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Lots of exciting news

Jul 29, 2017

Lots of exciting news

First, I wanted to share this link to a full announcement of what is happening because of my work in Costa Rica. In addition to the “Children of the Coffee” documentary being made, there are two more organizations getting involved to help the children. Please read this news release to learn more about their efforts. I feel so thrilled that my work is causing real changes in Costa Rica. Second, I was a finalist in The 2nd Charles Dodgson Black & White Award, where “Delta Dog”

My image of Pia chosen for “Puppy Love”

Dec 14, 2016

My image of Pia chosen for “Puppy Love”

One of my images was just accepted into “Puppy Love“, a juried photo exhibition to benefit rescue dogs. The image selected is of a dog that was rescued from a South Korean Dog Food factory. A large group of them are being socialized at the San Diego Humane Society. The dogs are so beautiful, many of them are purebreds, but they’ve never had human interaction. This has been going on for several months now and a few have been adopted. So sad to see them so skittish and frighte

APA SF Something Personal Exhibition

My work featured in Africa Geographic Blog

Sep 7, 2016

My work featured in Africa Geographic Blog

Epic Photo Tours did an article about me in Africa Geographic magazine. I was flattered. And my images and the article look very nice! Read “Tribal Life in the Omo River Valley” at Africa Geographic. Intrepid traveler Michele Zousmer based in California packed up her camera gear and joined an Epic Photo Tours expedition to the Omo Valley, Ethiopia in December 2015. Totally captivated by the outgoing people, unique lifestyle and cultural practices, she was mesmerised by this

My work to be used in U.S. Dept of Labor report on child labor

Aug 24, 2016

My work to be used in U.S. Dept of Labor report on child labor

I am honored that my photo of a migrant Ngobe child picking coffee in Costa Rica will assist efforts to galvanize worldwide efforts to improve the lives of children. …We hope that including your powerful photo will help to elevate attention to the worst forms of child labor and galvanize worldwide efforts to improve the lives of children… …The photo may be published in the U.S. Department of Labor’s report, Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor, and List of Goods Produce

Fem Worldview publishes “Omo Nobility”

Apr 7, 2016

Fem Worldview publishes “Omo Nobility”

Fem Worldview Magazine is an online publication showcasing women’s photography from around the world. Fem Worldview is a global journey. We are a group of women photographers who use our cameras to inform, move, and bring social change and the world home. I wrote an article entitled “Omo Nobility” after my last experience in Ethiopia. I was featured in the March edition. Please enjoy! #Honors #OmoRiverValley