of the March and our coming together."
© 2017 Rita Rosen Poley
Women's March, January 21, 2017, Philadelphia
And I, Ellen, chose this photo because it conveys so much: the woman's concerned look,
pussy hat, and black mittens; the multitudes behind her; the reminder that women will raise
our voices against those who would silence us; and then the sign reminding us of this
moment when we are finally, increasingly speaking out against perpetrators of sexual harassment--
and we know who is the elephant in the room.