Mexico: A Life of Value

When asked where he was from, this man replied, "donde la vida no vale nada", which means "the place where life has no value", in reference to a famous song about the city of Guanajuato, his birthplace. You can read every one of his 88 years in the lines of his face.(Caption by Daniel Chapman)

To see a few more photos of this man and the people he lives with, go to www.garyschapman.com/value

©Copyright Gary S. Chapman
(135mm lens, 1/100 sec, f2.0 ISO 1000)

Jamaica: Prison Boys

Inside, it was dark, humid, and smelled of urine. We were only allowed a few minutes to shake hands, look around and offer a few words of encouragement. Since I could not stay, I can only imagine their life behind bars. This short visit was definitely a case of being of more value to me than to them. Whenever I look at their faces I want to be a better dad.

©Copyright Gary S. Chapman
(24-70mm lens at 24mm, 1/125 sec, f5.6 ISO400)