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[1207] Sor Chandara
Phnom Penh
Impressive work... I have no words to say after seeing these photos; it's truly fact situation in my country which cannot be denied. We need more eyes to see and share for better change...
[1206] Dr. Michael Wenz
San Diego, California
Hi Julian,
I am a doctor of Oriental Medicine (TCM-Traditional Chinese Medicine) and I am going to move to Cambodia in May 2012 to start a humanitarian Cambodia Acupuncture Project. The objective of the project is to: 1) provide free treatments to Cambodian orphans 2) Build a free TCM community clinic 3) build a free school of TCM for Cambodians.
Cambodia does not have a tradition of acupuncture.
After more than 30 years of social and economic devastation from civil war and genocide, the Cambodian health care situation is very dire.
According to WHO data there are 2.3 medical doctors per 10.000 inhabitants in Cambodia. (The regional average is 14.5 and in the USA the number is 36 physicians per 10.000 inhabitants).
The child mortality rate for children under 5 years old is 111 children per 1000 live births. Cambodia has one of the highest rates according to WHO data.
As 45% of the population is under 15 years of age, I will be treating a lot of pediatric cases. (Although there is a need in all age segments - especially for dengue fever, malaria, dysentery, traumas from road accidents, etc.).
95% of Cambodian's cannot afford any type of healthcare.
This leads me to my request for permission to use some of your amazing photos on my website and blog that are focused on generating donations for humanitarian projects in Cambodia.
I will give full credit to your photos and provide a link to your website.
Thank you in advance for your generous support!
Peace,
Michael
[1205] kongsophal
cambodia
Dear Sir.,
I appreciate very for your time to spend taking a value photo graph. I wish i could be like you have been doing.
Regards,
sophal
[1204] kakmamad
gresik,indonesia
Nice Photo and journey
[1202] grecia Erives Caballero
cancun, mexico
hello , i would love to help in any way !
grecia erives
[1201] James Williams
Rangoon, Burma
Thank you. I've been to Cambodia a few times, every time an emotional journey. Now I reside in Burma.
[1200] Bruce
Cape Town
A great set . . . well done!
[1199] Rollin Regan
innisfail canada
good pictures
[1198] Owen Perry
New Zealand
Hi Julian.
I lived and worked in Cambodia for 3 years and enjoyed looking at your wonderful pictures and associated comments. Excellent. Thank you very much.
[1197] choub vorn
Phnom Penh
i feel sorry to those people who are in all photos. we are the same nation on the earth so we should distribute to those people who need help from us.
[1196] Patricia Tapia
New York, New York, USA
This was absolutely exceptional. I love photography that tells a story, offers perspective and creates emotion. It goes beyond just being a great photo and really teaches you something. The photos make you think outside of the box. All of the photos make you realize that the world is so much bigger than everything going on in your little bubble of American greed.
I loved this, thank you.
By the way, you are absolutely handsome. :)
- Patricia
[1195] Paddyrags
Dubai
Dear Julian,I was searching for a teachers in my daughters class whose name was Julian Li.. i came across your blog..
Nice to see your work on capturing the street life in Cambodia .. its amazing .. and painful.. but that's life while politicians and rich are in their own happy world..
I am a serious amateur photographer - my style is contemporary street photography..
I use Nikon D700 - 24-70 2.8f nikon 70-200 2.8f sigma 50 1.4f nikon 50 1.8f nikon 180 2.8f nikon and few more lenses
my facebook account.
http://www.facebook.com/sriraghavan.rajamannar
i am currently living and working in Dubai UAE
Keep up the good work
Regards
Paddy
[1194] Hannah Yeo
Sipitang Malaysia
Love ur pic so much... !!
[1193] KIM TAM DANG
Montreal, Qc. Canada
Very nice yours photos, very human.
I like very much.
Congratulstion, keep good in your track.
Kim.
[1192] Herb
Ohio, USA
Thank you for sharing. Very nice photos.
[1191] alistair k
sydney
sickest shots... guy in the boat on the lake is insane.
[1190] Bernard Pirenne
Monaco, Monaco
Dear Julian, I had a real pleasure in seeing and admiring your nice set of Morocco pictures. Titles and short comments are enhancintg the interest of the viewer. Continue making great pictures... for yourself and for us.
The only suggestion I would make is that I would prefer looking at your photos on a dark grey background rather than white.
Best regards,
Bernard
[1189] yang
Emeryville, CA USA
Great Pics Julian! I love your travel pics and your narratives. Thank goodness you and your wife had a safe trip given the craziness that was going on over there at the time. Keep traveln and shooting, the world is too big to stop doing so.
Best Regards,
yang
[1188] mike nicholas
Cleveland England
Stunning slice of life well documented in a series of breathtaking images
well done
Mike
[1187] Armando
Tallahassee, FL
Great pictures and great stories. Thanks for sharing!!
Armando.
[1186] Avesh
Auckland, New Zealand
Hi,
This is a wonderful set well done. I've just got boack from a trip through the States and Europe and am very impressed with what you've achieved.
I hope to see more such sets in future.
Regards,
Avesh.
[1185] Marcus
Beijing, China
Brilliant. Thank you so much for posting these. I believe that you've done an excellent job telling stories and showing us a beautiful and rich culture.
[1184] Sambharie Fennell
Ridgefield, WA, USA
After seeing these pictures, it makes me miss home much more. I am Cambodian-American and I lived in Cambodia for 9 years. I am well aware of the poverty that Cambodia has suffered with for many many years. Not only that, the corrupt government has caused an impact on the country's economy and people. I love kids and seeing the pictures makes me want to just go back there and give them a home and love. Seeing these pictures also makes me feel appreciated that I have a house to live under, food, clean water and air to breathe...it makes me appreciate my life more. I have a dream to actually make a difference in the justice system in Cambodia. I want to major in Justice Studies at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona which I have already been accepted to. Afterwards, I want to spend at least 4 years in the US Navy as a Search and Rescue Swimmer. I am currently employed as a lifeguard and water safety instructor. That's pretty much where my love of kids come from since I teach ages ranging from 4-8. The last time I actually visited Cambodia was over this summer. The next time I'll visit is 2013 after I complete my freshman year of college. I bet visiting Cambodia has given you an amazing experience. It would be great to know that you went back to visit.
Sincerly,
Sambharie M. Fennell, 17
[1183] James
Australia
great shots mate. love the realism.
[1182] Janet Foster
Australia
WOW, the photo's are really good. I enjoy how you photo the truth, good on you.
Thank you janet
[1181] Yos Sophourn
Cambodia
Thanks..............................!
[1180] Hartmut Junge
Hamburg, Germany
Hi Julian,
stumble upon pointed me to your website and the Cambodian photo gallery. Thanks for sharing these impressive photos. Hope to see more of your pictures in the future!
See you
Hardy
[1179] Sami Kappagantula
Simpsonville, SC
Hi,
I was wondering if you are still collecting old games and shoes. I can mail some to you if you're still interested. I cannot donate money since I'm still a broke college student, but your photos are really moving. So I want to help in a manner I can.
[1178] Kim Darrough-Hayden
Ulysses, Kansas, USA
I loved your photos and commentary - I would like to use them and the information in my Sociology and Cultural Anthropology classes for a small community college that I teach at. Thank you for sharing.
[1177] Rachel Peterson
Minneapolis, MN USA
Julian,
Your photos are fantastic! So incredibly heart wrentching! I am moving to Cambodia with my husband and family in a couple weeks. I have contacted the orphanage you listed in your photo listing and asked to visit and see their work. They said I can visit and I can not wait to spend time with these beautiful children! I am very interested in getting more children out of these horrid conditions and into places they can have clean water, food, and an education as well as a roof over their heads. I have organizations here in the US I work with to sponsor children to get them out of these conditions. I am asking your permission to use a few of your photos on our website and for our video to show people the types of children they are helping and the work we are going to do in Cambodia. I have not learned yet how to take pictures this amazing! I want people to see the faces of true poverty and sub human conditions the children are faced with in Cambodia. We are volunteering, teaching English, and working with organizations to improve the lives of children on the streets and in the dumps. I was there, Phnom Penh, last year (2010) but did not have a camera for some the places we went and volunteered. I did not visit this place but another simular and my heart broke for the children! Please email me your permission so I can get the funds and volunteers to help these children. I will give all the credit to you for your work! Thanks!
Sincerely,
Rachel
[1176] Rachel
Minneapolis, MN, USA
These are amazing pictures. You have done a fabulous job. Thank-you for sharing your love and heart for Cambodia thru your work. I am moving to Cambodia and would love to visit the home you have pictured above that is helping these children out of poverty. please feel free to email me and let me know if you come back to Cambodia.
[1175] Bunthoeunchhit
Cambodia
Dear Julian,
How are you? hope you are doing well. thank you so much for list our Cambodia pictures to your side.
have a nice day
[1174] sok leap hong
modesto, ca
Hi Julian! My name is Sokleap, Just wanna thank you for all the pictures u have taken. Those pictures has touched my heart! thank you again for taken all these pictures!!
[1173] Ada Khun
US
I stumbled upon your photographs by accident. I was looking for old vintage photographs of Cambodia. It's amazing how you were able to capture these moments through your lens, emotions and all. Thanks. 5+ yrs has passed, hopefully we'll be lucky enough to see what other adventures and part of the world you have explored. Digital is very convenient but there will always be something about film that really lingers.
Best,
Ada
[1172] Lindsay Black
Santa Barbara, California USA
You are an amazing photographer. I was just in Cambodia in June and I fell in love with the country, the people, the smiles. It's amazing to see genuine joy in the midst of heartbreaking poverty. I hope to go back there again soon. Continue taking stellar photos.
Cheers,
Lindsay Black
[1171] Abdi Ibrahim
London, England
You really have taken some fantastic photos, my favourite would the boy with the kite. I love the way how he is positioned right in the middle of the frame. I wanted to ask you things about the camera that are you are suing. The Minolta Dylax 700si, I have been looking to buy that camera for a while now but wasn't too sure, however, looking at your photos that you have taken with your Minolta has boosted me to buy the camera right now! Is there a reason why you only used one lens for that camera? I will be looking forward to your other work
Kind regards
From a 20 year old student
[1170] Edward Shuttleworth
Sydney
Dear Julian. I think your pictures of Cambodia are fantastic. I love the way you have captures the indescribable mix of bravery, stoicism and dignity despite the appalling poverty of your pictures and despite the incomprehensible way of life for so many Cambodians still today. Ours not to judge of course, but my experiences there have driven me to find some way to try to do something positive. I am no Bill Gates of course, and no photographer either, but please look at our website at www.seebeyondborders.org. We are trying to do something for education in Cambodia - not large yet but getting a foothold and an understanding of some of the issues and where support is valuable. Can we have your permission to use some of your pictures to help explain what we do? that would be enormously helpful. You have a great gift for communication - unfortunately we don't have your level of skill and I wish you the best of luck in your career. With best wishes, Ed...
[1169] Genario Son
Slavador, Bahia, Brasil
Gostei muito destas fotos, nos mostra a realidade de um mundo ainda cruel onde o contrate do rico e do pobre cresce a cada dia.
Parabéns amigo.
[1168] Perry Jordaqn
St Robert Mo, Usa
Childrens Condition in Cambodia
[1167] john carlo d. desamito
phillippines
ahhmmm, i really enjoy your photos.thank you for taking photos to cambodia you help me doing my project in social. and i have a lot many information and photos to cambodia. because of you i do my project/assigment. thank you very much and support to cambodia.. may god bless you.... tnx. :)i'm a second year highschool. and my name is carlo tnx again. and always be safe :)
[1166] Gianluca Chiarenza
Italy
Hello Julian, it's been so long time since we feel, how are you? Are you always traveling around the world taking pictures?:: Your photos are very beautiful, from the first day that I saw it, I liked a lot.
My best regards,
Gianluca
Lodi, Italy.
http://www.aksaicultura.net/prosaearte.php?view=42
[1165] Radia
Canada
This is a really fantastic collection of photos... every moment must have been an eye-opening experience. Thanks so much for this
[1164] Michelle Boucher
United States of America
Hi, my name is Michelle and im going on a missions trip to Cambodia in October. Your pictures were great and really touched my heart a lot. I would love to Donate some cloths and shoes to the people there. My little brother is 7 and is giving some cloths and shoes away and I am 15 and I also have clothes and shoes i would be willing to donate. God is great and we all in the world need to help better the life of someone other then ourself. I am so appreciative of you and your pictures please email me at elvis_monkey07@yahoo.com
i would love to work with you and help by donating things me and my family dont need so if you could contact me that would be awesome! thanks
May God Bless You!
~Michelle
[1163] Dr. sally sayer
Siem Reap Cambodia
Julian, the trouble is things do not change! Our infant and maternal mortality rate has not dropped, there is still a total lack of education for health care professionals....and yes, I struggle here!
As a English Doctor I am getting to the stage where I see nearly as many first world country people.
The debate of NGO will continue but, there is no money unless I go begging to our rich cousins!
The pictures are great
Thank you
Sally
[1162] Meghan L.
I just stumbled upon this site and I found the pictures truly intriguing and horrifying. I am appalled by the living conditions of some of these folks. Despite their situation, the children seem utterly oblivious to the severity of the circumstances they live in.
I actually just read At First They Killed My Father, a memoir on the Cambodian genocide, and have since taken an interest in Cambodia. The genocide was a horrible tragedy and something that the country hasn't really bounced back from. These pictures brought that to life in a very real way.
Thank you for sharing.
[1161] Janet Finlayson
New Zealand
Hi, Julian
Thank you very much for putting these precious photo's on-line for others to share. They have touched my heart in a special way.
Bless you
Janet
[1160] liang
phnom penh , cambodia
it is the true story in my country, so hurt to see this while we are here live in a good condition. but how can we are simple one to make it more better? we have no power.
[1159] Nandith Jaisimha
Bangalore,India.
Hi,
julian firstly that's some great work and I appreciate the idea of showing the reality of life, in the 3rd world country like cambodia.
Let me introduce myself,I am nandith jaisimha a fellow photographer by profession & my quest to capture most amazing moments around the world. I was just doing a google search & I came across your gallery. Next week I am traveling to bangkok & cambodia. Hope I get to do some good work like you & open peoples mind & hearts.
Thank you
Nandith jaisimha
[1158] Carlos Araujo
Hialeah, USA
I start looking at your pictures since I just bought a Pentax ME Super SE and like to see how it shows.
Big surprise I really enjoy your photos,congratulations you have a great eye to rediscover a day to day.
Regards and keep bringing us the art of your heart.
los
Car
[1157] Novin Nhek
Long Beach, CA. USA
Hello Julian Li,
I wanted to thank you for taking great photos of Cambodia. I really missed my former country. I am an amature photographer, using a Canon 7D also. Your photos have inspired me to become a better photographer.
[1156] Mickydee Sangma
Meghalaya, India
hi Julian ....
i would like to thank you for posting this gallery... you did a very great generous job...
it was very painful to go through this but at the same time, it made me realise how hard it is for some people to live their lives...
i feel like reaching out and helping them out but i don't know how...
i just wish i had lots of money but i am still a student trying to make my career and succeed in life...
it must have taken a lot of dedication on your part to do this.... i really appreciate what you have done for these people... you will always be blessed by God.
if you think i can help these people in any way, i wil be very glad to extent my help...
thank you and take care...
it was really nice knowing you :)
[1155] santhoshkumar
singapore
The photos are very nice.. It shows that you are professional in all the clips... keep on going all the best.. cheers always Mr. Julian..
[1154] Phil
Chicafo, IL
Great pictures some very powerful ones esp the ones at the dump. I too will have a different view of my wants and needs. I can't even imagine seeing my own son in that situation.
[1153] David Dyckhoff
Bangkok
Heart breaking, and we do so little to help, shame on the western world.
[1152] Penny Burley
Burnie Tasmania Australia
What amazing photographs and comments.
Thanks for the insight Julian, we are travelling to Cambodia in January as part of a team so your photographs were appreciated.
[1151] KG
uk
The photos was great and sad, but more sad as I know how hard these people are facing in their life. Not like many of us they lives and depended on whatever they can find each day in the dump and risk their life with poor health and lack of food.
However, as you mentioned of the religious man who you siad to be your friend and praised he tried to help Cambodian people, that is rubbish! I have to say it such a cunning way of saying it but the true is he is there to try and convert Cambodian people into his whatever religious, and I have to agaist this completely. I don't think religous is wrong and of course I'm not agaist them either, but I think that religious should not buy people believe and fool their mind with many rediculous story of gods. I have once tried to convert to a muslim by this religious freak woman whom I have which aquantanced during a working shift. She really threaten me after I refused to admit into her religious. Of course she was nice and sweet at first, but hence I told her that I only believes in good deeds, she became very pushy and aggressively standing over me,and threaten me with words of sin because I don't believe in her god. And I have no doubt that your Friends is doing just that in my country. With my very honest word..Fuck off your religious freak!!!
[1150] daniel
singapore
hi there, a nice collections of photos you have gathered. Want to ask you when I shot in raw mode and how do i open up in photoshop and save it as jpeg. And I am a learning product shooter so wanted to find out more from an experienced shooter like yourself. Thanks.
Regards,
Dan.
[1149] kimberley muller
australia
beautiful images that i feel priviliged to have seen
[1148] Michelle Yau
Scotland
i am May May, now 13. I looked at the photos of me when I was little, i laughed!! I was three then, always getting into trouble. Hopefully you can upload some more photos of me when i was little!!
michelle x :)
[1147] Peter Gray
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Good work Julian. I have worked with an abused kids centre in Phnom Penh, for the past 5 years so understand your sentiments and feelings. Things will improve in time but only if the children , especially the poor and under priveledged receive an education, learn right from wrong, learn dignity and respect themselves and for others. Only then will Cambodia progress.
[1146] Aida Wilson
Australia
The photos of the Cambodia trip was amazing,makes me see how rotten spoil kids nowadays...
Thanks for the lovely pics...it open up our mind and eyes that the world is not just about ME..
[1145] Huy Chung
US
Julian,
Awesome Gallery. I'm doing a charity auction to raise money to build a school in Cambodia. I was wondering if you would like to donate a print. I really like the one with the lady by the fruit stand. Or you can just send me the jpg and I can print the photo myself. Thanks.
[1144] Dibas Ghimire
Pokhara
nice pic
[1143] Sorachana Nhov
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Great capturing!
[1142] kathy whitham
england
absolutley brilliant photos they capture everything , i love the way you point out about material wealth in england and peaple paying to look good all the time , its so bad when theres so much shite going on in the world i have traveled to may parts of the world and seen this poverty and no oone is doing a thing about it. bless these poor children . i do think the wesern world cares do they , they would if they came to see all this poverty , good luck with everything kathy whitham
[1141] darre campbell
korea
Hi there,
Your pictures tell a great ( i mean sad story) you really capture the emotion of Cambodia. This now is my second home. As O have just married my khmer wife. I do hope in the future i can help in anyway. If you know of any missionaries in Cambodia pls email
God bless
Darren
[1140] ronald
mish in usa
these people dont have much to live on or much work but most of them seem to smile poeple in the usa seem to have much more
[1139] Leong Weishan
Singapore
Hi Julian,
I was searching for ways to help the orphanage in Cambodia when I came across your blog. The photos caught my eyes. Each of it captures a story and tug on my heart string.
