Life In A Relief Camp (Bam, Iran) by Daniel Wee

[Edmund]

The scene that met us as we drove into the city of Bam, Iran, was a spectacle that caught me unprepared. Utter and complete destruction stretched from horizon to horizon as far as the eye could see with nary a building left untouched. Banks, hospitals, municipalities, hotels, and every other building you can find have been reduced to piles of twisted steel and rubble. What is more mind-boggling is the fact that most of the damage was done in a mere twelve seconds. That’s hardly enough time for one to wake.....

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[Twilo]

1 word. Solid!

 

[Stefen]

I am truely impressed by the narration and the quality of photography.

Definitely feel sad for these people not too far away from us . The writer has definitely brought out their anguish and plight into our hearts.

 

[markism]

To me, this is what photography is all about. Lots of respect and props for the good work!

 

[gtsoh]

What a wonderful piece of work - inspirational and yet respectful of the circumstances.

cheers

 

[yowch]

Good work, Daniel. I am moved very much.

 

[Daniel Wee]

Some of you may be interested in the related article:-

http://www.tsebi.com/Bam/Garmi

and also some extra shots:-

http://www.tsebi.com/reviews/Bam

Thanks for all the nice words.

Daniel

 

[FLiNcHY]

Superb photojournalism!!

Were you on assignment or what?

awesome essay and photos

 

[Daniel Wee]

Superb photojournalism!!
Were you on assignment or what?

awesome essay and photos

Thanks. Yes, I was on special assignment.

Daniel Wee

 

[noblerot]

your work is so inspirational! every single one evokes so much emotion...

you have my respect for your focus and great work :thumbsup:

keep it up and thanks so much for sharing, i look forward to seeing more of your experience.

 

[FLiNcHY]

As good as the ones i see on Washington post.com and NYtimes.com slideshows everyday

Ok maybe not as spectacular as some of the photos there but still a very good photojournalistic essay

 

[cyrilng]

Superb work. Touches on tragedy & humanity in words & pictures.