Thousand Words Photography Project features photographs taken by individuals with disabilities

Photos up for auction at Gala on August 31st at Achasta Grille in Dahlonega, GA
 
DAHLONEGA, Ga. - Aug. 23, 2013 - PRLog -- Award winning local photographers (mentors) were paired with individuals with disabilities (students) to capture unique perspectives and create extraordinary works of art. The images captured by the student photographers are stunning. A picture is worth a thousand words, but what if a picture spoke your only words?

Twelve images will be available for purchase in a silent auction at the Thousand Words Gala on August 31, 2013. The event will be held at the Achasta Grille in Dahlonega from 5 to 9pm. Tickets are $50 each and available for purchase online at www.ConnectAbilityInc.org or by calling 770-616-4599.

Megan Grier, 23, is one of the student photographers to be featured at the event. Grier is non-verbal, but just because she is unable to speak doesn't mean she has nothing to say, her mother Ann said.

Her father Andy said, "Being non-verbal is very frustrating for Megan. She communicates through gestures, smiles and her reactions."

For mentor photographer Jeanne Tompkins, the most inspiring aspect of working with Megan was realizing that Megan has a voice, even though she can't speak. A lot of times we dismiss people with handicaps. We don't watch and learn how they communicate–and they all communicate. But Megan is not one to be dismissed."

Don’t miss this event and the opportunity to purchase one of these works of art for your home or office. Seating is limited. Tickets include a dinner buffet, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, dessert bar and live entertainment. Cash bar will be open.

About ConnectAbility

The Thousand Words project is presented by ConnectAbility, a Dahlonega-based nonprofit organization with a mission to support families affected by disability. The organization has a goal of creating a fully inclusive community where individuals with disabilities are included in every aspect of community life. ConnectAbility also provides respite care services, parent and sibling share groups and other community-based events. ALL activities are provided at no cost to participants. ConnectAbility is supported by private donations. 
End
Source: » Follow
Email:***@connectabilityinc.org Email Verified
Tags:Photography, Disabilities, Special Needs, Mentor, Gala
Industry:Non-profit, Photography
Location:Dahlonega - Georgia - United States
Account Email Address Verified     Account Phone Number Verified     Disclaimer     Report Abuse
ConnectAbility PRs
Trending News
Most Viewed
Top Daily News



Like PRLog?
9K2K1K
Click to Share