I am a Singaporean backpacker going to Cambodia soon in coming Aug for some volunteering work in an orphanage in Phom Penh. The kids also sell some silk stuffs and have approached me for help. It's not easy to run an orphanage and school in Cambodia solely on voluntary contribution.
I sincerely hope your photos touched someone's life in someway. Hopefully, to be able to get of out the "me" rut and think about the rest of the fellow human race living out of the comfort zone.
Well Wishes,
Weishan aka backpackgal
[1138] Dr Robert Zerby
St.Croix, US Virgin Islands
I've been to Phnom Penh, Cambodia several times and your great photos brought back many memories. Visiting S-21 was a life " moment " for me. I wish all our world leaders could visit it. I think your photos are making a difference in our world.
Dr Robert William Zerby,
St.Croix, US Virgin Islands,
doctorzerby@yahoo.com
[1137] Clare A
Redondo beach, USA
Thank you for sharing your beautiful and sad photos. It's so important we show the world what is happening in Cambodia and photos are really the best way. If children aren't working in the rubbish dumps, too often they are forced into sex slavery. It's heartbreaking.
I'm involved with three Cambodian charities after seeing images like yours some time ago.
Thank you again.
[1136] Keith
Portland, Oregon, USA
Thank you for these powerful pictures. It's too easy to forget the smallest amongst us and just how far we have to come to ensure justice for all. Your talent is obvious. Keep capturing fantastic pictures to keep reminding us all of our duty to each other.
[1135] John Prior
Fremont, Ca. USA
My son is in Cambodia on a month mission trip that started from Azusa Pacific University. He asked me what I wanted from Cambodia as a gift to me. So, I did a Goggle search, "what to buy in Cambodia" and your web site came up.
After viewing your pictures and reading your comments I am going to tell my son to take the money and give what he would of spent on me to some needing children or a support home.
Thank you for your sharing and your touching words from your heart.
I will be looking into giving on a monthly basis to a reputable organization in Cambodia. If you know of some please let me know.
God bless you,
John Prior
[1134] Phillip Davis
USA
Man. julian your pictures are very vivid, beautiful, and sad. It is amazing how people today still live in such conditions. Keep up the good work man.
[1133] Socheata Chan
Cambodia
Hi Julian! I guess u a chinese,right?Where do you live? Did u take all these photos while your vacation in Cambodia? I've spent around half an hour viewing all your photo and read some text. Thank you so much for taking time visit the poor. I think what u've captured and saw is just a pieces of cambodia's darkness. In deed, it thounsand more than these.Honestly, you are a good photograper.
[1132] Brian O'Mahony
Llandudno, Wales
Fabulous set of photos... I was in Bali back in 2004/5 during late December to Febuary. You really captured the essence of the island. Well done.
You can see some of my Bali shots here:
www.flickr.com/photos/thephotographiceye/sets/72157594496106731
and my clubbing & nightlife shots on my website:
www.thephotographiceye.net
[1131] Meg
Indiana
I am so glad to have found this while browsing the web. I've been trying to learn a bit about all of the countries and find out what life is actually like there, and so many sights are touristy and just tell about the nice hotels or good things about the country. It's pictures and stories like thes that I really treasure finding.
[1130] ALEX NG
SINGAPORE
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR SHARING.
[1129] claire paras
baguio city, philippines
very nice pictures. wish i could hang visit and wish i could help out.God Bless us all and we have to pray for this kids
[1128] Andy
USA
Hey,
Very nice photos.
I got a question for you. I'm planning on going to Vietnam this summer for two weeks with my Canon 7D dslr. I have the 17-55mm 2.8 IS and 50mm 1.4. I'm deciding which len(s) to take. Should I worry about the humidity over there and the potential damages on my equipment? My lenses don't have any weather sealing.
Thanks,
Andy
[1127] Martinez
Grants New Mexico USA
Wow! impresive!
[1126] Abdul Rahman
Singapore
Hi Mr Julian, Nice photos! How can i contact you? If you have an email account please do drop me one.
[1125] MIAO HSICHUNG
jkt,Indonesia
good place
[1124] MINNIE TANCHOORATH
SAN JOSE,CALIFORNIA
hi, my name is Minnie and I was doing my reseach on Cambodia and I found your website....and I can't stop crying.
Me and my friends are planning to go to Cambodia in March for my birthday (dying to see Angkor wat) and then head to Thailand to see family.
I do wants to help....is there anything I can do to help this people...pls let me know before March.
Take care!
Minnie
[1123] Susanne Nguyen
Adelaide, Australia
these pictures are amazing and quite motivational. I really want to help these people, maybe when i've fully grown up
[1122] Calvin Chang
Singapore, Singapore
Julian,
Very nice photos and great hardware you have there.::::Feel free to visit / comment on my photos on Flickr:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/45576751@N03/
God bless...
Best rgds,
CC
[1121] Jo Checketts
Salt Lake City, Utah USA
Thank you for sharing your pictures and your thoughts about the images you captured. I travel and take pictures and study culture. There is something about your pictures and comments that touched my heart.
Thank you,
Jo
[1120] fifi chan
indonesia
really2 nice shoots about bali..
[1119] John Sampson
Windhoek, Namibia
Some really good pictures in the mix Julian.
I'm interested in Kodak 400CN at the moment. I'm using a number of different
analogue cameras, but the one I'm enjoying at the moment is a Kodak Retina 1b
from the 1950's that I bought at a flea market in Germany in September past.
I have put a number of different films through the camera and it is delivering
excellent results for such an old timer. It is in very good condition. It is,
in effect not a Kodak at all. It was manufactured in Stuttgart, Germany during
the early 50's (up to 1958), and does not have a coated lens, so it does not
manage flare very well, but in every other way, it was an excellent buy.
Could you indicate which of your b&w pictures were shot with 400CN.
I'm interested in everyone else's experience with this film. It's a bit of an
odd ball film for me, but if the results are great, then why the hell not.
Kind Regards
John
[1118] Keld Fink
Denmark
No-one can help all, but all can help someone!
I think you have just done that!
[1117] Kerel
Malaysia
Your last update was 2005. After 4 years, there is still no new update? Or do
you have new website?
[1116] Nick Hummel
Waltham,
MA, USA
Thank you for sharing these pictures with me, they truly touched my heart
and filled me with a deep sadness for these people. They also gave me a feeling
of anger, anger towards myself for feeling so weak and powerless in my own life
when I have so much and so many opportunities. I don't have much money to give,
as I am a young college student, but I was hoping you could guide me to any
volunteer opportunities in this area as I am very eager to help. Thanks again
for sharing this, it has made me feel stronger and reinforced my need to help
those in dire poverty. Keep up your great work.
-Nick
[1115] Dave
St. Petersburg, FL, USA
Hi Julian,
I stumbled on your site by a random click. I just wanted to tell you I love
your pictures. I was searching for good photos, and looking for techiniques,
composition, color, etc. I found a great site! I love how each picture tells
a story, especially the facial expressions. The locations are fantastic (although
the Cambodia shots are heartbreaking) and the people are very interesting.
Great portfolio!
-Dave
[1114] thomasvladimir
oz
sad,thank you for noticing.
[1113] Meng Srun
Cambodia
Thanks for recovering this information to cambodian people.
[1112] IN SAPHON
Gif
sur Yvette- France
Thanks to you for bringing us the Cambodia News in images .
Burning the paper for a kind of sacrifice is not a real bouddhist practice .
The burning of paper as a kind of giving moneys to ancestor souls are not bouddhist
practice .These form of cult practice can be harmful till people does not really
understand the right teaching of the Bouddha .
The Bouddha teached the mindfullness by the way of understanding and not the
blind belief. We have to do a lot to learn to think for the poor Cambodia .
The povety is started when we cease thinking for giving chance to every children
the learn, to read and to write . On the moment, you are feeling helpless face
of this kind of poverty, but you do a good job to bring the talking and the
crying images to people which are sensible .
For this, my great thanks to you in the name of all the chidren sadness . IN
SAPHON
[1111] kyaw zay latt
myanmar
Dear Julian,
Thank you for your photos.
I really feel sad for the children of Cambodia.
There're a lot of such children in our country.
Cambodia is very same as our country.
Our country is also one of the poorest countries.
I'd like you to visit our country.
And I'd like you to send such photos from different parts of the world.
Thank you very much for your kind heart.
Kyaw Zay Latt
[1110] Natasha Willett
Torquay/
Australia
Im going to Cambodia soon with my husband.
Your photos are very moving.
I will never be able to make sence of the world.
[1109] Nigel walker
England Manchester
I have just returned from a bike ride through Asia. I lived in the mountains
and travelled from south to north through the villages where still the pol pots
solders live. Please look at my pictures away from the capital now I experienced
beauty and happiness in these folk becausecthey also fear war when these people
were solders killing they were themselves children and they live to fight that
they can never fight or kill again in there lives. I lived with and have pictures
on my facebook page. Your pictures and some wording are beautiful. I have given
to the people I could there and I hope like you to return. May be this time
to the capital, but the mountains and the villages where pol pots died are still
occupied by these killers who were children but now the new children have life
in there eyes. As for money cbodia will catch up and have new problems. I agree
wonderful people.
[1108] teetoch
Bellflower,CA
United State
I really miss all the stuff i did when i was young,...
this remind me a lots...
Thanks..
[1107] Bounnhot Vongboupha
Vientiane
Capital
Hi!
Hi friend, i could not believe that some pictures you took were terrible that
made me take a pitty on them. i deeply believe that living situations in cambodia
are not worse like that because i have some friends who are studying in Cambodia
now, they tell me that cambodia are nice place to visit and there are many visitors
from the third countries and around the world are heading to cambodia to visit
the unigue places such as angor watt and other places
do you agree with me? and i hope so .....
next time i think i will have very nice photoes from you through the mail to
me
thanks
Bounnhot from Vientiane
[1106] KIM Vuthy
Phnom
Penh
Dear Mr. Julian Li,
Thank you very much for your valuable work for Cambodia. I am very proud of
you! I almost cry when i see the photos and read your comments. I don't have
money to donate to the orphanage yet for now but if possiple i would like to
volunteer to teach them in Khmer or English for weekend class. Currently, i
am also a student and work in a private company. Please do not hesitate to contact
me throught my email address if you have class for me.
Thanks agian for helping my country. I wish you all the best and great success!
Hope to see in the near future!
Kind regards,
Vuthy
[1105] Buntheng Chheav
Pnom
Penh
I really like these pics it shows our khmer people life!
Great Pic!
[1104] Chheng Leap YIB
Cambodia,Phnom
Penh
I accept that my courntry is poor,your photo is reality in the society.But
this is only once side of corner.Every body try to work hard for their live,
country.You can see other places are devoloping.Cambodia on the move,on the
right way.Your interest in my country is very important to help those pepole.
How is the way to help them?
Cambodia today have hundred of universitys and high schools,event thought private
and public schools.
Finaly, I would like to apologize for my poor english.I was born in the civil
war country, nearly 30 years I cannot study in a good school like you.
Bonn/Germany,Sun 8 Nov 2009
Chhengleap Yib
Kon Khmer
[1103] Thoura
Nothing to say, but the last pictures really make my heart sick...
Thanks for sharing this, anyway.
[1102] Sithen SUM
Cambodia
Thanks Julian for sharing this. Truth sometimes hurts, but it needs not stay
there forever.
[1101] Vathana SEOURN
Cambodia
I really appreciate your work. You are doing the right thing, but remember this
right thing can be wrong if your desire overshadows your conscience. Hopefully
you are really helping Cambodian people...:-)
[1100] Saravuth you
kristiansand,Norway
Hi,
I am see some pictures in Cambodia is trusty at stung Menarche Phom Penh City.
If you some picture and article writer for Khmer send to i will put on my website..
[1099] Bun Many
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Dear Mr Julian Li,
I'm feeling very touch after seeing all your photo, I'm completely Cambodian
but i have never noticed all this situation. I truely feel shame to myself since
i can't make any change now. Hopefully, i will in the future.
However,Cambodia is definately beautiful in most places.Tourism is our priority.
So visit Cambodia, you will got an unforgetable experience.
With all my best regard.
[1098] Jeremy Cousins
uk
Wonderful photos. A credit to you.
[1097] Paul Archibald
Toronto,
Canada
Referred to your site by Kirby and I really like your style!
I'll be taking some time to check your photos in more detail.
Great work!
-- Paul
[1096] jackson pillage
malaysia
very moving xD fail
[1095] Holly Jordan
US
Just beautiful...
tears, respect, and love for all mankind, it waht your photos have taught me
[1094] tommy ola
tokyo
japan
i just wana thank you for your effoft,to bring all these pictures to the
world.some people will not believe,but now seing is the believing.thanks and
God bless
[1093] Kristin
Singapore
i came upon this online gallery of yours by chance. am googling for cambodia
news/ info as i'm planning for my trip to siem reap.
i'm glad you didn't delete this gallery. it shed light into many of us who lives
in comfort and abundance who often forgets those who lives in poverty and sufferings.
thanks for sharing.
[1092] DT
Reading
PA
Thank you for posting the pictures, Its sad and heart breaking to see this
picture again. It remind me how my life back in cambodia century ago.
Thank you.
DT
[1091] Calvin Vanak Tuon
Chicago,
IL USA
Julian, if there is a God, you're a blessing to the people you came across
in Cambodia.
My name's Calvin, but my family calls me "Nak" which is a shortened
Cambodian name of Vanak. A little about myself: I was born in Battambang, Cambodia
but before I was even 2 years old (maybe even a year old) my mom, younger brother,
and I all fled to Thailand. There we stayed for about 2-3 years. We then went
to Manila, Philippines where we stayed for another year. Finally by the time
I was 6 years old, our family came to the U.S. and we've lived here since. I'm
not 27 years old, this Thanksgiving marks the family 21st year anniversary.
I guess I've been "blessed" or fortunate to have lived here most of
my life. It's people like you that matter in this world and one that could make
a difference for humanity.
Here's how I stumbled upon your page. I was in the Philippines with my friend
for the past 2 weeks and we were discussing the similarities of his country
and mine. The poverty and the greedy hands of the few corrupted men and women
who could do so much more for their country, choose not to. I was looking through
various pages and somehow, yours caught my attention. Thank you.
The Philippines brought sadness to my heart as I saw many children struggling
to survive. Some beg on the streets, some work there trying to earn a single
dollar. My point is, I'd love to help. Your page reminds me of what it's like
to have what we have and take things for granted. You garbage anecdote is perfect,
there are much worse things in life. I must admit, most of the pictures brought
tears to my eyes. I was in Cambodian last in November, 2003 for just 2 short
weeks. I did not get a chance to explore as much as I wanted to and hopefully
one day go back and try to make a difference.
My email is above, please let me know how I can help
Regards,
Calvin
[1090] Malcolm Arnold
Khulna
Bangladesh
An Australian artist living in Bangladesh .I see this type of poverty daily
BUt I too have been to cambodia on two occassions .It is a country I truly love
and made some life long friends there .I loved your photos .They needed to be
taken so the rest of us can be more aware . I have produced a book of portraits
of kids in Asia Proceeds from this book will go to orphanges in cambodia
[1089] dlh
maryland, usa
I am going to cambodia soon. Your pictures have really helped me to get an idea
about the country. Do you sell prints of your photos? I love photography as
well and would like some of your prints.
[1088] Julie Lettieri
NYC
Thank you for sharing this story along with your experience with pictures. I
stumbled onto your web page and was very happy to do so. Thank you for an awakening.
You have no idea what impact these pictures have on my thinking.
[1087] Claudia Madrigal
United
states
Is so Sad to see as you said how the world can be so mean and selfish all
your pictures make me cry I can't believe all this is such a pain, God bless
you for sharing. I hope I can help a little.
[1086]
Leo
Mainland, China
I have heard about the rubbish problems in cambodia...But I still feel very
surprised when I am looking at your photo......
[1085] koeut sokharany
cambodia
you photo very interesting,and good picture!
[1084] Matthew Pirotto
Bellingham, WA; USA
Absolutely wonderful work! Eye opening to say the least!
[1083] Sumer Maire Rayne
Lewistion,
CA USA
thank you for this look at what other people in poverty go though everyday.
i have it bad. and im homeless but im not that bad off. i just with i could
do something to help.
[1082] Cindy Arreola
Mexico
Just do wathever we can to help.
[1081] Chan Mei Yee
Petaling
Jaya, Malaysia
Hi Julian,
I'm very grateful of what you are trying to help them.
I'm currently working on a projects with one of local ministry that feed the
poor. She been there few years ago, but she didn't take a good & clear photo/video
shoot. I was wondering, I could use your photos in her videos to raise fund
and awareness to feed the poor.
Please give me a feedback.
Thanks
[1080] Jerry Varney
Hi
I justed noticed that I know one of the kids in your photo "behind the
smiles". She is the one with the hat on. I was with another charity that
had a sponsor for her. We sponsored her for about a year. One time I asked her
what she wanted to be when she grows up and unlike most kids that want to be
doctors,teachers...ect she said "I want to help poor people like you".
Soon after her dad made her quit and start working at the dump again. he said
"she is very big now and can make lots of money at the dump". How
sad.
Jerry Varney
Changinglivescambodia
[1079] Jerry Varney
Hi
I fav'ed one of your photo's and found your web site.
You should put these photo's on flickr. I think I could
fav all of them :}.
I visited Cambodia like you and came home and decided to
do something. We now have 8 kids that are being supported.
When I view your photo's it makes me think that I'm not
doing enough.
Jerry Varney
Changinglivescambodia
[1078] Dave Dell
N.American
living in Spain
Have lived in Gambia, West Africa for 10 yrs. but have not witnessed anything
like this. I read a similar article in Readers Digest about children (and adults
in Mexico). I was deeply touched by thes poor Cambodians! I've read 'Prepared
for Burial'-I think was the name of the book about Cambodia after the war, a
long time ago. How they suffered with under Kmer Rouge. I really feel for thes
people, God help them. I wish I could help the orphanage but was seriously ripped
off in Gambia on a buisness venture which I even sold my house to finance. I
need help myself at the moment but will keep them in mind if God ever sees fit
to prosper me again. Love, Dave
Thank you for all those very moving pictures!! Thank you for helping them....I
know nyou did. Could an English teacher earn a reasonable living there?
[1077] Enni
Singapore
Nice and eye-opening pics, Jule! Let me know if you're going back there again!
[1076] Ty John
Australia
Hi,
I have never been to Cambodia but I have been to Thailand. I knew of the poverty
but had no idea it was this bad.
I intend to donate money to CCH.
Thanks for bringing this to my attention.
[1075] Nichole Sue
Singapore
Hi,Julian,looking at your photo,Sadness immediately set into my heart.I read
through your article..,Between needs and wants.The record shown..they didn't
grant to have any choice.I felt so small and weak,when I came to realise it.But
I hope that it's always not too late for me.To try all my best to bring joy
for them.Thanks Lord for leading me to your blog.I will be travelling to Cambodia
this on coming Friday.May Lord bless us with faith and love.
