Kerk's Lens

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Thomas B.L. Kerk is described here as a ‘corporate lawyer’ and ‘art connoisseur’ and an ‘idealist’ in this brief. I refuse to dim the focus. I simply know him as a friend who brings humanity to the door; everything else about him is commentary.

He arrives with the simplest of objectives. On the eve of Christmas, he prematurely exited a function and graced my home with 4 pints and a thumb drive. The unconventional gift bore images of people, consensual, honest and real as there are.

Quite unlike those who foist self-serving imagery and travelogues, Kerk transports the human spirit. He deftly sets aside the messenger and highlights the message.

I thought I share a little teaser, mindful the limits of the visual do not bear out the depth of the lens; Kerk’s Lens, as the commentary is aptly titled.

Audio: To The One Who Knows (Yanni) ©

Comments

  1. Justin SantiagoApril 3, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    His pictures capture people. I am just the opposite. My pictures captures everything else.

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  2. Tommy PetersApril 4, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    Justin, having seen your clips, I have this to say. While Kerk transports the human spirit, you highlight nature. In the process, you underscore the result if its abused. I am looking forward to a sidebar on your blog highlighting this angle, if not your photography skills. Cheers

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  3. Rissa Karina PangApril 10, 2009 at 12:21 AM

    They are very intriguing pictures. You can learn the ups and downs of people's life through the lens. There is one image that I really like - a boy squatting and holding a bowl. Looks like a beggar kid (I'm not sure), but he's laughing --> A concept of happiness in the eye of a kid. Love it!!

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  4. Hajar AhmadMay 1, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    Its weird but interesting to know other people lifestyle...maybe Im speechless now....=== Its great!

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