Street Photography
Capturing the Streets with "C"
through Awareness Photography Street photography is a form of art that is raw and candid. It doesn't necessarily include an urban and "street" presence, but rather an extension of the observer, the artist, and their interpretation of human behavior in society, recording the current event that will eventually be the link to the past, history. Documenting street photography may not include people but traces of humanity in public and convey life. I love to blend in Street Photography with my Awareness Photography Outlets, offering all senses in becoming aware of society first by unfolding a deep understanding of humanity by discovering and learning of humanity's behaviors rather than immediate and labeling. It takes practice and venturing out of your comfort zone. I had the honor of exploring and seeing through the eye of "C" as we came a part of the "street" and captured our natural surroundings' essence and awareness. Here's some beautiful images captured by "C" and their vision. |
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Caro
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Sam
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Nancy
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Arin Trook - ACES Education Director
"While we often lament about modern technology's process of separating our children from the natural world, Cath's brilliance in channeling the inherent interest in the mechanics of the traditional cameras (digital and film) and even jumping back to the roots of photography with the exploration of the pin-hole cameras into a positive and productive way to engage with local ecology. Her work also provides young adults with positive, creative activity in the outdoor world (nature photography) as an alternative to other less-healthy activity choices." - Arin Trook
12 yo who recently lost her older brother
"My experiences with the camera these last few days were exciting because I didn’t know how to use the camera. When I took the pictures I felt pleased with my results because not only can I see things in another perspective, but I can also look beyond point of view.”
Allison Daily - Pathfinders Executive Director
“Pathfinders and Aperture of Hope collaborate by providing children and adults with creative and meaningful ways to express their grief in the outdoors. Cath takes them into the mountains or valley with either a pinhole and/or digital camera and they begin to see nature in a new way. In this process what we have witnessed is their ability to not only connect to nature but also connect to their grief, deep inner feelings and to express it without words, but rather in the way nature shows itself to them. Grief, especially in a child can be tough to unravel and find an avenue of expression, so this creative way to find meaning in our beautiful valley is especially important. In a world of cell phones and video games, getting someone who is hurting and locked up to find a new way to appreciate where we live and to allow this environment to help unravel some of their inner feelings is a true gift”
Teen - In Recovery
"When I was in grade school, I was part of Cath's photography classes. She helped me see things in new and different ways. In high school I made some bad choices in experimenting with drugs and checked into a treatment center. During my treatment, I picked up my camera again and continued the skills Cath gave me. I am now clean from substance and photography is an important creative element to my recovery. Cath continues to show me the endless opportunities photography has to offer in my own personal growth, health, mind and spirit."
Anonymous age 17
16 yo - High School Student
"This photo workshop made me realize a talent I never thought I had. It made me feel better about myself for the first time in a long time. I made three new friends."
Summer Pine - Owner of Pinwill’s Frozen Yogurt
“My husband and I own Pinwill’s Frozen Yogurt in Glenwood Springs and have had the great privilege of watching and getting to know Catherine since we opened last summer as she brings her workshops in for a treat and recently their impressive work has been displayed on our walls—bringing so much life, love and wonder to our shop. Catherine exudes passion and desire to make a difference as she shares her love of nature and with the youth in our valley. It’s truly heartwarming to know that there is a program available to help the growing number of youth in need and even more admirable to know that they are being guided to adore and respect the natural beauty of our world, a vital tool in helping them navigate through their difficult journeys. We’ve also been lucky to meet some of kids in Catherine’s workshops. Seeing their faces light up with pride as their work is displayed on our walls has been an experience that has filled us with so much joy. Their work is stunning and the wonder of natural beauty that is all around us pulsates from the ir canvases, having a lasting positive impact on everyone that sees them. It is clear that after participating in a workshop with Aperture of Hope, these kids take with them this adoration and respect for nature, which, in turn, leads to a desire to protect this natural world as we groom our next generation of environmental stewards.”
Teen whose parent is diagnosed stage 4 cancer
"I really enjoyed going out and re-immersing myself in something I have always had a passion for, but have lost touch with more recently. It was amazing how nice it felt to just go out with a camera and capture the beauty we were seeing. Through this experience, I am reminded to find time for the things that I love to do, like photography, because it can be therapeutic and good for the soul. Cath was there with me the whole time, and she was a huge part of this process of reintroducing photography into my life, and for that I am thankful.”
Mother of a teenager who is struggling with substance use disorder
“My son emerging from some struggles and a rather dark place seeing the world from something as tiny as a pinhole and having that present an enormous world that is instead filled with optimism and hope was nothing short of miraculous. What an amazing opportunity. So grateful”
James Garland - LPS Mental Health Therapist
“I support photography workshops offered by Catherine Adams, as a way to work with children and adolescents who may be struggling with mental health issues. This program offers students a tool and hobby that can help improve their current mental health symptoms, and improve their quality of life.I have known and worked with Catherine over the last two years through my role as the mental health therapist at Glenwood Springs High School. When Catherine first began the program, she reached out to me inquiring if there were any students I felt who could benefit from this program. She was able to work with several students, who did not know one another prior, but ended up becoming close friends and creating a strong sense of belonging for each of them. I believe this is a valuable and worthy program to offer our children and teens as an outlet to disconnect from their phones and social media, an opportunity to create new friendships, and another tool to have in the “inbox” for managing their mental health.”