Regards,
Nichole
[1074] John Naessig
Harvey's
Lake, United States
After seeing these pictures, I was taken back quite a bit. The people of
Cambodia do not know of the term luxury, and enjoy what they have. I was amazed
by their will to even live in such conditions. I was wondering if you knew of
any charities designed to help anybody else in Cambodia. I plan to donate to
the orphanage, and possibly attempt to start a fundraiser of some sort for larger
donations.
[1073] RAI
USA
Very nice job on these here fotos. Keep up the great work.
RAI
[1072] Val Kerry
Manchester,
England UK
Hello Julian,
I found you via your link on the Flickr website which led me here. Thankyou
so much for sharing your amazingly powerful photographs which are a social commentary
on the living conditions that other human beings much less fortunate than us
have to endure.
They have raised all sorts of feeling for me which is a testiment to your candid
and skillful portrayal of the rubbish dumps.
You have also some very beautiful portraits which allow peoples spirits to shine
through.
Excellent work..!
Thanks for raising my own awareness on this matter which I shall now act on
in my own small way which is all we can do as individuals.
Best wishes for the future, I suspect you have great things ahead of you with
all that talent.
Val Kerry
valkerry24@yahoo.co.uk
Flickr member: ArtMakesMeSmile
[1071] Jim Fowler
USA
I am considered poor in this country, but I have never felt poor. Many in this
country struggle much more than I do, but no one lives as these people must.
Whomever is able to invent a plan to heal this planet of suffering such as this
will be as a Buddha to the humans of Earth and the bringer of Peace and Prosperity
for all. Power to the Peaceful!
[1070] Winer Chen
Jakarta, Ind
hi,, great photos..
really like it.. :)
[1069] tiffany le
San
Francisco, USA
I have two children age 10 & 13. I am planning a summer vacation, instead
of luxury resorts; I am taking them to spend a week in the Cambodia's Orphanage.
I was born in a small town in Cambodia in 1966 during the Vietnam War. Our house,
village were burned to the ground by the B-52 aircraft where bomb crafts metal,
blindly flying all directions, killing many innocent women and children that
are not fast enough to dig into the underground protection. Where grandmother
got her head chop off for sticking it out to look for her grandchild.
We were extremely lucky to survive the war and with the genius father who led
his family to Vietnam in 1975, that did saved us from the killing era of Khemer
Rough. Our life long journey from one country to another, one episode to the
next, had taught me many value lessons in life.
Your pictures told the aftermath genocide of the worst human cruelty and the
stupidity leader with monstrous act that led this once, beautiful country into
decades of poverty.
Like you, for many years, my father had help rebuilding schools, temples and
orphanage facilities in Cambodia. I am proud to be able to travel with him during
his last visit in December 2006 to meet some of these children whose life he
had touched.
I hope the trip I plan for my kids would help them underst and there are more
to life than their generation of TV, games, gadgets, phones, games and "Give
Me".
Can you tell me what city these pictures are taken from? I would love to bring
them there.
Thank you for sharing these photos.
[1068] David Tatge
Singapore
Mr. Li,
This is a remarkable set of photos. I've lived in Singapore for less than a
year (from the U.S.) and am just learning about the reality that was and is
Cambodia.
I commend your work.
Dave Tatge
[1067] Mj Menor
Manila,
Phils
i lile ur photos.
[1066] Stephen Chapman
London,
UK
Astonishing, Inspiring, Fantastic. Brilliant photo essay. Thanks for sharing
these photos and your thoughts Julian.
[1065]
Michelle Pak
Osaka,
Japan
Wow, your pictures are so inspiring that it not only gears me up for my
South East Asian trip this year, but also makes me want to take out my DSLR
and practice even more so.
Thanks for the inspiration.
Michelle
[1064] Nguyen L
Vietnam
LOL...i think the view in Ho Chi Minh City[saigon] is much better than in hanoi...but
the pictures that you took was really nice..:)
[1063] rameshkumar
indian
I like the cambodia people. But government action the all the people life increaing
the life please
[1062] Petriza Giovanni
Jakarta,
Indonesia
WOW! Most of the pictures are cute...^_^ I think you have talent in photography.
Although I don't really understand about the techniques in making picture, I
do enjoy your pictures (and your comments) ;)
[1061] habibur rahman
Alexandria,
VA, US
brought tears to my eyes...i am from Bangladesh, I thought I would be used
to this kind of pictures. Unfortunately, no matter how much sorrow I have seen,
one can never go numb. These pictures kicked me in the gut and told me to appreciate
all the little things I have going for me....On a JOB well done, wish you all
the best in the future....
[1060] Dina Hill
Germantown
MD USA
This was an excellent series of photos. Thank you for sharing them.
[1059] Rachael
Phnom
Penh
Hi Julian! Thanks for your photos of Cambodia. I'm living in Phnom Penh
for a year and as I'm halfway through my stay, I find myself a little jaded
by life around me. Your photos were warm and refreshing and helped me to see
the city in a new light. I added a link to your site on my blog http://rae-does-contiki.blogspot.com.
:)
[1058] amar amellal
france
I like your photo i thing you are just natural not the nice thing but reality
I agoing to canbodia in 6 monts i will give some monay to orphanage went i go
you are honest hope you all the best
[1057] Jean-Christophe LECOQ
FRA
Thank you for this moment of surprise.
[1056] patrick james fisher
Phnom
Pehn
I'm in Phnom Pehn right now, I just had my orientation with Star Kampuchea,
an organization that helps volunteers get into the field. I start teaching English
to young children tomorrow at an orphanage on the outskirts of town, It is very
poor and it looked to me like learning English was the least of there worries.
I appreciate your photos very much, they just helped remind me of why I'm here.
I'm from Victoria British Columbia Canada and I'm at the orphanage for a month.
[1055] nathaly gomez
aruba
i would love to send clothes or anything that i can but i wonder where should
i send them and to who? please let me know to my emai lregistered above
[1054] Lenora Chhouk
Albuquerque,NM
USA
I'm half Cambodian and I'm currently doing a report in school on Cambodia.
I stumbled upon your page while doing research and I have to say they truly
touched my heart. It makes me want to work even harder so that one day I can
help the country my family came from.
[1053] Dewi
Singapore
Julian,
These are amazing photos and have a very personal touch.
Great work!
[1052] Matthew Darner
Dallas,TX
Completely and utterly staggering to see. In capturing these horrible conditions
you've also created a monument to human spirit and the will to carry on.
You've also made it even more clear the horrifying rift between the impossibly
rich and the absolute poor in this world. It isn't right.
Thank you for doing this, more people need to see this kind of imagery or they
can't seem to believe it's really happening. It just seems like another news
story. The looks on the faces of those children weren't something that should
just fade away as one more example of the horrible things we never do anything
about.
Thank you for opening the door to this.
-Matt, StumbleUpon
[1051] amo
montpellier
france
stumbled upon this...
obviously moving subject matter
obviously moving work
obviously our [first world] needs to wake up & see their reality
&
obviously we'll always be too late!
thanks for sharing your work
[1050] José-Luis Preza
Austria
Hola
Julian,
Please do not post my message
I just wanted to say hello and congratulate you for your fine photo-art
Best regards,
-JoséLuis
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JL@Preza.org
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Vienna, Austria
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[1049] ineke nickisch
Germany
Wonderful Pictures with Character of your Land.
best regards
[1048] Simone D
Australia
As I want to travel to cambodia next year I googled cambodia photos to get
a better idea on what i wanted to see.
Thank you for putting your photos online. They have made a massive impact on
me. Red and Black just brought tears to my eyes.
[1047] Simon Thompson
The
Hague, The Netherlands
Hi Julian,
These photo's are excellent!
I'm wondering if it is possible for me to post some on the website of our foundation:www.dukkhafoundation.com.
Maybe for a limited time. We raise money to send kids of the Stung Meanchey
dumpsite to school. I have also visited the dumpsite and taken some photo's,
but they aren't nearly as good as yours.
I would greatly appreciate it if that would be possible. Of course stated to
your credit and a link to this webpage.
Hope to hear from you!
Warm regards,
Simon
[1046] Kiffin parkin
spanish
Fork, Utah
Thanks for posting this. It's very good to let people know about this.
I went to Cambodia last year. I love the kids and think it's good to raise an
awareness to those of us here in America who take so much for granted.
Thanks again
[1045] Penelope Verdan
U.S.
These photos have really touched me. I see why you are frustrated by what
people here "need", and what people there dream of. I have been reasearching
Cambodia for a project I must do, and I found your pictures. You are an amazing
photographer, and a good hearted person. I wish you well on your journeys, and
please, for my sake, keep trying to help people.
Best wishes,
Penelope.
[1044] romina
florence
, italy
your photo essat really touched me ... i wanted to invite you to my social blog
as well.. www.livingonloring.wordpress.com
your images brought alot of memories back..
[1043] Candie Cameron
Winnipeg,
Canada
HiJulian,
Your pictures were stunning, heartwrenching and yet
happiness came thru. I am very excited to be going
to Phenom Penh in January. I arrived on the 3rd and
am volunteering at an Orphanage for 4wks. Then have
to leave the 31st as we are only allowed 1mth.in the
country. I have to look for a place to stay and am
wondering if you could recommend somewhere. I hope my
needs don't seem to great considering how simple the
people live, but I need internet to keep in contact
with my kids, hot water/tub and maybe fridge so I can
keep some fruit, water, etc. instead of restaurants all
the time. Any help you can lend my way would be so very
much appreciated.
Thank you,
In Peace & Light,
Candie
[1042] Won Kim
San
Francisco, California
I just finishing reading a memoir of life under Pol Pot by Loung Ung so
I was curious to find out how Cambodia has changed in 30 years. I was surprised
to see your pictures and see that many people still live in poverty and desperation
that was so clearly depicted in the book even many years after the Khmer Rouge.
It makes me really upset that people in this modern day can live in such poverty
while people living in more fortunate countries waste so much money on material
goods without thinking of helping one person in need. I hope your photos continue
to inspire people to make a difference and show the world what real hardship
is.
[1041] Matthew James/ Som Sniat
kurtitown
hi, US
Hi their
I'm a pure cambodian live in the stats of the us (hawaii). I'm 22 years old
and was adopted at 4.
I'm right now station in the army on a deploment in Kuwait.
I took the time to look at the pic u took and made happy and sad. you take great
pictures, i too a take piture and love doing it.
I thank u for what u did and hope to see more of ur work.
[1040] spearies
singapore
Hi! Happen to find out about your photo album when i'm searching for Cambodia
info for my volunteering trip to Cambodia, Baray in coming december! It's nice
to see the photos but sad at certain moments when I see people who are unable
to even have 3 meals a day as well as proper clothings and necessities! The
photos really give me a perspective of the life in Cambodia!
[1039] Hai Prak-Thuy
Burnsville,
MN, USA
Hello Julian,
My name is Hai Prak-Thuy. I was just browsing the internet for pictures to use
as my desktop wall paper, and happened to come across your website. I am cambodian
myself and my family and I were very blessed to be sponsored to be living in
America today. This website is amazing and has touched my heart. I will admit
that it has made me cry...I am currently volunteering in a non profit organizate
called the TITUS Foundation. We will traveling to Cambodia next week to visit
schools, orphanages and things. Thanks again for sharing the website with the
world.
[1038] RICHARD
Atlanta,
Georgia
I "Stumbled Upon" this site via SU photo. You have a wonderful
eye for composition and energy. Pleas keep up the good work.
[1037] Yasmine Ramouni
Michigan, U.S
this is a beautiful gallery. What is the name of the artist? maybe i'm just
not looking hard enough.
[1036] Victoria Jakes
Sydney
I was very moved by your photostory and it prompted me to donate some money
to Cambodia' Children. I will be visiting there next year and hope to be able
to look at the country differntly because of this.
Thank-you
[1035] Green Hartanto, Tan
Singapore
very nice pics... 2 thumbs for you... can you teach me how to use camera..?
[1034] DingKuen Lane
Long Beach, USA
I love your photos. It's beautiful though it's sad. Tks for sharing these with
us.
I am working on an art project about cambodia children with AIDS which I will
use it as black and white. Do you have any resources?
Tks,
DK
[1033] Andrew Abbadusky
Clinton,
Iowa, USA
I sit here this evening watching an "important" baseball game,
drinking a beer, with whatever I want to eat sitting out in the kitchen. Your
work touched me, I want you to know that. I think there is no higher goal than
to help the suffering, whether it be be by education, direct aid, or prayer.
Fantastic yet sad photos, that have left an indelible mark on my mind. Take
care! I did "StumbleUpon" this if u were curious.
[1032] David Bowman
Great images!
-David Bowman
http://bowman1981photos.blogspot.com/
[1031] sad-san
nice
pics.. makes me realize the 3rd pillar of faith in ISLAM..
to help the needy..
[1030] Jay Kalamazoo
USA
Amazing photos! I've taught in many countries and am planning on adding
Cambodia to my list. Thanx for the images!
[1029] Dorah Abdul Kadir
Putrajaya,
Malaysia
Julian,
the tale you told through your lenses are powerful and truly inspiring. thank
you.
Dorah
[1028] Nancy D.
new
haven, ct
Im trying to hold back tears after seeing these pictures. It makes my heart
ache to see people, especially children suffer in such a way. I agree with you
in the sense that people spend so much money on things that are not necessary
such as clothing, cosmetics, etc. After seeing how much people suffer and how
little they have it truly makes me appreciate what i do have. People tend to
loose vision of the importance of life.
[1027] Alli Mellon
Nashville,
Tn USA
Julian,
Just wanted to tell you that your pictures touched me deeply. I was in Phnom
Penh at the end of July and will be moving there to work with children in January.
Your pictures tell the stories that broke my heart. Great job!!!!!
Alli
[1026] P.W Ho
Singapore
excellent puictures !!
[1025] Ron Hock
Fort
Bragg, California, USA
Hi Julian,
I would like your permission to use: http://julian.li/food/IMG_0609.jpg in my
book about sharpening. Please advise availability to: hocktools2 at yahoo dot
com
Thanks in advance,
Ron Hock
PS: I visited Cambodia in '94 to attend a friend's wedding. It was a remarkable
adventure for me. Your photos capture it beautifully. Thank you.
[1024] Candie Cameron-Ciaralli
Winnipeg,Manitoba,
Canada
Bless you Julian,
I am going to Cambodia in Jan/09 to volunteer at an orphanage for approx.6wks.
My 2 friends were already going and the director gave them her 1bdr apt. for
free to stay. It is too small for 3 so I will find my own accomodations. I couldn't
sleep last night and found the CCH online. Since I am providing my own accomodations
I am free to volunteer wherever I am led. I was touched by your stories and
pics. I am feeling very strongly about helping out there. I have worked with
children games, face painting, puppet & kite making,etc. I cut hair &
love cooking. I was moved by the scenes of the dump and emailed Mr.Sokha. I'm
hoping that they can use my help for a time.
Thank you again for sharing your story.
In Peace & Light,
Candie
[1023] Johnston Ngoc Thach
Fall
River, Massachusetts, USA
The photos, make me think about the way your interpreting what the people
are feeling, but I sense that you only want to communicate what would stir emotion
in the audience. As an American born Cambodian, I feel that I will have to work
five times harder than I already do, to make enough money to move back to my
homeland, and create change. Any help shouldn't have religion tainted in it,
only good intentions, and I mean it. To convert someone into another religion
is wrong because it's like brainwashing a person into believing an apple is
an orange. Otherwise, I thank you for your gallery; It had awoken a part of
me that wants change, and I am happy.
[1022] Graham Bouvier
Calgary, Canada
Thank you for sharing these photos. I'm deeply moved by the photos you've taken.
[1021] Eric Uy
Singapore
Very Nice.... I did not know you are into this long time ago... the pictures
are very realistic. It shows emotions, both of the subject and of the one capturing
it.
how did you do that?
[1020] Karla
Thailand
wow, your food photos are fantastic! good luck to you and if you ever want
to sell some Asian food pics for internet use please contact me.
[1019] Edmond Phon
Singapore
Hi Julian,
My organisation, Habitat for Humanity, is raising funds for Cambodia, to build
houses for the resettlement of the people living in stung meanchey dump. You
may be pleased to know that the government is intending to close down the dump.
We're aiming to build 25 brick houses for them.
I was particularly interested in using your photo of the boy with a bleeding
foot for fund-raising. Please do let me know if you could provide me with a
license and high-res photo for free. I will send U more details. Please kindly
email me so that I can converse with you.
Edmond
Resource Development Executive
Habitat for Humanity Singapore
[1018] Dahvy Tran
USA
Thank you for this gallery! I myself am Cambodian and have been working towards
helping my country. I would love to contribute in anyway and please keep me
updated on anything new.
[1017] Dahnie
Lowell,
MA USA
Hi,
My name is Dahnie Tran and I am a Cambodian-American. I am very touched by your
pictures. I was born and raised in America and have never been outside my country.
I've always wanted to visit Cambodia. I've heard, read, seen many stories about
Cambodia and the people of Cambodia and the poverty that has plagued there since
the Genocide. My mother visited there only once since the Khmer Genocide and
she said it's not the same anymore. While there, she did a lot of charity work
and visited her hometown and temples. She left with three full suitcases, and
came back with nothing. She told me that when you're there, you can't help but
want to give a piece of yourself to the people you come across. I'm planning
to go to Cambodia, too, after I finish college. I've always wanted to help and
my family and I have donated as much money as we can to causes that help children
and victims of human trafficking in Cambodia. However, I realized that I want
to be hands-on in my involvement. I want to physically be there. I want to help
in any way I can (besides donating more money), how would I go about it?
Thank you,
Dahnie
P.S. If you can, please contact me through my email address. It would be wonderful
if you can reply back.
[1016] Jac
SG
My parents also told me that if I don't study hard enough in school, I'll
end up working as a binman driving the rubbish trucks to collect everyone's
waste.
Never would i dream seeing the factual living condiions of these people in Cambodia
through your photos.
I was pondering about my future, but the thought of these people (esp th young
children) makes me ponder even more on the kind of future they have... ...
Are situations getting any better now?
Anyway, just to drop you a note, came to this site by chance. And, your photos
are great, esp loving the Morning Shower.
[1015] Janis Townsend
Erie,
Colorado, U.S.A.
Hi Julian,
In searching for subject material of which to use for a bronze commemorative
Khmer Rouge medal I will be creating in my jewelry/metal class, I came across
your site. Having just returned from Cambodia (Thailand, Malaysia, & Singapore)
about 2 weeks ago, I too experienced the poverty of Cambodia, although I only
visited Siem Reap for about 5 days with my husband, initially just to see the
temples and ruins. I fell in love with the people there, and the adorable children.
