Pallbearers Honor a WWII Veteran
I felt very special to witness the young men from Saint Ignatius High School honor a Navy Veteran of World War II this past week. A gentleman named John D. passed away in his 80’s and left behind only one son. While the service was very simple, I was inspired by the way the young men served and honored a veteran who gave his life serving this country.
SIHS Crew at Lake Milton
So on just a few hours sleep I was somehow able to get out of bed at 6 AM and roll with the Saint Ignatius High School Crew to one of their regattas. I enjoyed spending time with the guys on the bus and being out on the water during their races.
The water was smooth, the sun was out, and the races were intense. Should be a good season. I ended up taking hundreds of photos in only a few hours…many more to come in the coming weeks!
Moo Business Cards are where it’s AT!
So I’m finally getting around to making this post. A few months ago, I finally got around to designing and ordering some business cards from Moo.
I took the time to order a sampler pack as a preview and really loved the weight of the cards / sharp picture quality. I put different photos from concerts and stories on the front that I think are really eye-catching. I went with Moo because I enjoyed how you could choose so many different photos to be on the front instead of having to commit to just one. I couldn’t be more pleased with the results.
If ya see me around, ask for one!
Pallbearers at Potter’s Field
During Holy Week, the Pallbearers from Saint Ignatius High School meet at the public burial grounds in Cleveland named Potter’s Field. Students, faculty, parents, religious, and friends of the ministry gather to pray for the deceased.
A Reflection on Saint Ignatius Pallbearers
A woman named Helen B. passed away at the age of 88.
Helen was the last living member of her family.
6 high-school pallbearers escorted her to her final resting place.
SIHS Pallbearers…Teenagers doing powerful things.
Over the past few months, I think I’ve hinted that I’ve been trying to take my photography in a new direction. Trying to focus on stories more and seeing how that develops. As I’m doing my year of service in Cleveland at Saint Ignatius High School, I am proud to be one of the adults responsible for assisting with the St. Joseph of Arimathea Pallbearer Society.
This group of over 300 students is the largest extracurricular on campus and does a simple deed of service: help bury the dead. It might seem bizarre. Surprising. Weird. Unusual. Unnecessary…but this group has become a key component of so many lives in Northeast Ohio. Small families and those in hard times can call upon these young men to help take loved ones to their final resting places.
Above: During a day off because of a snow day, students gather outside Zabor Funeral Home. Students sacrifice their time and effort every day of the week for the value they see in service and the relationships that creates.
Rower vs Machine
All rowers go through major battles in their careers…early mornings, cold weather on the water, blaring heat, and extensive training. Any rower will tell you that one of the toughest challenges comes from the machine…the erg.
This past Sunday, I was able to follow the Saint Ignatius High School Crew as they competed at the Hammer Ergatta at SIHS. I shot a couple hundred photos of the guys as they rowed a 2000 meter erg test…the 7 or so minutes of pain provided a great glipse at the intensity of the sport!
The Take Action Tour stops in Cleveland…
Featuring a solid line-up of There for Tomorrow, A Rocket to the Moon, Mayday Parade, and headliners We the Kings, the Take Action Tour pumped a packed-teenaged crowd into a frenzy last week.
I was lucky to get some access and enjoy the action.
Meet Section 518 and “Crazy” Dan Jackson
Let me intoduce you to some guys who absolutely kill it on the asphalt. Above, Section 518 of Albany, NY.
Below, “Crazy” Dan Jackson of Team XMX. These bikers know more tricks and love high speeds more than I can even fathom. I was able to catch the guys for a few minutes to do some promos at the Ride of the Century this past year.
When speed becomes your enemy…
Each and every year, the speed of the RIDE seems to catch up with some of the riders. Sometimes it’s the ones at the front of the pack, other times it’s the guys who get caught too close to each other in the middle of the group.
Just as the rain was clearing and guys were pushing it on Day 1, DJ, an experienced member of the Streetfighterz, pushed it too far and hit pavement. First and foremost, I have to preface this post by saying DJ is without a doubt one of the gutsiest riders I’ve ever seen. No speed is too fast and no trick is too difficult for this guy to try. I think ever rider would say that some guys just have days where they eat it. DJ is lucky he only came away with a fractured wrist…