Yesterday, I went to Belmont Village because my grandfather was putting on an art show there. At 93-years-old, he’s still incredibly creative, with a lifetime’s worth of paintings and doodles and sculptures he wanted to share with his community. He obviously made a huge impression on everyone who attended—they had no idea my Opa was so talented. He is!
Even more special, in a way, was the surprise I received at seeing Will, one of the seniors who I photographed and interviewed a few weeks ago. He was wearing a jacket and a nice shirt, and he was holding the prints I made for him of his portrait sitting. I was really touched—evidently he got all dressed up just to see me, and he wanted me to sign his prints and thank me in person for taking them. So sweet! We took a picture together, and he hung out near me all morning. It’s such a special feeling to know you have touched someone’s life for the better.