It was a very difficult place to visit on "vacation" but so eye-opening
and educational in the end. I found it quite difficult to return home to all
of my "things" and "stuff" and in general, the very materialistic
and easy world we live in here in America. It makes me very sad to think how
unhappy and depressed many people are here, who have everything they need, and
then the smiles I encountered there from people who had nothing. Your pictures
are worth a thousand words, as they say, and tell a very powerful story of a
country that is in desperate need of help and aid for its people. I was only
taking photos on a little point and shoot camera, and although I took many,
they do not nearly tell the story that yours do. Your pictures stirred up the
emotions I felt when I was there, and I believe could do the same for anyone
who has not visited Cambodia. I hope to help out financially any way I can in
the near future, and only wish I could do more. Our guide and "friends"
we made while there told us of their home villages that don't even have clean
water wells to serve their community. We learned that even a few hundred dollars
can build a good well to deliver clean water for everyone. I plan and hope to
send money this Christmas for building a needed well, rather than spending more
money on unnecessary Christmas gifts that are forgotten weeks later. (wouldn't
it be nice, just once, to celebrate the holidays for what they represent, without
the trouble of gifts?)
Thanks for posting your pictures and commentary on Cambodia. I hope that with
the increasing tourism there, these people who are sharing their incredible
history/ruins/country/culture/smiles with the world will reap the benefits of
aid that will slowly begin to rebuild this country up from such a dark history
just years ago. I too hope to return to Cambodia some day. It definitely holds
a very special place in my heart
[1014]
Lam Thi Cam Le ( Le-LT)
Hochiminh
city, Vietnam
Hi Julian,
Likely you've just posted this China gallery recently though you made it 10
years ago as I did not see it in last visits to your page ( or I did not notice
it)? Anyway, just to show my impression about the picture of your dad's village
and the comment. Yeah, totally agree with you that our life would have been
totally different and it would be very much depending on the earlier decision
of our parents. That's why, being a mother of 2 children now (wow !), it takes
me really some time to think and make decision for my own life that may impact
to my kids's. Many things I did and did not were driven by this center of my
life ( "7 habit language" ;-). Some were really painful but it's worthwhile.
You know, I always find some thing that make me feel good whenever looking at
your photos. It's such a pleasure moment in these long days ( 4 months !)when
I stay home during ML. Gratitude :-)
Look forward to viewing other good photos in your page :-)
Smile :-)
Le
[1013]
Christine Ong
Singapore
Let me know when you're going again. Then can pass stuff to you.
Rgds
Christine
[1012] Iswarya Balakrishnan
Chennai,
India
Brilliant Photography there! Hats off!
[1011] nick robl
Kent,
USA
Brilliant Photos.
[1010] John
Switzerland
- Singapore
Hi,
I chanced upon your website and really liked the photos of Bali (which reminded
me of my honeymoon). I'm an aspiring photographer and was hoping if you could
refer me to any websites to start reading up on photography and the kind of
settings needed to take pictures like yours.
Cheers
[1009] Errinn Voorhies
Seattle,
Washington
What amazing photos! Your photography is beautiful and now Bali is my number
one on my list of place to vacation. Way to sell the island!
I really enjoyed that gallery!
Thank you ~
Errinn
[1008] john romero iv
lake
charles, la, usa
breathtaking photographs.
[1007] Sean Mok
Canada
Thank you,
I am a deeply touched by your photos, it reminded me of my visit to Cambodia.
[1006] Grace
Beijing,
China
http://chinesegrace.blogspot.com
Hello!!
i am from beijing! it really shocked me!!!!!! i know hw luck i was born in beijing!!
the capital of china!!
bless them!!
[1005] kimvong
Cambodia
Thanks
for your photo of Cambodia it is really useful for viewer who can help all though
kind of child with their situation as you photos
Best wish
[1004] Joost de Wert
Breda,
The Netherlands
Dear Julian,
Thank you for your images of people that should never be forgotten.
Joost
[1003] bunrath math
Philadelphia,
Pa USA
Julian, thank you for the heart-wrenching pictures. I am touched by your
compassion in highlighting the plight of the Cambodian poor to the world. The
gaps between the haves and the have-nots are wide and unthinkable in Cambodia.
Thanks,
Bunrath Math
[1002] Darren Palliaer
Australia
Hi
Julian,
Your photograph gallery of Cambodia and it's people is inspiring and i just
wish to express my appreciation. I plan to be a ESL (English Teacher) in Vietnam,possibly
Cambodia in the near future. Once again many thanks.
Darren Palliaer
[1001] bee
australia
beautiful photos!
i am a tv cameraman/producer/editor and am looking to buy a canon 5d to get
more into taking stills. i came across your site doing a search for reviews
and prices of the 5d. your images have certainly sold me on the quality of the
5d.
though i can see that your talent, personality and approach is what really made
your photos shine! have you had any of them published?
well done
[1000] Bryan Wells
Salem
DUDE! when are you going to update with some recent photos. It's been like
3 years, let's see some new amazing work! later!
[999] Tommy Ling Jong Chin
Sibu,
Malaysia
Nice photographer.. :)
[998] Barbara
UK
I have been so moved by your photographs taken in Cambodia and had to write
to you. I did leave a message on your Cambodia page but not sure how these things
work. In July 2004 my son spent 6 days in Siem Reap then went by boat to Phnom
Penh. He wrote to us about what he saw and how he felt & fell in love with
the people and country. My son was murdered in Thailand in August 2004. When
he was killed we wanted to do something in his name and what better than to
set up a Fund for children in Cambodia. He had visited a children's hospital
and given blood. This hospital is run by a Swiss doctor and free for all children.
We have since been to Siem Reap ourselves and spoken with the docotor as the
Fund has been active since September 2004. I have to keep thinking of new ways
to raise money and am now making greeting cards from some photos my son took
when on a trip to China aged 14 in 1994. Would it be possible or allowed for
me to use some of your Cambodian children on my cards? This Fund is helping
us a little but I know it is helping others a great deal so it is important
to go on sending money. I hope you are able to reply to this - if it is not
allowed then that is fine, if it is then I will put your name on the back of
each card. I await your answer. Thanks Barbara.
[997] Barbara
UK
Thank you for sharing such wonderful photographs. You cannot look at them and
remain unmoved. I am about to give a talk to 30 10 yr olds about a hospital
in Siem Reap called Jayavarman VII - a children's hospital run by a Swiss doctor.
My son visited there in 2004 and gave blood as he was so moved, like you, by
the plight of children and poor families in Cambodia. He then travelled to Thailand
where he was murdered. We have set up a Fund in his name to raise money for
the hospital which is free to all children and allows them access to medicine
and treatment that they could not otherwise afford. I hope you do not mind if
I show the children I am going to talk to your wonderful pictures as it will
help me explain just how important it is to help and support these children.
Thank you Julian Li.
[996] david graham
new
zealand
hello. great pictures.....they use this at some schools in cambodia I taught
it to
www.anarchytm.com/alphabet
[995] Phil Claffey
Bangkok
Thank you for your insightful photographs, I am about to embark on a 3 week
trip to Cambodia to film a documentary primarily about the musicians that me
and a fried will stumble across on our way - we have an itinerary, but are keeping
if very lose. It will be broadcast on Danish TV sometime this year we hope.
Could you please tell me where that dump was? Just outside Phon Pen??
Thank you once more for you inspirational work.
Phil
[994] suhani
new
zeland
really good pictures i am touched on what you maen
[993] Carlos de la Rua
Bali,
Indonesia
Thanks for you work, something necessary, thanks again.
Beautiful.
Love and Peace,
Carlos.
www.carlosdelarua.blogspot.com
[992] NJP
Washington,
DC
I randomly came across this page. These photos are extremely moving and I had
to skip a few of them because I couldn't bear looking at them. I must admit
that they brought tears to my eyes. So many people around the world take their
lives for granted and ungrateful for what they have. We are so fortunate to
be where we are and have what we have. These poor people are living in hell.
Life is so unfair. I hope they will get the help they much needed.
[991] adrynayana
malaysia
nice....i really sat when i saw the pic.....
[990] jemal neal
united
states
i wish there was somthing i could do to help the less fortunate but i am only
13 years old here we practice christianity
[989] Kerry Sloane
New
Zealand
Hi there,
just came across your photos and they were/are very beautiful. great photography
- you have captured such raw situations so honestly and impactfully.
Where are you from?
I am planning a trip to (Thailand and) Cambodia in the next few weeks and not
sure how a 45 year old (going on 30!) female would travel there.
I am thinking to go to Bangkok and take a trip/tour/group/bus ticket(one of
the above) from there. any suggestions would be welcomed.
I too, like you, want to see real life and the wonderful spirit of the children
and capture some of the similar meaningful parts of the essence of the country
as you seem to have done.
thanks in advance, Kerry
[988] S&W Tang
Sydney,
Australia
Hi Julian,
Those pictures of Cambodia are so nice. But seeing those children at the rubbish
dump made me cry.... very unfortunate kids in a very unfortunate country and
were born at a wrong time.
Keep up with your good work.
[987] swathi
beijing,china
we r visiting cambodia this weekend and after looking at these snaps i shall
atleast try and bring smile on one of such poor kids...i promise....thanx julian...
[986] Blair
Portland,
Oregon
Hey Julian. Nice pictures. Email me and let me know what you are up to now days.
[985] Jennifer Detar
Pittsburgh,
PA
Julian,
I come to this set of pictures from Cambodia that you wonderfully captured about..
once a month and everytime I view them I am so touched!
You did such an amazing job.. I would LOVE to go there and capture images and
do some volunteer work someday. It's one of my goals!
You did a really really amazing job with the pictures, they really do capture
so much emotion!
I wondered if I could make a slide show of your images, (of course on the title
I'd put something like 'Cambodia' by Julian Li.. not for professional use or
anything. Let me know!!! Thanks so much, God bless!!
Jennifer
[984] Kathleen Lavender
Austin,
Texas, USA
Very powerful pictures. I am not sure how I got to your site but I am glad I
stumbled upon it. You say you will go back one day, have you been back? I am
going to check out the orphanage and more of your pictures. Take care and God
Bless.
[983] Jennie Brown
Victor
Harbor , South Australia
I am doing my nursing and in diverse culture chose Cambodia as an Australian
comparison country. I am so impressed with your photos. Your view was so unique
that it bought me to tears. Thank you for your views on Cambodia, they were
so honest and so so real. Thank you
[982] justine tan
malaysia,
selangor
great pics, with deep feelings.
i am going to cambodia coming month.
[981] Lin Junyao
Singapore
Hey, really appreciate all the photographs taken. Im current trying to do a
system art which portrays the negligence of the society towards such group of
more unfortuante people. I came across your photos and saw a couple that really
will touch people's heart.
Here is a brief of my art. I need portrait photos of those 3rd world kids. And
i will leave the photo on the floor of the street with a sentence " pick
me up and help me" I will records down the time etc i put the photos on
the ground and who really pick them up and help them. The photos ultimately
will be filled with either the negligence footstep or names or those who help.
There is other test to further prove such cruelty of society, hopefully to brig
the awareness out of some people that there is someone who needs our help dearly.
migrant mother, untreated, dazed, survival, behind the smiles and happy meal
--- Here is some photos that really hope you could send to me with a bigger
version, hopefully A4 size.
Really hope to hear from you.
[980] Ivo Lacle
Canada
Great photographs and all of them telling a story.
Nice work Julien.
[979] Phong
HCM,
Vietnam
Great pics! It takes me hours to view all of those pics, but I love them:)!
[978] Marie Eber
SG
I went a few months after the bombings and will be going again soon. I love
Bali.
Great great photos!
[977] Dan Augsburger
Michigan,
USA
Hi. Your pictures were fantastic. I just returned from Cambodia where I
spent 17 days. Part of our trip was to the dumps to see how the people live.
Just prior to going there, we visited a school that our group operates where
50 children from the dumps go every day to learn to read, are fed, given nice
clothes, etc., in an effort to help their lives improve. I shed a few tears
in visiting, but was pleased that something is being done to help them. Your
pictures are excellent. Could I use a few if I give you full attribution? Thank
you! Dan
[976] vanessa non
Portland (united states)
My husband is Cambodian and is on deport back to Cambodia and doing all
of this research on the country it saddens me that people have to live like
this and if my husband does get deported this is somthing i will se with my
own eyes.
[975] darcy gem
mandaue
city
i am a volunteer here in cambodia. a filipino. i wanted to show my philippine
family life in cambodia. i happen go see your pictures online. may i copy them
in a cd and bring them to my country? i do not have a good camera like yours.
i am not selling any of your shots. my purpose is awareness for my friends on
cambodia, and how they can help. i will not use your pictures for profits.
just asking...
...hoping.
[974] Kristoff Capa
NYC
kristoffcapa.com
you have an amazing eye. thank you from the bottom of my heart! this work needs
to be seen.
[973] Angel
Singapore
Hi Julian, chanced upon this website while searching for Cambodian style
for some design work I'm doing.
I love your pictures, they really bring out the needs of Cambodia children.
I am deeply touched and would like to do something for them. If you are planning
a trip, let me know when and how I can help.
Thanks.
[972] James Cooper
London
Hi Julian
Just came across your photos - fantastic. You've certainly captured the essecence
of urban decay and poverty. Very visual shots indeed.
I spent three weeks travelling round Cambodia a couple of months ago. I recently
put up some photos on my site - let me know what you think - http://www.ramblingdogphotography.com/cambodia.htm
Thanks,
James
[971] Gemma Lee
Australia
Hello Julian
I stumbled on your website, and love your (may I call it) photo-journalistic
style. Your images are vibrant and "of the moment". Keep up the good
work, and let me know if you have more recent shots.
Gemma
[970] Devan Singaram
Kuala
Lumpur
Hi,
This are powerful images, especially when you look for light in so much darkness.
A person viewing it, is first drawn to a child's smile and later a profoundness
is experienced, when he sees the environment in which the smile takes place.
[969] Mike Tee
Malaysia
Thanks for the Cambodian photos Julian. Got your link from Pin's Kumomo article
- it's really opened our eyes!
[968] Monte Tom
San
Francisco, CA, USA
Dear
Mr. Li
My name is Monte Tom. I am a Theater Arts student at San Francisco State University.
I am directing a one act play called "Once A Boy", written by Claire
A. Rice. It is about a Cambodian man who escaped from Cambodia during the Vietnam
War and now lives in America. He is haunted daily by images and memories of
his past life, as he tries desperately to forget and move on.
The reason I am emailing you is to ask for your permission to use one of your
photographs as part of the promotion for the play. Because the production is
technically a class, I am making no money for the show and all finances come
out of my own pocket. Your photography is incredibly powerful and deeply moving
and I believe that it would be a great way to help promote my show. You would
receive full credit for your photography in the program. Following is a link
to what it would look like.
http://img409.imageshack.us/my.php?image=presentation1ki4.jpg
Hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Monte Tom
[967] Echo Zhang
Beijing,
China
Looks cool.
Like "Crop Tending" most.
[966] Nin jassal
singapore
I really enjoyed looking through those photos.. They are beautiful..Im thinking
of taking up a photography course i hope they are as great as yours..
Im planning a trip to cambodia this friday for 7 days..
Trips like these teach and give you gifts that you hold forever. Thanks for
highlightening the whole truth..
Sometimes we get so wrapped up in our own little world its good to escape to
places like that they bring you back down again.. Ive realized how materilistic
i am and how more i can be.. I should be more greatfull for what i have..
Thanks for sharing your pictures
[965] Alvin Cheung
Hong
Kong
Hi! I love your photos!
I found the photos you took of food on Google and they made me so hungry.
You do some really great work. Keep it up!
[964] Maria Baum
Naples,
Fl
Wonderful work! Wish there were more people like you.
[963] kitti
thailand
hi i like your photography.can i view more your bali photo.thank
[962] Mark Mann
Melbourne
Great Photos thanks
[961] JOHN GLASSON
AUSTRALIA
Hi there, you are a Christian, like you photography very good.
You have capture some interesting moments.
I was in Cambodia last year and visited the dump twice.
Nothing prepared me for what I was about to witness, a man buried alive under
tones of filthy rubbish.
My purpose in Cambodia was to film documentary for RTC,and further doc for release
here in Australia concerning Cambodian poor plight etc.
It is planned that I return this year to film more of Cambodia.
Would you like a me to forward you a DVD " Tears for Cambodia" it
is only a 12 minute clip that we produced and is the for runner to our final
release.
God Bless
John Glasson
Director
Blacksmith Productions.
[960] Joanna
Ireland
Fantastic photos. I was in China last year and seeing your photos really made
me feel i was right back there. The best set would have to Cedric and Shi Mins
wedding. Humourous and creative, those photos captured the heart and feelings
of the newly wed couple.
[959] Piotr Fila
Warsaw,
Poland
Very Good photo's
[958] sarina lim
singapore
Hi Julian,
Remember me? Anyway great photos...I still like your photos u took in China!
Natural... If you remember me, do drop me a line.
God Bless!
Regards,
Sarina Lim
[957] Phil Vargas
Leesville
I am looking to research your country and it moves me on how a way of life
is in Cambodia if you could help me on my search i would greatly appreciate
it furthermore maybe i can find good help in this part of the states to help
you out anything is better then nothing thanks for you time and patients.
Phil V.
[956] Georgia Miari
Athens
Greece
Hi Julian,
I am a friend of Yovita's from LR.
Great photos....
Regards,
Georgia
[955] pc
China
I fell sad
good wishes to all of them
[954] phany
montreal,
canada
it was very interesting to take part of your journey through your pictures.
i am from Cambodia but i have been raised in canada. so to witness the beauty
but also the pain through you photos was a blessing. i would like to thank you
from the bottom of my heart and if you have the time write me back because i
would love to hear more of your adventure in Cambodia.
Ps: i am planning to go back there this year too
phany
[953] John Hwang
Federal
Way, Washington USA
Your pictures are so wonderful. It takes me back to my mission trip this
past year. I'm wondering if I can use some of your pictures to show what Cambodia
looks like to some church members in a slide show. Thank you for your consideration.
Let me know if I need to pay anything as I'd be glad to do so.
God bless,
John Hwang
253-653-7522
[952] Bunsann Kim
Lakewood, US
http://ragingspirit.blogspot.com
HMMM as I read again, I was near to tears. Amazing pictures...
[951] john bygate
durham
england
much moved by your photos of steung meanchey in phnom penh. our church's
current project is raising money for a scheme based in phnom penh to help the
dump kids get better education and medical care: as 'publicity manager' for
the project, I find your photos very helpful in showing the REALITY of the situation
- something I have been looking for for a while. I hope it is ok with you if
I use some of these photos on our church noticeboard to get home the message.
Yours
John Bygate
[950] Le
HCMC
Hi Julian,
Coming back GO from Binh Duong plant today at 6PM with a little bit tiring feeling,
I didnt work as planned but went to my Favourites with intention for some music,
saw your weblink booked there then went in again. I was taking a first look
at your friend wedding's gallery to ensure the previous techincal issue is gone
;-) I could view through it this time. Well, fun and interesting !
I've also enjoyed through the England's, the Bali's galleries. The most impressive
photo was the one of mom and her daughter. I've shared same feeling with you
about the gentleness of the mother and the innocence of the kid, esp her eyes.