"While we often lament about modern technology's process of separating our children from the natural world, Cath's brilliance in channeling the inherent interest in the mechanics of the traditional cameras (digital and film) and even jumping back to the roots of photography with the exploration of the pin-hole cameras into a positive and productive way to engage with local ecology. Her work also provides young adults with positive, creative activity in the outdoor world (nature photography) as an alternative to other less-healthy activity choices." - Arin Trook
12 yo who recently lost her older brother
"My experiences with the camera these last few days were exciting because I didn’t know how to use the camera. When I took the pictures I felt pleased with my results because not only can I see things in another perspective, but I can also look beyond point of view.”
Allison Daily - Pathfinders Executive Director
“Pathfinders and Aperture of Hope collaborate by providing children and adults with creative and meaningful ways to express their grief in the outdoors. Cath takes them into the mountains or valley with either a pinhole and/or digital camera and they begin to see nature in a new way. In this process what we have witnessed is their ability to not only connect to nature but also connect to their grief, deep inner feelings and to express it without words, but rather in the way nature shows itself to them. Grief, especially in a child can be tough to unravel and find an avenue of expression, so this creative way to find meaning in our beautiful valley is especially important. In a world of cell phones and video games, getting someone who is hurting and locked up to find a new way to appreciate where we live and to allow this environment to help unravel some of their inner feelings is a true gift”
Teen - In Recovery
"When I was in grade school, I was part of Cath's photography classes. She helped me see things in new and different ways. In high school I made some bad choices in experimenting with drugs and checked into a treatment center. During my treatment, I picked up my camera again and continued the skills Cath gave me. I am now clean from substance and photography is an important creative element to my recovery. Cath continues to show me the endless opportunities photography has to offer in my own personal growth, health, mind and spirit."
Anonymous age 17
16 yo - High School Student
"This photo workshop made me realize a talent I never thought I had. It made me feel better about myself for the first time in a long time. I made three new friends."
Summer Pine - Owner of Pinwill’s Frozen Yogurt
“My husband and I own Pinwill’s Frozen Yogurt in Glenwood Springs and have had the great privilege of watching and getting to know Catherine since we opened last summer as she brings her workshops in for a treat and recently their impressive work has been displayed on our walls—bringing so much life, love and wonder to our shop. Catherine exudes passion and desire to make a difference as she shares her love of nature and with the youth in our valley. It’s truly heartwarming to know that there is a program available to help the growing number of youth in need and even more admirable to know that they are being guided to adore and respect the natural beauty of our world, a vital tool in helping them navigate through their difficult journeys. We’ve also been lucky to meet some of kids in Catherine’s workshops. Seeing their faces light up with pride as their work is displayed on our walls has been an experience that has filled us with so much joy. Their work is stunning and the wonder of natural beauty that is all around us pulsates from the ir canvases, having a lasting positive impact on everyone that sees them. It is clear that after participating in a workshop with Aperture of Hope, these kids take with them this adoration and respect for nature, which, in turn, leads to a desire to protect this natural world as we groom our next generation of environmental stewards.”
Teen whose parent is diagnosed stage 4 cancer
"I really enjoyed going out and re-immersing myself in something I have always had a passion for, but have lost touch with more recently. It was amazing how nice it felt to just go out with a camera and capture the beauty we were seeing. Through this experience, I am reminded to find time for the things that I love to do, like photography, because it can be therapeutic and good for the soul. Cath was there with me the whole time, and she was a huge part of this process of reintroducing photography into my life, and for that I am thankful.”
Mother of a teenager who is struggling with substance use disorder
“My son emerging from some struggles and a rather dark place seeing the world from something as tiny as a pinhole and having that present an enormous world that is instead filled with optimism and hope was nothing short of miraculous. What an amazing opportunity. So grateful”
James Garland - LPS Mental Health Therapist
“I support photography workshops offered by Catherine Adams, as a way to work with children and adolescents who may be struggling with mental health issues. This program offers students a tool and hobby that can help improve their current mental health symptoms, and improve their quality of life.I have known and worked with Catherine over the last two years through my role as the mental health therapist at Glenwood Springs High School. When Catherine first began the program, she reached out to me inquiring if there were any students I felt who could benefit from this program. She was able to work with several students, who did not know one another prior, but ended up becoming close friends and creating a strong sense of belonging for each of them. I believe this is a valuable and worthy program to offer our children and teens as an outlet to disconnect from their phones and social media, an opportunity to create new friendships, and another tool to have in the “inbox” for managing their mental health.”