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As a reporter I am often asked to cover very difficult events - and my nine day experience covering the Virginia Tech shooting was no exception.
Now, in the wake of the Virginia Tech tragedy, five young photographers are presenting their interpretations of depression at an exhibit in Washington, D.C. titled “The Active Mind - A Photo Exhibition.” It is being held to raise money for the student-run suicide prevention group, Active Minds on Campus.
The photos I’m showing here are the work of a remarkable photojournalist named Katie Falkenberg, whose work is being featured among that of several others (see below). Half of the images that will be exhibited were made within the first few days of the shooting at Virginia Tech. Having been on campus during that time, myself, I can assure you that these powerful images accurately portray the terrible sadness that filled the air at that time. By all means if you find yourself in Washington, D.C. between now and June 5 when the exhibit ends, it’s very worth checking out. And for a good cause, too. Photography is many things for many people, but I think most of us would agree that when it performs a service like this, it can be especially powerful.
If you’re interested in learning more about the nonprofit organization sponsoring this exhibit - Active Minds on Campus - I highly suggest you check out their website.
The exhibition runs May 31 to June 5 at The Meat Market Gallery in Washington D.C. (1636 17th St. NW). Aside from Falkenberg’s remarkable work, the exhibit will also feature powerful images from Steve Daly, Stephen Voss, Darren Higgins, Guillermo Santos, and Matt Dunn, and other photographers.

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