However, still dont have full enjoyable feeling through all the photos in same
gallery as it was first time I looked through Vietnam's. Maybe, some personal
bias of sentiment is involved in the judgement, not really caused by the photos
themselves. Overall, still feel good afterwards. Thanks Julian, once again,
for what your photos have brought to me :-)
Until next time....
Regards,
Le
[949] Laura John (Kim)
Redlands,
CA
Thank you for these pictures. I will be going to Cambodia with Martin Kim's
group for two weeks in Feb. 2008. These pics will help me to prepare.
[948] LIM Kethia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Super photos! I am really surprised to see these photos. You might had spent
a lot of times and your efforts to do this work. I am sure that you faced a
hard time in your heart, when you saw those kind of people's life in Cambodia.
We, Cambodian people really need to climb up from these disaster places.
Thank you so much!!!
Yours,
Kethia
[947] Trent and Saroeuth White
Alberta,Canada
Those are some amazing photos you took out there.I am from Cambodia but have
yet been back since we came here to canada in 1989.These are photos that my
family can look at and say to themselves how blessed we are that we are here
now and what our lives would of been like if we were to of not made it out of
there.And it gives us a chance to help those who weren't as lucky as we were.
[946] anthony
Thank
you for making these photos publicly viewable. Your ability at photography seems
to be quite good.
I hope you continue to maintain this address. I will use these pictures to encourage
me in my studies, as your photos remind me of the purpose of my education.
Keep on raising awareness.
Yours,
anthony
[945] Calvin Kim
Seattle,
WA
Julian
I was blessed by your pic's and comments. I have a strong passion for SE Asia.
I will be heading to Cambodia for 2 weeks in February with a mission team. We
will be in Siem Reap and then visit Pnom Penh(we will have a medical/dental
team, children's ministry/evangelism) We will also be visiting the trash dumps.
I just returned from North Korea last May from another humanitarian trip. My
passion is to build awareness of the plight of our brothers and sisters in such
destitute countries. Many of your comments and thoughts are akin to the thoughts
that I have.
We in America are cursed with materialism and self absorbed.
May God bless your efforts!
Respectfully yours,
Calvin Kim
[944] Alden Ho
Berrien
Springs, MI, USA
Hi Julian,
I came across your website searching for pictures from Cambodia as I will be
going there on a mission trip in February.
As a professional photographer, I must say that your pictures are excellent
and very informative, creative and powerful.
Where do you live? Singapore? I was born there.
I shoot Canon too. You can read my bio on my Photography link at www.aldenho.com
All the best.
Alden
[943] koky saly
japan
Thank you for your beautiful photos. I was born in prison during the khmer
rouge regime and lived the first three years of my life there.
Your pictures and stories are very moving. Today I fight for the rights of Cambodian
children living in poverty and I invite you to get invlolved with us one day.
We are not wealthy, but we don't let that stop us. Watch my video and visit
my website if you have time.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2mhWYIPZME
www.babytreeprojects.org
koky
[942] Paul Saly
Melbourne
very sad! !
[941] Lam Thi Cam Le
Hochiminh
city, Vietnam
Hi Julian,
I've got a week vacation, have some rare time to surf net then happen to see
your web marked in my Favourites. I eagerly logged in to view once again what
used to make me feel impressed about the way a foreign photographer see my beloved
hometown Hanoi. Then I saw "Wedding" photos at the home page and thought
it was yours and curiously pressed the front photo to go inside to finally discover
it's your friend's .... :) Unfortunately, I only could see around 5-6 first
photos, the balance did not display, not sure what the issue is...However, still
want to drop some lines to let you know then you may want to take a look if
it's any error in posting the photos....
Maybe, it's not the right time to view other photos. It's the signal to ask
me come back in some other days. Hope to view your wedding photos in your gallery
when I get back :)
Regards,
Le
[940] Audrey Lo
Brunei
Darussalam
I was raised to finish every pieces of rice off my plate and if you don't, your
fate might just change and turn out to be like the starving children in Africa.
At least thats what Ive always been told - never to waste.. Just like how most
Asian parents would have told their children, similar to your caption on the
picture, 'lowest of the low'.
I was never aware of how MY part of the world (ASEAN)would be even a closer
example than Africa. After seeing your pictures, i feel so disgusted of my material
wants and things I have been taking for granted all this while whilst some people
in Cambodia only earn US$1/day.
Some of the pictures are quite disturbing but it catches the sense of reality
most people would feel taken aback to when viewing these pictures.
Having lived in a country where almost everything is readily made available,
these pictures have been a complete eye-opener. Thank you Julian.
Truth is, I came across this site while googling up Cambodia for Im still preparing
myself to visit the country soon as Ive been seeing my Cambodian bf for almost
a year now and now that he is back in Cambodia and is currently working for
the Peaceful Children's Homes in the outskirt of Phnom Penh and in the province
of Battambang, both run by the Khmer Foundation for Justice, Peace and Development,
Ive been filled with many wondering stories of the underpriviledged orphans
there. If anyone of you is reading this and is interested in helping these children
by way of basic necessity supplies or simply providing English/education classes,
you may contact me via this email address: lo_audrey@hotmail.com.
May God bless these children.
Audrey Lo
[939] Hamza
palestine/Jerusalim
great job...
i wanted to say that living in the mideast made me understand that to sovle
a problem u shouldnt look for an answer in faith because u will always wind
up saying where the hell is god? god should do something about it.
i belive that the solution is in social justice and in world revolution...
anyway, i would like toinvite u to come to palestine..give us a visit in Jerusalim...
[938] james lobedica
philippines
informative and candid pictures of human drama
[937] Kara Uy
San
Jose, California, USA
www.myspace.com/lifenotes
Julian,
I couldn't hold the tears as I was viewing your album. The images in the pictures
are not new to me as I have been to Cambodia more than once. No matter how many
times I've familiarized myself with pictures or experiences, the impact remains
the same...sadness, anger, a sense of despair are only some of the emotions
used to decribe my heart-break. It's a stark reality relentlessly reminding
me of how precious life really is and how much the world is still suffering
around me. My brother and I organize a volunteer non-profit agency to raise
money to aid those in Cambodia who are living in dire conditions. He goes to
Cambodia once a year to for the charity event. It's hard to believe how much
we have accomplished and how many have helped and donated. This experience,
along with your site (and your passion towards the Children of Cambodia) helps
restore my faith that the world is still left of many kind and courages people
like you and me. Thank you!
I hope you continue to capture the moment and share it with all of us!
Kara Uy
[936] Julius
Singapore
Wow,
I enjoyed myself just browsing your pictures. Each of the pictures tell a different
story. Thank you for sharing your colourful life. Looking forward to your new
uploads. :)
[935] venesa tadic
bad
urach germany
PAINFUL !!!
[934] bunsann kim
lakewood, ca
http://ragingspirit.blogspot.com
i am a cambodian too, but i am studying in united states at the moment.. nice
photos
[933] Eunice Kow
Singapore
Hi, I just want to say I loved your pictures from Bali. It really showed
the rich culture and friendliness of the people there. Hope to see more of your
great work from your future travels.
Eunice
[932] David W. Rahfeldt
Medina, WA USA
Wonderful photography that well captures the essence of the humanity of these
people, their joys, their plights, their dreams, their joys, and their sorrows.
The difference between an artist and a technician is the ability to see the
soul of the person or situation and bring that to light ...
These pictures capture core elements of that humanity.
That individuals, no matter their situation or station, can aspire to joy, love,
hope is indeed a testimony to the positive nature of humanity ... and should
affirm for us all that we are indeed, "all in this together".
Bravo
[931] SAM Hon
Phnom
Penh, Cambodia
Dear Sir,
Please read this website www.pse.asso.fr
! I appreciate it more than the yours.
Thanks
[930] SAM Hon
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
dear sir,
Thanks a lot to show athe reality in our country. But the plan of your photos
looks not normal. I think that your photos are very critiqued.
Best Regard!
[929] Craig Ryan
Sydney/
Australia
Well done mate, The world needs more of these to understand the plight of some
people in the world.
Keep up the good work
Craig Ryan
I would like to donate my time in January to the shcool or orphanage as Im an
English Teacher here.
[928] Long Phanith
PhnomPenh,
Cambodia
All picts are very impresive. I like the way you lnik them to issues and real
life of present and past. Still, they all would be much better if they are in
small sizes, but the same quality, so that they are easy to view. Anyway, the
existing picts explain a lot about Cambodia. I hope Cambodians can express their
ideas about their difficult life like the way the picts can do.
"Picts cannot lie, can they?"
Thank you
[927] Bryan Wells
keizer,
oregon, U.S.A
Hey man how's it going? Do you have anything new? Would love to see some more
work. http://damageinc86.googlepages.com/index.htm
have some recent stuff up on my site, keep up the good work!
[926] Pamela Denchfield
Duvall,
WA, USA
Another good charity, one that devotes all funds directly to the children
(no administrative overhead), is http://www.sustainablecambodia.org/
[925] Pamela Denchfield
Duvall,
WA, USA
Thank you so much for taking these photos and making them available online.
Great photos. I cannot comment on technique because I'm not a photographer,
but as a writer, I really appreciate your informative and imaginative captions.
I will be spending almost a month in Cambodia in late 2007, with my daughter
and two of my Cambodian relatives. (I'm not blood related but my daughter is.)
It will be a first for both my daughter and me, so I'm sure it will transform
our lives. I plan to bring lots of helpful items. My Cambodian family told me
to bring aspirin and other medicine. We will visit the wats (temples) and hopefully
some of the towns my Cambodian family lived in before Pol Pot.
I am doing a lot of "inner work" and hopefully helping my Cambodian
family do so, too, through listening to them talk about their experiences and
writing it down.
Please feel free to contact me with advice or suggestions for the trip and especially
ideas to help while I'm there.
With much gratitude,
Pamela Denchfield
(near Seattle, WA, USA)
[924] Marvin Kim
Burnaby, BC, Canada
Thank you for your wonderful photos.
I am deeply impressed.
[923] Sugianto
Pontianak, Indonesia
I already enter your page, thanks for allow me watching Your photos. Are You
still remember me ? The one who make a little conversation with You when You
in My city several month ago. at that Time You were taking Picture of the kids
Who had play GULI
[922] KULEN MONOROM
SYDNEY,
AUSTRALIA
Dear Julian,
Thank you very much for all these suffering photos.
You have a good heart to these suffering childred.
Are you living in USA?
Are you Khmer?
Regards
Kulen Monorom
[921] greg grant
richmond
hill,Ga
that was very sad im only in tenth grade and found it emotional god bless
[920] Sokunthea Pheng
PP,
Cambodia
Thank you so much for your hard work. Looking back , I am feeling so pitiful
to Cambodia. I hope we can be better so soon.
Thanks!
[919] arie van der zalm
tussen
maas en waal
hoi
mooie site met prachtige foto’s ziet er echt goed uit
gr arie
http://home.versatel.nl/a.albers
http://fotostudio-2006.repage.de
http://photo-shot.repage.de
[918] David Jacques
Hong Kong
Some very good photos in all locations
[917] Danielle Reed
singapore
Excellent pictures and great comments. I will share this site with my friends.
thank you
[916] CHAK Sopheap
Phnom
Penh, Cambodia
Dear Julian Li,
It was so amazing and I really appreciated your photographing talent and effort.
As a Cambodian citizen, it is really shamful that foreigners could see the poverty
problems and its circulating factor (i.e corruption and social injustice) while
my government admire its effort of economic growth.
Btw, i and my university friends also launch "Youth for Change" network
which we aim to build the youth network to contribute to social development,
and to foster rural education sector through distributing school kids the book
and study materials and to teach them the social and other benifical matters
for their daily livelihood. I hope when u come to Cambodia next time, i can
invite you to meet my team, and to experience rural livelihood and our activities
wiht kids.
Bests, Sopheap
[915] Christopher Billey
Chandler,
AZ
Absolutely Emotional work! It was the First time in ages that I was almost
in tears.
My wife and I would love to host your work for the next First Friday in Downtown
Phoenix. The First of September If your interested Give us a call. We can be
reached at 480.204.1565
Chris & Tammie Billey
www.largophotography.com
480.204.1565
[914] Sonchumchuon
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Those most pictures which will be dangeroeus for health in their family and
will be effected to social in recently. But some of those pictures to show the
effort for their life in future.
[913] James Sok
New York City, USA
Dear Julian Li:
You took very interesting photos. The suffering of Cambodian children is the
pain in my heart.
Thanks.
James Sok,
Cambodian-American
[912] Bun Heang Ung
Sydney,Australia
Many thanks to Julian Li,
Great photos that you had shown us the suffering of Cambodia & its people.
Cheers,
Bun H.Ung
www.sacravatoons.blogspot.com
[911] Drew Tanner
USA
Lovely wedding shots. It appears they all were shot simply using available
light. What cameras and lenses were you using?
[910] Vince
Australia
Hi Julian,
Thank you for your photos and comments. I love them. I went to Hanoi and Halong
and visited that cave as well. I learn so much from your pictures.
Good job!
Vince
[909] Bing
Some
of these pics made me wanna cry... as i'm sure did many others. U're observant
and your pics have a heart in them, that's what's powerful.
Careful too though... witnessing extreme poverty and deprivation, leading to
profound grief and helplessness, ur righteous soul wanna shout WHY? WHERE IS
HELP?... these can throw u into deep melancholic depression.
And, do not feel ashamed or guilt striken for being luckier. depriving oneself
as a form of punichment for being unable to change what one wishes is not as
effective as spreading awareness, which i must say you do very well, so use
your talent to educate others. well done, keep it up! Photo Journalism may be
your forte.
[908] Natalia
USA, San Francisco
Hi Julian, thank you for sharing this gallery. I have a question: how to help
those children? is there a center to forward the clothes/things so it can be
pass out to poor people? or how to send money and to whom? I've always wanted
to help poor people by building a shelter or have free meals provided to them.
It is still on the list of the things I wanted to do in life, but since for
those plans I need to have bigger budjet, I wanted to make at least some donation
right now and was wondering what's the right way to do it? Please let me know.
Thank you.
[907] Ry Mak
Melbourne,
FL. USA
Thank you for showing how the kids at stung mancheay lived. As well as Cambodia
great photo's.
[906] Le-LT
Hochiminh
city, Vietnam
Hi Julian,
Thanks for sharing the photos gallery ! Hanoi is where I was born and I'm really
pleased feeling that people, including foreigners like you, coming there and
feel impressed about the place, especially this is a possitive impression :-)
Recommend you spend some other times to north areas then you will see more places
to take photos. Some ares near the bounderies with China like Cao Bang,Lang
Son,Mong Cai provinces, etc. you can look at Vietnam map to look for those provinces.
It's really worth another try :-) If you also enjoy the sea, you may want to
go the central areas where we have some world famous beaches like Nha Trang,
Phan Thiet, etc. with high class resorts but reasonable prices.
Thanks again. Look forwards to seeing further Vietnam photos from you :-)
Regards,
Le
P.S. I have no comments in terms of photo techniques as I have no idea abt it,
so cant have any inputs abt this aspect. My comments come more from what I emotionally
take away from your gallery :-)
[905] Sandra Greifenhagen
Dresden,
Germany
Hey Julian,
I'm really impressed that you are besides your unique pictures and your comments
which are really worth reading also calling out for help. i've never been before
in cambodia...but i have been to brasil where i've seen also such poor people
hanging around, begging, fishing in a dirty lake and sleeping outside...living
homeless. i feel very sad watching your pictures of those little children. i
mean it's not fair, here in germany as we have a social system which cathches
everyone who's falling into a time without working place, you mustn't fear anything.
everyday you can bye your food...
i'm dreaming of traveling and helping those poor people one day. i can't stand
any longer doing nothing, only listening and watching about people starving
of hunger.
well i hope you're goiung out and looking for more impressing pictures.
oh i have to admit..i love this photo of this little girl named srey mom. :)
so have a good time
greeting from a summertime dresden
[904] Jaz
Singaproe
I was searching for some information about Cambodia and I came across your website.
Very nice photos. Indeed it tell the story about life in Cambodia. Rich is rich..
poor is very poor. We are very fortunate for what we have... not only donating,
consider to sponsor a child there. You will save one of them.
[903] veronika
jakarta
like it!
[902] Cheryl Tan
Sinagpore
I happened to chance into your site while searching for mission trips. Your
photos are so well taken and most importantly they are all so real. They really
reflects the TRUTH in life. It was heartbreaking to see these children struggling
with their lifes. I am sharing your site with my frens in my blog and I hope
you do not mind. Thank you.
[901] Karl Johan Rahm
Stockholm,
Sweden
Very strong photos!
Thanks for showing them. I think they can make a difference, somehow.
At the same time there is so much of natural resources and corruption and greed
in Cambodia, so many extremely rich people. All these years of foreign aid,
some 640 million USD a year from the early 90s and up til now, and still so
many poor people. It should be like that. It is about time that something is
done about how the country is run.
I lived in Cambodia in 1997-98, and from late 1999 to 2005. I miss it a lot,
and I want to go back to see all good friends and speak Khmer again. I just
need a job there, so if anyone know of anything, please let me know...
With my best wishes for the future of Cambodia // johan
[900] Hamid
Edmonton,Canada
Nice pics
[899] JMD
USA
Nothing captures the souls of the world better than a camera. Well done.
JMD
[898] joseluis
lal
linea España
buenas fotos. Me me traen bueno srecuerdos de mis viajes a Bali.
[897] Davina Leach
Wapato, Washington, USA
My Son-in-law was born in Cambodia in the 70's his family escaped to a refugee
camp and settled in the united states. He was raised here. He later went to
Bible College and he and my daughter are now Baptist Missionaries to Cambodia,
My grandchildren are going to be raised there on the mission field, no longer
the killing fields.
[896] DR. ONG GEOK QUEE
SINGAPORE
I am a colleague of Rus and believe you know her well. Your photographic skill
is fantastic.
[895] BABE
MECCA
AWW BABE YOU ARE A REALLY GOOD PHOTOGRAPHER.
[894] Jonh
Singapore
Your photos are really bringing the emotions and message across! Self studied?
[893] vary chin
stockholm,
sweden
Thanks for your establishment regarding the reality in Cambodia. They are not
just only photos, all describe the lives over there. According to the photos
i know how you feel, you might do same way as me, so painful and hard to see
all these. Wish people on obligation turn up their way to take more attention
on them with sympathy and help. Vary :)
[892] Derwin Marshall
Boston, USA
I've been to Cambodia, but I've never seen that part. This is so heartbreaking!
[891] Yew Har
Singapore
I am very touched by these pictures you have taken, though they have posted
some time back. How can I donate from Singapore to this orphanage that you talked
about in Cambodia?
Thanks!
[890] BRYAN HOUSE
Oak Park Illinois
Absolutely, impressive photo's. Your photo's really touching and professional.
[889] Alvina Wongsosaputro
Indonesia
Tremendous pictures! It reminds me to my childhood. Me myself is from Indonesia,
Chinese ethnic and I had seen these pictures in life when I was small. I grew
up in middle up family but nearby our residence there was this small trash compounds
where so many little children works out to collecting some valuables goods that
they can found. I always passed the compounds on the way back home. I couldnt
play with them as my parents would not allow me to get close with bacterias
and dirtiness surround. I feel shame that my life different than them, where
I can get the best education with parents money and they are not.
