I am very PROUD to announce that my first book is in print. ‘Sounds from the Sidewalk’ is a tribute to a homeless choir – Voices Of Our City Choir – that I have been documenting for close to 4 years and the homeless epidemic all around us. They are an amazing group of unsheltered neighbors here in San Diego that have changed their lives through the healing power of song. ‘Sounds from the Sidewalk ‘is the name of a song written by choir member Steven Ried, in collaboration wit

I wanted to share a clip that ABC Channel 10 News San Diego did on the Voices of Our City Choir” when they performed at the Music Box last week. It was a very exciting night. I love showing what Steph Johnson and Nina Deering are doing to help change lives for those living on the street. One can’t help but feel compassion and seeing the humanity of this population. Also, Richard Melvin, the poet I am collaborating with, wrote a beautiful poem for me! Vibrant EyesSparkling v

VOICES OF OUR CITY CHOIR is a testament to the healing power of music. It is a meeting place where the voices of the voiceless are heard, instilling hope in those sleeping outside on the streets. This choir was founded by Steph Johnson and Nina Deerling, talented jazz musicians here in San Diego. I first heard this choir at a KPBS TV event. I was so taken by them and asked if I could come to their practice. I have been documenting them for over 6 weeks. They get together ev