I feel shame that I spent lots money on shoes and clothes, only to look good
in front people. Well, now I will try to think twice before spending money for
fashion. It should worth with other poor people life and not just buy from rich
people to make them richer. It really helps me to open my eyes and heart for
this sad reality.
Anyway, the gap within poor and rich are still exist in Indonesia. It is hard
to change but if people can learn to share with others, it will helps. As our
mindset can shapes the world. Thanks for the beautiful pictures!
[888] Susan Toldam
Denmark
Hi Julian
You are an amazing photographer. The pictures tell stories I can't imagine you've
even thought of yourself. And I can tell from the pictures of the cambodian
people that you love the country and people as much as I do.. (after a very
short visit this december) Thank you for making an effort to see people the
right way.
Susan
[887] V Smith
Tennessee,
USA
All the pictures were fabulous. The are of capturing the harsh realities of
life. These are the things we tend to forget and I saw things that made me sad,
happy, joyful, worried; hopeful. But, most of all it made me realize how the
needy are in every country and affects all walks of life. I will pray for all
of them.
[886] Anne
UK
I found your pictures on google by complete pot luck and i must admit that
they really inspired me. I am going to Bali at the end of this month and the
pics made me want to be there now! I would just like to know if you asked people
before taking pictures of them?
thanks
anne
[885] Rafael G. Mangulabnan
Philippines
great photo that you have very professsional shot.
[884] Perry
Atlanta,
USA
Julian,
Great photos.
As a former refugee from Cambodia myself, I often forgot to recall what was
then - more pre-occupied with other stuff.
Those kids - with our 1st 8 month child, I now appreciate more of what we have
and still cannot understand why there are so many of have not.
Since '79, I have been back once and for one night only - buiness trip via Singapore.
My mom went back earlier this year for her 1st time and passed away on the plane
- on the way back. We just had her 100 day ceremony in VA.
As much as I missed Cambodia and with such sadness after seen the photos. At
the same time, there is frustration in me and the reminder of "back luck/constant
suffering" when doing anything of Cambodia.
Regards,
Perry
[883] zara mahmood
UK
I think we should all help the poor and needy people in the world so they can
be happy 4 1nce!
[882] pawel ladniak
Lublin, Poland
beautiful
[881] offspring
singapore
brilliant eye
[880] BT
Japan
great site, fabulous fotos. keep up the good work, BT
[879] Bariq
Singapore
Hi Julian,
Fantastic heart touching portrayal of the hardships that people in under developed
countries like cambodia face. Its really wonderful that you shed the natural
tendency of going to see the major tourist attractions but inturn went to scoop
something different. Really fantastic work.
From all mytikans i extend to you our appreciation of your work.
Cheers
Bariq
www.mytikas.org
[878] Carolina
Australia
Hi!
My name is Carolina, im studying photography in Australia (are from Sweden).
Thank u for good inspiration. Im going to Bali in aug-sep to do my last portfolio
for this course Im going.
Any tips to where to go on Bali?
[877] Kate Gecolea
Vancouver,
BC, Canada
Dearest Julian,
Thank you thank you thank you for sharing your wonderful photos. They are powerful,
beautiful and heart breaking @ the same time. I should be really sleeping soon
since it's very late and I have to wake up early to work the next day but I
was basically glued to all your Cambodia photos!!!
Traveling to Asia to volunteer is one of my goals for next year once I come
up with enough money and enough guts to go there by myself and venture into
new territory, but just seeing your photos reminded me of why I originally wanted
to go - b/c they can use all the help they need in whatever form, whether that
was monetary, volunteering, or just by you sharing your photos online and helping
people become more aware of it.
Once again, thank you, and hope to see some other new photos soon, wherever
you might be :) (as I will later look at all your other photos :) I hope all
is well for you since it's been a long time since you updated, but please if
you have a chance, please let me know you're alright and will update with new
photos eventually :)
Peace and Respect,
Kate :)
[876] agung
krisna
capsoul band is awesome .. i remember when i see the performance of capsoul...it
was amazing.
go for it capsoul
[875] Todd Bennett
Halifax,
Nova Scotia,Canada
You have some great photos. I really enjoyed looking at them. Great use
of the wide angle lens in a lot of them. How do you like the 5D? I'd love to
hear your comments on that camera.
Todd
http://www.usefilm.com/photographer/68206.html
http://www.pbase.com/jeweller
[874] Fiona Harris
UK
Hi Julian,
I have to say, the photos that you have taken is absolutely stunning. It says
lot about life but yet it is so simplistic.
It portray life beautifully. Images are wonderfully stunning. I really enjoyed
looking at them.
Should have been my wedding photographer! =)
Fiona
[873] jim hawkins
switzerland
Dear Julian
I love your food gallery and i'd very much see it updated, though it's allready
pretty big and therefore it's understandable if you don't feel like it anymore.
Keep up the superb work, best regards, from the snowy mountains, jim hawkins.
[872] Rudi van Starrex
Sydney,
Australia
Good captures on your site Mr. Li - fresh and active.
Cheers,
www.vanstarrex.com
[871] Ally Kay
Sweden
Really fantastic photographs. Looking at your pictures made me feel like I was
right back in Phnom Penh-
I am working with CCH and would really like to get in contact with you.
Please send me an email if you have time.
Kind regards,
Ally
[870] donny phillips
oregon
i want to see more about the crops in china
[869] fathan
jakarta
exotic and futuristic
[868] Michael Bloise
Miami,
USA
I happened upon your photos by accident and was captivated. I thouroughly
appreciate your composition. Well done!
[867] SAMSAK KHUOY
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Dear sir,
I like so much and still indeep my heart about your albume photo . Try to find
the life how to live. Great job.
[866] Courtney C
Irving
Texas
love the photography. how many times did you go to cambodia?
[865] GINA
PLYMOUTH
like pics just poped by so i decided to write this to u
[864] Sophorn
Oregon,
U.S.A.
I just wanted to stop by and said hello. Your photographic skill is very
outstanding. I love each photo you took. Thank you for helping to show another
side of Cambodia to the world.
Thanks,
Sophorn
[863] Mbula S. N.
Pasadena,
USA
Nice pics
AND for post 267 YASHUB, is that you?
[862] Rith By
Tacom,
Washington. USA
Geat photos, I'm glad to see more and more great Cambodian photographers
with vision like you. Thanks for shoring.
Hope everything go well.
Your viewer.
[861] Kim Leine Phok
Québec,
Canada.
Very thank for all these great pictures from Cambodia...They meant alot to me...Me,
one Cambodian living abroad...
klp
[860] Adrian Yao
Taipei,
Taiwan
thanks for showing this to the world
[859] Vasco Casquilho
Lisbon,
Portugal
Hi,
Have you gone back there yet? I would love to send you some stuff to take to
those children.
Maybe even go there.
Txs a lot
www.artimagens.com
[858] Jay Diep
Atlantic
City, New Jersey
Thank you for putting up this great site. I have shown it to many of my
co-workers and they have also recommended to try to contact TV shows like opera
windfrey.
More attention should be raised to help the Khmer people. I will be visiting
Cambodia in 2008.
Thanks,
Jay Diep
609-335-4047
[857] Phuong
HCMC
Hi Julian,
A lot of nice photos I found here in your site. Thanks for posting. Actually,
I work for P&G as well, Vietnam Pantene. Got your name from my boss, Anhul
Chauhan. I also love photography, and do agree with you that it is nothing but
the moment of life that we capture.
Nice day,
Phuong-LB
[856] caroline
singapore
hi julian!
i must really admit that im really impressed with your photographs, though im
not one who's a pro at taking photos.
im currently preparing to go to cambodia for a second community involvement
programme, and you photos and captions has showed me alot about the rubbish
dump.
in particular, i think the photo red and black has v clearly showed the living
conditions of the people there. great job! =)
cheers!
caroline
[855] David
Japan
Nice pics. I want to venture to Thailand too!!!
[854] Alexander Samu
Dresden,
Germany
I like your pictures very well!! thats not just photos from the temple and other
wonderfull things in cambodia thats also pictures from poorness and unjustice
how we can us afford to live and how they can afford.
in 30 th may 2007 i will fly for 1 month down to cambodia and will visit the
country and my father!also with my cam ^^ i´ve got a pentax dl 2!
a lot of days i think how we can or what can i do to help people with such a
life!but its everytime great to see poor people with one dollar or fewer money
for a day and they smile!its so great they smile between garbage and nothing
they smile! i love it ........but in some ways it makes me really sad....
and people with the best car and the newest TV are looking every day pissed
on!!
well i´m just 18 but anyhow i will find anyday a way to help!!!anyhow.........
greetz from the wonderfull dresden......
[853] tracy compean
baton
rouge LA
your pictures moved my soul, and remined me of how greatful i am for the
liberties i take for granted.
[852] Elaine
Singapore
Hi, I chanced upon your site via clubsnap. I am really moved by your photos.
Each of everyone of them has a story to tell... Especially the one taken at
Cambodia. It was as if I am really travelling with you.
I love your shots.. But.. its been a year.. no updates? Pls carry on this passion
and show us more!
[851] Sai Fai
Hong
Kong
Hi Julian,
Nice to view you gallery, Good photo, good feel in your shot.
if you have any new gallery, could you still send me to enjoy!
I am very lucky to sreach you web site!
and I have some question of the 5D, how about the shutter lay time, did you
feel slow or not, and how about the image processing time, is fast or not, it
is because I want to change my camera to Canon 5D ^_^, Thanks a lot!
Sai Fai
[850] Shirley Wong
Portland,
Oregon, USA
Dear Julian,
I would like to say that your photos moved me and they are very beautiful and
stunning.
I just started taking photography seriously, and I am trying to learn the technicalities
of capturing perfect photos under different conditions. I hope you are able
to provide your critique to some of my photos in my personal blog here: www.photographymommy.wordpress.com.
Thank you very much for your time.
Shirley
[849] shafi
london
uk
hey man,
u capture the moment so well, very heart warming, pictures, say alot about someones
life, but the commentry you give with each picture, just makes them alive, and
for us to appreciate the moment more, as seen through the eyes of the photographer..man
such cool job something i'd luv to do..but also contributing as i capture moments
too...keep it up, be good to c more of ya stuff..
tkare man, one luv
[848] Willem Wernsen
The
Netherlands
Beautiful;-))
www.fotowillem.com
[847] Gail Powers
Macckenny,
Florida USA
Dear Julian,
My husband and I just returned to the states from Cambodia. This is our third
trip there, and each time we leave, we have left our hearts in Cambodia. We
now plan to go back to Cambodia as missionaries.One of the goals I have is to
start a orphange. I have looked at your pictures, and they have overwelmed me.
I don't have a lot of money but would be willing to purchase them off of you.
I would be more interested in the ones of the dumb and children at the dump.
The one of the little boy you gave water to brought me to tears. Please let
me know if this is possible. Thank You Gail Powers
[846] Olivera
London
omg i love these pictures they are tuching
[845] Jeslyn See
Singapore
Hi Julian,
I am Julie's frd. She showed me ur web. I just came back from Siam Reap (part
of Cambodia). I went there to see Angkor Wat... And I really see proverty...
I feel so sad seeing the kids and the pple there. but like what u said helpless...
I hope ur site can help to get more attention to pple to help the less fortunate.
Thumbs up!
[844] Al Oakley
Cornwall,
UK
Hey Julian,
Awesome pictures, I've just linked you to my blog at
http://www.bangkokmafia.com
Hope you don't mind
Al
[843] sophea chea
New
York City
Great pics..they're were very touching.
[842] Jen Chan
HK
Hi Julian,
Hope this message finds you well. This is Jennifer Chan, the Project Executive
from IdN. We are now working on a title under Tiger Beer's 2007 Campaign that
aims to showcase emerging Asian artist's modern interpretations of the theme
¡°Translate Your Modern Asia¡±. We would very much like
to invite you to come onboard for the third series of the project- "GOLD".
Apologies that I'm sending you this invitation at your guest book. But I could
only manage to track you down here.
I would love to let you know more about this project and we would really love
for you to get involved if you are interested. Please kindly reply me to my
email. Look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks and regards,
Jen
[841] michelle littlejohn
piqua
ohio usa
Dear Julian,
Thank you for your candid pictures. My friend and I are planning a trip to Phnom
Penh in July 2007. Can we take shoes to the dump site? How many people did you
see there? I was thinking maybe we could take bottled water and as many pairs
of shoes we can --- not enough, I'm sure... do you think if we took shoes it
would become a stampede? Thoughts? We would also like to visit the orphanage
and leave a donation if possible. Michelle
[840] ThanhTam Pham
Ha
Noi, Vietnam
Hello Julian,
I really love your photos in Vietnam. I'm doing a research on "Foreigners'
culture shocks coming to Vietnam". And I know that you had many experiences
in Vietnam. So could you help me give more information about your experience?
Thank you very much,
Thanh Tam
[839] Lucy
Italy
Hi!
i'm searching "hiro" in google ('cause i'm seeing an american serie
with a character with this name,and i really like him ^^"), and i found
your website..and...woow...you're very great,you know?
i really love your photos,the colors are wonderfull..ok now you have an italian
fan^^!i keep seeing your photos!
sorry for my english^^""
bye!
*Lù*
[838] Sara Hasnain
Edmonton,
AB, Canada
i lov the pics,,,taken pretty well,,, that country sure is totally messed
up,,,,
i feel bad ,,,n sorry for the kids,,,
[837] nor firdous
malaysia
hello there!! i'm really impressed with the pictures.. its not only about
a picture but in every shoot, i can feel that u put ur heart& ur determination
into it.. what i can say... it is cool!!!
i almost cry seeing little fellow with dirty faces,poor people with lack of
hygiene.. made me feel really thankful for being who i am rite now.. thank you=)
ganbatte!!
[836] Rick Sharp
United
States
Thanks, Julian!! The photos are great, and do a wonderful job of bringing
out the humanity, hopes, and dreams of these beautiful people. I am scheduled
to go to Cambodia in July on a missions trip. Especially after seeing your photos,
I look forward to bringing them a little bit of the love of Jesus Christ!
[835] Mandy
Singapore
Hi Julian,
I chanced across your website while looking for photos of Bali, which i just
returned from.
You take excellent photos and really manage to capture the feel and heart of
people. They are very poignant and powerful photos. Do you do this for a living?
Mandy
[834] Jimmu
France
Hi and Thanks for these photos. What emotions! Children, smile, poverty
but also Hope are shown. Good Job.
[833] Wang Zhendong
Tianjin
China
First,thank you for tell us a true Cambodian children ,I'm very pity for
them ,but I'm a student now,can't earn money for a while,but I want to be a
volunteer to try my best to help the orphans in my summer vacation,but I don't
know how can I do that,and where orphanage need volunteer.Can you tell me ?
Thank you.
Good luck!
[832] lia
semarang,
indonesia
beautiful and fantastic pictures you have taken!!
[831] Huseyin Ovayolu
Gazianteb
- Turkey
hi my photographer friend!
you are very very succesfully photographers!
i want meet you!
please contact me!
ok?
see you !
regards!
husseino
www.huseyinovayolu.com
[830] Jeff Parriott
Omaha
, Nebraska, USA
Fantastic pics - I just returned from a week in bali - you did capture the
people of bali, nice work , thank you
Jeff
[829] Agnes, Ahn
South
Korea
Hello! I'm Korean, Student
Your photos are so nice, I want to save and use them.
Thank you.
[828] Lavina
Jakarta
Love your photos. Photos taken with heart...touch many hearts.
[827] San Kim
CALIFORNIA,
USA
Dear Julian,
I am writing to express my sincere apprication on your great work on this project
in Cambodia.
What is your impression in general on the country and her futhure?
Looking forward to hear from you.
Best, San
[826] charles martellaro
new york, USA
Spectacular pictures and a good narrative. What was your favorite lens for shooting
these pictures.
[825] Thear
Medicine
Hat, AB Canada
Your photos are really good, I will go there one day soon.
[824] jashie fishie
penang ,malaysia
it very nice...if can get me more this type gallery..look forward to it ..keep
the nice works on.
[823] Dara Chheng
La
Mirada, California
Your photos realy touch my heart.I have leaved there once, so I know how
it is there. Please let me know how I got help. I don't have much, every lettle
thing help.
Thank you,
Dara Chheng
[822] gela bedianashvli
Rustavi,
Georgia
really really really great job. nicelly done dude go on like that it was
fool of emotions thanks
[821] prakan
Carlsbad,
CA
Hi, I just looked at your photo gallery and I thought it was moving.
We tend to forget about our homeland when we have been living here in America,
clean, fed, and clothed. Even if they weren't the lasted fashion trend, we were
clothed. The poor here pretty much can get a hot meal and items of clothing
if they choose to. But there, its like there isn't a choice to even go and get
cold food. or a pair of shoes.
It is so sad. My sadness too turns into anger. I feel if the government isn't
as corupt, perhaps Cambodians can have a chance. And not enough advocates to
help steer Cambodians in that direction of over throwing the government or something.
I know, it's easier said than done. But it's just one of those things you just
have to say!
Thank you for sharing your pictures.
[820] Julie Lockman
Your
photo's are stunning. I cried when i saw the photo of the baby who needed to
be held and loved.
I was in Cambodia in 2004 and have never been the same since. It is a place
I hope to return to,
Thanks for taking photo's such as this.
Best,
Julie
[819] chris ham
burnsville,
Minnesota, USA
I've just spent over an hour on this page looking and reading, and then
going back to look again ... it was worth every second
I really enjoyed your commentary and your photo's were honestly terrific - by
the time I was finished, I almost felt like I had been there
the pictures you took did't seem 'common' ... they were more genuine somehow
and VERY much like photo's I might have taken in your place
wonderful job ... I'm off to visit your Cambodia page, thanks for putting these
online, I've really enjoyed them
Chris from Minnesota
[818] Farida Chehata
Los
Angeles, California
Your pictures are amazing. They have the capacity to immediately capture
the viewer and they emanate a depth of emotion that is both touching and saddening.You're
very talented. Thank you for the opportunity to view a piece of others' lives
I would otherwise not have.
[817] Krina
U.S
This is a verry sad situation. It makes me sad to know that this is happening
in our beutifull planet.
[816] Dimitre Ivanov
San Francisco, USA
I visited Cambodia two years ago and saw some of the poverty there, but I never
really know it was that bad. Your pictures are moving and I hope more people
see them and help those poor people. I had my company sponsor medical care projects
for poor countries and hope others do so too.
[815] Mr. Anders Loof
Exapt,
now in Korea
Hello Julian,
I am an expat, orginally from Sweden but now halfway through a 3-year assingment
in Korea. I have spent last 14 years in different countries, including first
half of those in California. I have lived in 9 countries and been to a total
of 35.
Traveling to developing world teach us something, as also observed in your photos.
My reflection from my own travels is similar to yours initially... then... my
mind begain and did think. When I travel to poor country I am frequently greeted
by smiles, friendliness, generousity and respect. If I travel to rich country
I am greeted by the opposite and greed. It has led myself to think what is life,
and what life I seek. It is important with balance, somewhere between rich and
poor perhaps... or perhaps what poor people can teach us are values and happiness.
Actually I have come to think they can teach us more than we can teach them!
Surpricing, it is not, with how we from rich countries are geared to believe
we are best. Not really I think.
At first we wish to change them into who we are, right? But... the truth is
perhaps the change that they make on us... on our inside is far deeper. Material
is only material. Sure, it good with some... but if we bring that to the poor,
then their values will be forgotten... Life is life... there are so many poor
countries out there... traveling with camera in them is like seeing the essence
of life and of people... while rich country is rather boring perhaps, at least
that is my reflection.
Above is just my writing. I was in Cambodia last year also, but only to Ankor.
I have been to many poor places in Asia, also Africa and Peru. The good side
is also that they bring us the possibility of cheaper travels than rich country...
and if we can touch those people with our own dignity,
[814] James Freeman
UK
Brilliant Moving Images
[813] Laimonas Stasiulis
preston,
england
This is a very emotional gallery... have to say it nearly made me cry...
[812] Herb Dunn
Bakersfield,
CA - USA
Absolutely incredible photography. You have told a story that we all need
to think about. Thanks so much for your work and sharing it with us.
[811] Craig
New
Zealand
Amazing but very sad images, the image Dazed just jumped out at me
[810] Dee
USA
Your photos touched me deeply.
[809] Laura Lee Hubbard
Borden,
USA
It really is very sad to see these pictures of the children. I have 6 children
of my own and all they think about is what they are going to get. They dont
worry about anything these cambodian children worry about.. I am not rich or
anything like that but I would like to offer some help... I can send shoes and
clothes. where do I send them to? I will also donate money to the orphanage.Maybe
someday these children will no longer have to live this way...Laura
[808] Xay Vang
San
Diego, USA
I love your photos and the stories behind. I'm really touched.
[807] Chad Soriano
Tampa,FL,
USA
Great Pics! I just spent 3 weeks in the Phillipines with the family and the
inlaws. Had the same issues like you. I literally just arrived back to the states.
Email me. I will talk to you soon.
[806] Jose Reyes
California, USA
Hi,
You did an excellent job capturing the spirit of these people in Cambodia. I
can almost feel the hardship of life but at the same time, they are still happy.
I myself was born in South East Asia(Philippines). Life can also be tough there
as well. I would like to visit one day and caputure the day to day life there.
Thanks for sharing these photos. Great job again.
Regards,
Jose Reyes
Discovery Bay Photography
www.DiscoveryBayPhotography.com
[805] Amin Sabet
Baltimore,
US
I try to avoid things like what you posted. When the "save the children"
commercial comes on TV, I change the channel faster than anything. I started
looking at your photos thinking they would be some nice typical tourist pics
and really got caught by surprise. I went from enjoying the photos technically,
to feeling guilty, to feeling critical of you, to feeling very sad, then more
guilt, then donating. I doubt I will publicize this further outside of this
thread, but I just might. I have no technical or ethical criticisms for you.
If I donated, I think it's safe to say you've probably made a lot of money for
that place by posting this - after all, I almost never give any poor person
money unless I can put it in their hand (basic distrust that the money will
get to the intended poor person). Congratulations on helping these children.
[804] GARY MEYER
WYOMING,
MINNESOTA USA
very nice photograpy very nice and it does tell a story
a sad story it made me feel sad not many photos make me feel anything hope you
do some more
gary
[803] lucinda
ottawa
OH MY GOD THE PICTURE OF THE BABY ALL ALONE MADE ME CRY
[802] michael hinsberger
calgary
ab canada
I really enjoyed your photo galleries. they were very real and didn't show
only one side of the coin so to speak, but all sides ,good,bad,happy,sad, beautiful
and ugly.I really intend to visit this site again thank you very much.
[801] Mike
san
diego, USA
Thanks for sharing your photos and story. I have learned something more about
Vietnam. I am thinking to go there for a visit in 2008.
Thanks again....
Mike
[800] roberto tassinari
padova
Italy
your work is very very good !
compliments
best regard
Roberto
[799] Cassandra
Indiana,
USA
You are very talented.
[798] Steve Elliott
Little
Rock, AR, USA
I love your pictures. I am an amature photographer and just cant wait to
travel and send images to people who would never be able to see them in person.
Thanks for your captions, it makes me want to keep seeing more
[797] roger fournier
oignies,france
I really enjoy visiting your galleries found by chance on my review of 5d
at noendpress site, a lot of love is shining there, have a great 2007 year.
[796] Meira Kindling
Devon,
UK
Wow, I went to Thailand for 2 weeks trekking and sightseeing with a group
from my college. We went to Chiang Mai as well. Did you travel around the Chiang
Dao park, or just Chiang Mai? And did you go to the Elephant village?
[795] Mark Fuqua
Parkton, MD USA
Moving pictures. For my own curiosity and vague sense of a plan to help,
what percentage of primary and university students there speak english? I assume
it is very low.
Thank you for sharing.
Mark
[794] Mariel Clark
Bangkok
I am so impressed by the photos you have on your site. I just came back from
a week in Bali and I must say you have truly captured the spirit of the island.
I love the poignant shot of the old lady, as I felt the same seeing so many
locals' livelihood threatened by the decline in tourism. As the t-shirt says...
I hope tourists would return to Bali, and I hope they spend a lot to help the
local economy when they do!
[793] santosh kumar
Hyderabad,India
i felt very happy on seeing ur photos, which represent the culture over
that area. I wish u to update ur gallerius in future
[792] Monica van der Weele
Zurich,
Switzerland
Thank you for bringing the lives of these communities to our attention,
in such a personal and poignant manner.
It must have been very hard to witness these scenes.
I have just looked at the photo gallery with my seven year old son.
He now realizes that being able to go to school is a privilege - not a given.
With appreciation,
Monica, Switzerland
[791] K
las
vegas, nv
Your pictures are excellent, moving, and tell a powerful and interesting
story.
[790] some one like you....call me Ray
canada
Zahra is a great person. She's educated and knows what suffering means. Hope
she can take the message across... .
zahra.ziaie@gmail.com
[789] Mikael Persson
Burbank
Ca
i thank u.. i usually do not care for, well actually i guess i just dont
stop 2 look. but your pictures and your easy flowin words just took me away...so
thank u...btw i came across your page by using the stumble from mozilla
[788] Ralf
Frankfurt,
Germany
Hey Julian,
great work, your pictures and your web style!
I found your site over a thread in dpreview.com.
We both share some similarities, so i decided to write you an email:
I spend and I am still spending a lot of time in Asia especially in Singapore
for the last two years.
Here is a link to a web gallery:
www.tilard.com/cambodia
www.tilard.com/vietnam
www.tilard.com/bohol
The Singapore Gallery is still under construction, but will be comming soon...
Would be nice to hear some comments from you!
Maybe we can meet, we I am in Singapore the next time.
Regards
Ralf
[787] Andrew Roberts
Adelaide,
Australia
Feels like I'm walking around the streets of Vietnam and Cambodia. You have
a great eye for life.
It is tragic that people have so little in some parts of the world, and yet
you can still see happiness in some of their faces...
[786] Sebastian
Madrid,
Spain
Thank you
[785] Chan
Fresno,
USA
Your pictures are wonderful. Every inspiring and delightful.
[784] Collin Sam
USA
How can I help?
[783] Cuong Mac
Seattle,
US
Hi Julian,
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. The pictures are awsome, I love
them all. I really admire your work.
[782] Yuli Maria
Singapore
Hi Julian,
They are good shots! I love your 'tell-a-story' pics which contain people/animal
in it. Glad to find your site. Regards.
[781] Jme
Boston
that was very touching thank you for reminding me that we really do take advatage
of everything we have.. i will definately do everything in my power to help
people like that.
[780] Soffy
Singapore
Hi Julian,
I'm Soffy, Clarissa's friend, we met on her birthday.
I loved your photos, do let me know, when you will go to Cambodia, I want to
donate for those children. GBU.
[779] melissa hinds
Belton
Texas
The pictures that you took really got to me. I have been reading some things
about Cambodia lately and it is very disturbing. I am sure that you are very
aware of child prostitution in Cambodia. Are the authorities ever going to do
anything about the horrible situation there? I was also wondering about the
little boy that you photographed at the dump. He looked like he was about 3
years of age. Do you know if he had anyone taking care of him or no? I just
want to save all of those children, it upsets me so much to see them live the
way they are living. My kids have no idea how good they have it. Hopefully I
will be able to teach them how to give to people that really need help. How
can I help?
[778] Carel Schutte
Holland
Julian, I'm waiting for new photo's taken by your creative eyes.
If you have time, take a look at my new serie about Cuba.
www.carelschutte.nl
greetings Carel.
[777] Marisol
Medford,
Oregon
hey!..i jsut wanted to let u know that i was really touched by your pictures..It
really inspires me to go there and help kids out..ever since i was little i've
wanted to become a prediatrian and wanted to travel around the world and help
those who NEED the help..and I still do..right now im 15 years old. but i still
want to help out ..so plz keep in touch with me on my email..thnx!
[776] Jayne Goh
Singapore
Hi, i'm a 2nd year nus student, got your link from a fellow philosophy classmate
of mine. I'm making a trip down to phnom penh and siem reap alone from 2-9 Jan
2007. Would you be heading down anytime soon? This is in response to possible
collections of old toys, clothes, etc. If you have any collected items perhaps
I could bring it down for the kids? my msn is tis_jayne@hotmail.com, or you
could call me at 91013399.
[775] Serj
Strasbourg,
France
You did a great job here!
These pictures of these people digging in the dump are awesome.
Cruel world we are livin'in.
Serj
[774] smith julien
vietnam
saigon / hanoi
Hi, I live in vietnam,I am french, I am photographer and architect...
I like your shoot, bcs I know all those places already and it is nice to see
that with another eyes than mine !
maybe we can exchange feeling sensation and comments...
I have few pict too but do not put them online yet except a few there... but
i am lazy with website...
www.matmeo.com
hen gap lai nha
julien
[773] Chris Lie
Indonesia
Hi Julian, I'm Chris the comic guy. Finally I have a chance to check out your
website since I just got my internet access at home last week.
Your photos are beautiful man, I think you should do a photography exhibition
and see how people's feedback.
I personally like the Cambodia's section although I'm very sad to see them.
I don't know much about photography, but I can relate and appreciate the nice
compositions in your works. Very nice work man.
I will check your site regulary and hope to see you again someday.
[772] Bryan Stephenson
Hamamatsu,
Japan
Some excellent photography, thank you for sharing. I have only been to rural
northern Cambodia around Angkor Wat and between Siem Riep and Poipet. I had
only read about that famous trash dump, so it was interesting to see such great
shots, even if the subject material is disheartening. I thought I'd pass along
some info about a non-profit organization some of my fellow foreigners in Japan
have going. The Pepy Ride (http://www.pepyride.org/the_pepy_ride.html)
raises money to build schools and also to donate bicycles to rural children
who would otherwise have no way to get to school. Just thought it might interest
you...
Thanks again.
Bryan Stephenson
texuguinho@gmail.com
[771] Kunthea Prum
Malden,
USA
Thanks for sharing your visionary photography. I've personally known such
poverty as well, and it move me deeply. I've done more than my fair share to
help poor people in Cambodia, giving thousands of dollars every year to various
causes. But after seeing this, I know I need to do much more.
[770] Sophia Sour
Minnesota,
USA
I really enjoyed your website. I was born in Cambodia but raised here in
America. My family are all here. We are very fortunate to escape the killing
fields. Just a couple of months ago I just saw a picture of my father for the
first time. I am 34 years old and couldn't remember how he looked. Unfortunately
my family got his picture through the killing fields archive in Tuol Sleng.
For a couple of weeks I was numbed trying to sort out emotions. I really wanted
to find out what the truth was. Until now I can't phathom the idea of what went
on with the torturing of civilians during the killing fields. I feel saddness
when I glance at my father's picture in passing. My son recently asked me to
explain to him how his grandfather died. I told him when he is ready then I
will tell him. He is only 4 1/2yrs old. I am not exaggerating but he is one
smart little guy.
My family actually four of us--myself, my sister, my mom and my aunt are doing
fundraising to help the people out in Cambodia. I am sending the money that
we have raised to create a water well. Then my mother wanted to build a school
for the children in Battombong. I told her that it is in Oprah's league with
that one since I can't come up with enough ideas to raise that much money. The
funny thing is that it would only be pocket change for Oprah.
Sorry I wrote a book but thank you for what you are doing to help. Let me know
if there is anything you have questions about.
[769] Noliak Hong
Dallas,
USA
To Whom It May Concern,
Hello my name is Noliak Hong, I'm interested in finding out more on how I can
help these children. What are my options and how can i find more information
about this organization? Please email me at Noliak79 @ yahoo.com. I would be
most greatful.
Thank you ~ have a good day!
[768] Jon Chung
Orange,
Ca 92868
I feel so sorry for our people. I wish we can do better things to help them
overcome every obstacle they're facing everyday lives.
I am so touch when i see those kids, men and women doing what they doing that
we don't do here. I take this moment to give them a blessing and hope their
lives will be better.
[767] Justin
Cleveland,
United States
I just wanted to say that those picture were absolutly amazing. I dont know
if this site is still running but I felt compelled to say something. I am currently
doing a research project for a college class on Cambodia/South East Asia and
was blown away by your photos. I never knew that those were the conditions for
many of the people, let alone kids. Again thank you for showing me a different
perspective on Cambodia. These images will influence my paper greatly!
[766] Jenn
KL
Your
photographs are awesome. The way you capture pure emotions and the stark reality...
Much respect.
*Big-up!*
[765] Jason Lim
Singapore
Hi Julian,
Your pictures are really beautiful.
You have a great eye for detail.
Like yourself I too felt the pain of the people there.
I fell in love with the country and now, I have just opened a small guesthouse
in Siem Reap, employing only Cambodians.
Like everyone else, these gentle people deserve the right to be here.
Bill Gates won't be bothered but guys like you and me, can make that difference.
Keep up the great work, your pictures are a real inspiration.
If you have more, do please let me know.
Best regards,
Jason
[764] Wayd Harris
Usa
You WILL make the difference.
[763] mardizone
boston,ma
it broke my heart as i shed tearz in my eyez 2c dat dumpster-boy...i shall
return 1day 2da place i hardly knew...a place dat we all called 'home sweet
home'....god blez those children....good effort w/ those pix....ur warmest n
carin'-heart rockin me dearly....
[762] giana aleah zulkafli
malaysia
hi, im heading off to cambodia & i really have enjoyed the picture's
youve put up especially the downside of the country. I really would like to
help donate some clothes or do something since i am visiting. could u recommend
where and e-mail me about it. thank you!
[761] Erin
shoreline,
usa
Great photos!! I just returned from Bali & saw all that beauty in person!
Thanks
[760] Vernon Cheek
Punta
Gorda, Florida USA
I am interested in what camera and lens you were using. I am assuming it
is a high end Canon since you are getting full frame effect from your wide angle.
I have a D10 and L lenses (only one has IS)
I am debating between the D30 and the D5.
Enjoyed your images. I went to India twice in the early 90's and Lonely Planet
was litrally my bible.
[759] Len Gilbey
United
Kingdom (England)
Incredible photographs. Warming, jolly, funny, heartbreaking, tearjerking....you
name it!...the full spectrum, and I thought I could take good pictures.
I learned a great deal from your shots, and I learnt a lot more about myself.
Hopefully it will help me take better pictures in the future, and better yet,
make me a nicer person. From now on I will look more closely at the lives of
the people I photograph.
Many thanks,
Len.
(many of your photos and comments moved my wife Judy to tears, and dare I say
it, myself also)
[758] matt concannon
columbia,
missouri, USA
Julian, I don't know what your career is, but you are a talented photographer.
Your pictures from Cambodia were very touching-- It prompted me to make a donation
to the CCH orphantage for $1000. Thanks for telling these kids' story.
Matt
[757] matt concannon
columbia,
missouri, USA
Very nice pictures and text-- made me want to go to Viet Nam.
Thanks
[756] sklo
Miri,
Sarawak, Malaysia.
Mr. Daisaku Ikeda in his poem to Robert and Cornell Capa:-
A single photograph
- portrait of the moment -
is an inexhaustible epic,
a living tale beyone words
superior to a hundred volumes
written and fixed.
A photograph
is consciousness painting,
the instant's art that opens
on the unbounded vistas
of the inner life.
Your photographs are dialogs between hearts. Good works and I wish you can have
your own photo exhibition in one day.
[755] Bryan Wells
Salem,
Oregon, U.S.A.
Very very moving photos Julian, I am very impressed. Very nice photographs
technically speaking as well; I'm glad to see you are using a Canon 5D because
I am saving up for one right now. Nice to see the kind of quality that camera
puts out. Keep up the good work!
Sincerely, Bryan Wells
[754] Paul Howard
Cornwall
Amazing pictures, At the age of 72 I have now started trying to take picures
instead od 'snaps'
i have bought a really good digital camera but still end up taking snaps!
Your pics encourage me to take more care, thanks for sharing them
Paul
[753] enrico sacco
ravenna, italy
some shots very interesting, well done. Also, continue to shot and show poverty
and misey around the world, will contribute to help relief this global problem.
[752] George Gvalia
Georgia;
Tbilisi
hi,
i realy liked photos. truth some of them are very sad and depresing but still.
just wanted to thank you for shareing your experiense with us.
Im not a professional photgtapher, its a hobby for me.
thanks again...
[751] Fabian Reynoso
Sylmar,USA
You have a great gift, thank you for sharing these images with us. :)
[750] Elvira
Kazakhstan
Dear Julian,
Thanks for filling the internet world with such a beautiful pictures! I really
enjoyed viewing them.
I think you have something to see also in Russia and Kazakhstan and can have
more interesting shots then!
Finally I found out that the modern Chinese wedding is similar to ours and that's
great! Wish you all the best!
My best regards,
Elvira
[749] Brian Timmins
Penzance,
UK
Beautifully crafted photographs...
...it's a pity about your titles.
Get someone to write your English for you.
Best regards, Brian
[748] anish babu verghese
Riffa,
Kingdom of Bahrain
Inspiring.
[747] Andreas
Greece
I see a lot of travelling photography pages but I really liked yours. They
are not "just-artistic-like-made-only-to-impress" but real photos
that give the feeling of the place, and also artisticaly successful.. I do take
photographs when I travel but since I never travel alone, very few of my photos
are this level. Wish you to continue like that...
[746] Shannon Siracuse
Whittier,
CA - United States
Thank you so much for sharing these beautiful pictures (and helpful commentary)
of two countries filled with such amazing people. The beauty is breathtaking.
[745] Chen Roufang
U.S.
Arizona
These pictures are wonderful! I am glad you took these pictures because I really
get to see how Cambodia really looks like instead of imagining it… you
pictures are great keep up the good work.
[744] Mary Kundert
Mountain
View, USA
Hello Julian,
I have browsed many different travel logs, and yours has been the most enjoyable.
Great photos, plus the wonderful added plus of wonderful captions.
Thanks for sharing!
~Mary
[743] adam
USA
an exceptional website. your photos are quite moving and capture the real
spirit of the countries you visited. kudos.
[742] Gianluca Chiarenza
Italy
Great!
the photos are simply fantastic, compliments!
[741] Weiwen
Singapore
Hi Julian,
I just got back from Siem Reap a couple of days ago; I was there to visit the
famous Angkor Wat.
Like most visitors to the country, I was really taken aback by the abject poverty
that consumed the place. I saw kids bathing in mud ponds after a rain, women
squatting by the dusty roadsides selling vegetables, beggars swarming tourists
with their pleas...I guess I don't have to highlight more examples as you have
seen them yourself and captured them so vividly with your lens.
Your photos are really good, and they really embody the stark poverty which
the Cambodians face in their everyday life. As you have mentioned in one of
your captions, what is really heartbreaking is the fact they revel in simple
moments of pure happiness and play admist the devasting conditions they are
in.
I believe most tourists to Angkor Wat take away another important lesson with
them, and that is the world can certainly do more to help these poor cambodians.
[740] Luis Trujillo
Culiacan,
Mexico
This pictures brought tears to my eyes, specially the one of the little girl
in the tree. Tonight I'll go home early from work and kiss and hug my little
daughter like never before.
Thank you.
[739] gordon stubbs
brisbane
australia
julian,i spent most of my working life travelling around
asia, your photos have brought back some very special
memories.
[738] kim melia
australia
Wow it was so great to look at the amazing photos that instantly bring me
back to bali. I was last in bali the week after the 2005 bombings. Very sad
to see what the damaged it has done to the balinese economy. Still amazing poeple,
culture and faith. Thanks again Kim
[737] Wing Yen Cheung
UK
Julian, I feel really sad after looking at your photos, you're so brave to go
through the experience in Cambodia, all my respect!
Take care of yourself in Singapore and let us know when u visit UK :)
[736] Joseph Viste
Tel
Aviv, Israel
I was just in Cambodia this summer, these images really capture the optomism
of the Cambodians despite their modern history and everyday struggle. Incredible
country. Great pictures and words.
[735] Dominic
Vancouver,
Canada
Great photos!
[734] Brian Borell
Massillon, Ohio USA
Thank you so much for the beautiful photography. It truly is amazing how you
were able to capture such beauty in the most horrifying circumstances. You are
not only an artist but a healer in ways you may never truly understand. I will
be donating to the orphanage because of your photos as I am sure hundreds of
others will and have. Good Luck in all your endeavors.
Sincerely,
Brian Borell
Koiya Creations - Go With Love!
[733] Caroline
Fairfax,
USA
Your photos are incredible - in style and in content. They're eye opening,
raw, and completely real. Keep up the excellent work.
[732] SL
Nimes,
France
Wow,
Your pictures absolutely left me flattened. I am very touched. Thank you.
[731] alicia
waterloo,
ontario
amazing photography, inspirating
and heartaching.
thank you for deciding to share.
[730] Dave Therio
Newalla,
Oklahoma, United States
Hello Julian.
I am a sophomore in Highschool.
Your gallery of Cambodia was very deeply reaching to me.
thank you for sharing this with us.
it makes me think of all the things I take for granted.
God Bless your work,
In Christ,
Dave Therio
[729] FaithC
Slovakia
I am thrilled and touched. Thank you for your pictures and heart full of
love for people of Cambodia. I have been only in Thailand but that meant to
me so much -as you wrote, it changed my set of values very much.
Take care, and I hope you will once get back there - ánd bring also finances
there from people who have money but no goal or mission.
[728] Cedric Steven Irving
Sacramento,
USA
It's good that you brought this to light. I admire your desire to travel
and see for yourself what "truth" is. Your perception of reality is
much more precise than anyone here, in the States.
[727] ewan martin quirk
richmond
british columbia canada
thank you very much for sharing these photographs and for reminding me how
lucky I am and how much responsibilty i carry for my brothers and sisters, peace
and love in faith
[726] Petar Zelenovic
Belgrade,
Serbia
It's nice that someone does try to help those people. I only didn't like
one comment that you made about religion:
"I wanted to stay off talking about sensitive issues like religion, but
I saw this makeshift worship alter made out of corrugated iron. It made me wonder
about what drives people to think that a higher power exists in such a forsaken
place like this rubbish dump."
It is definitely a rubbish dump, but for example Vatican is far from a dump,
it is washed in gold, but for many the question of how can one believe that
there exists a higher power in such a place still rings.
I don't want to state anything about Vatican in particular, I just think that
the richness of the altar does not necessarily imply the divine presence.
In any case,
I hope you will succeed in your mission to help these poor people.
Best Regards,
Petar Zelenovic
[725] davidv
uk
thanks for sharing this with the world.. i have 3 kids who think that they
are badly off if they dont get the latest trainers/xbox etc.. will be showing
them your pictures..
[724] Karen Sadowski
Snohomish,
WA
I can't believe you saw so much and took so many amazing photographs in
only 2 days. Most importantly, I bookmarked the orphanage's website and will
be making a contribution shortly. Thank you so much for this.
[723] John Bonner
Houston,
TX, USA
While these are very moving photographs, why not sprinkle in a little hope
instead of only despair.
[722] clare
eastbourne
england
wow... thank you, what an eye opener, i am a disabled person i suffered
spinal injury 6 years ago and havent recoverd, your website has just given me
the kick up the arse i needed, when i have some money i will donate to the orphanage
and see how i can help.
those kids have made me very ashamed.
[721] John Gallino
New
Milford, NJ, USA
Your work is amazing. I'm only 17 now, but I dream to someday travel the
world and take pictures of the people of other societies like you do.
You should, (if you haven't already. I don't know much about you) try to get
a book published with your photos from your travels. I'd be sure to buy it!
[720] Joel Magnusson
Worcester,
MA, US
Beautiful pictures...you had me crying halfway down the page. Thank you
for putting these online. People, espeically americans and europeans, need to
see what the rest of the world outside of our bubble is really like. and then
maybe we will learn to share.
Joel
[719] Natalie Juhlke
Fonthill,
Ontario, Canada
These photos are amazing. Not only in an artistic form but the way you've
captured the emotions and pain of the people in Cambodia. It makes me sad that
there are millions of people in the world and the ones who could spare some
extra money never do anything for people in need; like the people in Cambodia.
You've done an excellent job exposing the poverty level in Cambodia. People
should do something about it, so no child has to drink dirty water or eat stale
bread or walk without shoes or go without medical attention.
Thank you for taking the time and exposing yourself to a world full of pain
and suffering. You've definitely left an impact on myself and I'll definitely
share this with others to expose what's really going on and what we need to
do in order to fix this, either by sending games or donations.
Thank you.
[718] Jordan
Seattle,
WA, USA
You have a real gift for photography. Thanks for sharing your experiences with
me.
[717] conor buckley
Ireland
lovely work, keep it up
[716] Martijn van der Bas
Den
Bosch, Holland
Hi,
Just a few months ago I spent some time visiting Cambodia and other countries.
Indeed, mostly caused by the civil war and- caused by that- a lac of education
and development, a LOT of poor people in this country. This you only will see
when you arrange your own transport, because if you just visit the highlights
like Siem Reap you won't see what the country really is like.
I remember one time having a flat tire with my push bike. Fortunately very friendly
(and poor) people managed to arrange the hardware to fix my tire, putting me
in the shadow of a tree and offering me a drink.
When my tire was fixed, I insisted on paying them a small amount of money to
show them my gratitude but they wouldn't accept more then about 1 USD! Oh I
love those people and it hurts to realize that every day people die in this
country because of a lac of food and because of the land mines!
Next time when you're waiting in the cue of a fast food restaurant, just realize
for a moment the luxury and the welfare we're living in and consider donating
only a small amount of money to help this people.
[715] Erik Steinhardt
Miami,
USA
i enjoyed your page. Although i would donate, i am currently sending funds
to a refugee camp in india. however i will post the orphanage picture (with
your permission) on my site with a link so others can donate.
please email me if this is okay.
[714] Chris C
Reading
UK
A powerful and evocative that every person should be made to read through. Excellent
work
[713] Ellen McCleery
Walla
Walla, WA
I found this website after using the "stumble" button on my mozilla
browser. Your photos are extremely beautiful and haunting. Thank you for allowing
other people to see them. How would one send money to the orphanage?
[712] Maia Averyl Call
Washington,
North Carolina, USA
These pictures are starkly beautiful...and painful in their clarity and
the illumination they shed on the pitiful plight of so much of our world. I
am too young to do anything, I think to myself, too young to make a difference
here, but these children, almost infants, are out working for their existance.
It really makes me wonder, am I really too young? Or should not the children
of the world instead shoulder the burden of improving the world, for we can
still dream grand dreams and perhaps we should be the heralds of a new age,
as we are the future. We have not yet become lost in our own self absorbance,
we still see how much can be done by a single pair of hands, and we can be those
hands. I don't yet know what I can do to directly help these people, this world,
but indirectly I will do all I can to make others have a life as worth living
as mine.
[711] alfredo chizzoni
roma,
italy
Dear julian, my deep thanks and congratulations for your work. I'm sure
you had real intense days in Cambodia and your commitment to children is evident.
Thanks again for sharing, I'll try to help as possible
Alfredo Chizzoni, Roma
[710] Andrew
Oregon,
USA
Wow.
it is amazing.
[709] Jan B
Malaga,
Spain
Hi,
Some fantastic photos there..! It shows excactly how beautiful and how destoyed
this country is.
My emotional spectre was definitely on high and lows..!
Most important was the last pictures, because no one really understands how
this life is for these kids, neither me, but it shure helped me understand,
that living in the western world, sometimes is a priviliege that you take for
granted.
I have deep respect for your pictures and what you did to inform the rest of
us.
Best Regards
Jan
[708] Lili Bale
Rancho Mirage, CA USA
It was good to see
[707] Al
Brisbane
Australia
Thanks very much.
I am amazed by the way you have managed to capture the people in the rubbish
tip - honest, open, raw.
I am about to travel to Cambodia in a few weeks. This gave me some great insights
(compared with Travel Books). I lived in Bangkok for 18 months - I love the
way you captured this place in such a short period of time.
[706] Howard Lancaster
Elkhorn,
Wisconsin, USA
"Loved the pictures" just doesnt seem to be the right phrase ......
More "I felt the pictures". I moved to USA from Europe many years
ago ....... I know about poverty, I know about hard times, I know about despair
..... You made so many raw comments in your narrative of the pictures, it was
almost like watching you grow.
Thank you for taking the time to put your pictures up for the world.
Good luck on your journey.
Howard.
[705] Rachel
Singapore
Moving images... Nice work.
[704] Joseph Gentry
Phoenix,
AZ, United States
Thank you for reminding me of my disgusting, materialistic nature. Its so
humbling knowing that there are people that get by on a dollar a day and I'm
worried about making 5 times the minimum U.S. wage per hour. If you know of
any, I would be interested in learning ways of helping beyond simple donations.
Thank you,
Joe
[703] Allison Rossi
USA
Such touching pictures, it really is a shame that so many families have
to live the way that they do. Sometimes I wish I could do something to help,
but I'm too young and my family is not doing so good financialy, but I still
wish I could do something to help. Hopfully some of those children will have
a good future and be able to make a change in the place that they live.
[702] Sam Lovett
Brighton, England
I just came across your website while using StumbleUpon on firefox, and i just
wanted to say that these shots are really incredible. More emotive than anything
i've ever seen before.
[701] Dawn Tyrrell
Fort
Lauderdale, FL USA
You are a superb photographer. I was awed.
Don't stop.
[700] Harish Sharma
Singapore
I am short of words to express my feelings. I am almost choking of emotions.
I have always believed that only humans can help humans and that there is no
God. Your photographic journey has strengthened my belief.
Harish Sharma
[699] Guy Cruls
London,
UK
Shocking. I had no idea of such poverty in Cambodia.
Thank you for these photos, devoid of pretension and fancy effects, depicting
people.
They'are neighbours and we allow it to happen. Each one of us is an accomplice.
[698] Isaiah Vickers
Fresno,
CA (USA)
It was really a humbling of sorts to view these images - especially as an employee
of the United States Goverment (IRS, Treasury Department). It shows that people
often think only of themselves instead of what they can do to better their fellow
man.
That's not to say that one should be completely selfless, as that can be just
as destructive. Even so, I will be thinking of ways I can help others less fortunate
than I.
Thank you for this gallery.
[697] Ignacio Ramos Jr.
Alvin,
TX USA
How can one donate?
[696] Lisa
Seattle, USA
Your photographs of such a special day were stunning. It doesn't matter that
I don't know Cedric and his lovely bride, I feel like I do now and I wish them
all the joy in their new life together.
[695] Dayana Francis
Beirut,
Lebanon
I was completely touched when i saw these pictures. It is indeed sad to see
children working in the garbage. I wish I could help from here. All I can do
for now is pray and help the poor children around me... Great gallery indeed!
[694] Dave Pennington
Halifax,
UK
What a wonderful moving site, I do hope that it promotes some soul searching
and giving from those of us that have to those that have nothing!
[693] Grechen
Pacific Northwest, USA
Oh, so sad. They are all beautiful photographs and have left me in tears.
[692] Michael Q.
VA,
USA
Julian,
First, you have taken some awesome pictures. Cambodia is a tragic mess, a ravaged
victim of its recent history. I feel like crying whenever I just think of the
country itself. The case is all the worse given the glory and richness of Khmer
civilization which became this country, and lent so much of itself to its neighbors.
Cambodia needs all the help it can get, but not because its culture or religious
traditions are somehow faulty or wrong. Christianity does not help these people
anymore than Buddhism helps impoverished Paraguayans. All it does is undermine
the culture and identity of a people in need. I applaud every effort that lessens
the suffering of anyone, especially children... but when it is undertaken (as
it all too often is) on the condition of conversion/renunciation (for people
who can ill afford to decline assistance for themselves or their children) it
reflects a true perversion of the human spirit.
I apologize to you because I understand that this webpage is not the product
of misguided zeal. In fact, I greatly appreciate it simply for what it is. You
have a wonderful talent, and the heart to put it to good use. I will make a
donation to the orphanage you linked to. Thank you.
[691] James Fadely
Birmingham
Thank You!
[690] Ian Woolger
Budleigh
Salterton, Devon,Great Britain
Humbling photos Julian, you have an eye for the type of photography that
many steer away from. It is all to easy to show the rich and famous on film,
much more worthwhile to highlight the poverty and injustice that still haunts
our planet. keep it up.
Ian
[689] Matthew Giarra
Rochester,
NY
Your
photo essay was like a cold shower... The difference in the qualities of life
between western countries and the rest of the world is almost unbelievable.
I am moved.
-Matt
[688] Russell SCOTCHMER
perth
, west australia
Hi,some really exceptional photos there. Keep it up.
regards
russell
[687] Matthew Jacobson
Phoenix,
AZ
Really, moving pictures.
Only thing I didn't like was your comments to the tune of "I don't see
how people can x.." or "People are so concerned with X they don't
stop to think about Y", etc etc.
I think this kind of thinking is counterproductive. You can't really make an
effective change to the world by insulting large groups of people ... yes, an
individual can change themselves and become less fashion conscious, self-centered,
etc. - but it is just not in human nature for you to yell "everyone, be
better people" and expect to make any kind of difference.
I tend to think that Americans, and to a lesser extent countries within the
sphere of it's companies' influence are very much slaves to consumerism, and
it does not in any way lead to personal happiness. The minds of the population
are controlled by subversive advertising.. and subversive advertising comes
about because any company that tries to take the moral high road ends up getting
steamrollered by companies that are willing to do whatever it takes to manipulate
the populus into buying their products... it's almost inevitable - but the key
to fighting the process, I believe, does not lie in self-righteous reproach
of the people you are attempting to change.
[686] Pete Scheid
Rochester NY, USA
Thanks for sharing. More people need to be aware of how most of humanity lives.
[685] Nemo
Munich
Germany
Very good pictures showing a world which most people dont want to see ! NICE
WORK !!
[684] Koun Khmer
phnom
penh
I am sorry, I like those pics of cambodia but have you ever been in some
good places in cambodia? or have you ever taken any good pictures of cambodia?
it would help alot for improving those poor people's life if a professional
photographer like you take some good photos to show tourist then they will go
to visit Cambodia then .. you know what tourist gonna do down there in cambodia,right?
Tourist always bring money even some bring a small amount. then those $$ will
spread some to those poor people. I am appriciate it, and if you like this poor
country, please try to help.
[683] Dave T
Baltimore
Beautiful pictures. You have a great eye, especially for the disturbing
scenes you saw. You make them look real so we know it's real.
[682] Charlotte
Auckland, New Zealand
Julian, your photos are powerful and moving. I had nearly exactly the same
experience when I visited a 5000 acre dump in south india while doing social
work over there. It was the one thing I saw there that brought me to my knees,
and I will never ever forget it. I'm glad that you can reach out to so many
people with your beautiful photographs. Did you manage to talk to any of the
workers?
[681] nancielise
Hi Julian:
Thank you for leaving that nice comment on my blog. I posted your Cambodian
photos because I really thought it was moving and tastefully done. Consider
me a fan!
Not sure how you found my review as I hadn't yet had a chance to sign your form
there, but all the same it's great that you took the time to write me. My blog
gets a fairly good amount of traffic (the one on Firefox's StumbleUpon, where
the post about your photos was featured) so I hope that you got a bit of an
upsurge in visitors right around then -- for a very great and humanitarian cause!
Sincerely,
Nancielise (aka Caile-girl)
[680] richard tannery
austin,
texas, usa
hi, I just stumbled on to your site and found it quite relieving actually. I
just got back from working in Iraq and have similar sentiments towards the locals
there in Kurdistan (the northern, Kurdish occupied area). I too took many pictures,
and some of them are just gut-wrenching to look at sometimes. Thanks for having
the courage to review your work, and to attempt to learn from it. I can see
a transition in your mentality just from the first shot to the last, in the
captions. Keep up your curiosity, keep the faith, and stay strong in your endeavors.
thanks,
richard tannery
[679] Kate
Sydney,
Australia
Dear Julian,
Thankyou.
With my deepest respect,
Kate
[678] Livinjean
USA
moving !!
[677] Ukko-Pekka Itäpelto
Helsinki,
Finland
Wow...
A friend of a friend of mine is building his own luxury mansion in Cambodia.
These pictures make me think I don't want to go there if I don't have something
to give to these children in your pictures.
I almost dropped some tears watching these... I want to thank you. -Now I understand
somethings a bit better.
Regards, Upi
[676] Artur Nankran
Brasil
Good pictures, but i am very sad to say that we also have people living in that
kind of bad sutiations over here.
[675] Judi Sahlstrom
Brisbane
Australia
Fantastic photo's.
look at a website www.livingsilk.com.au
and the tabitha foundation.
maybe there is something we can do together.
regards,
judi
[674] Joel B
North
bay,Calif.... USA
Thank you julian for sharing the range of photos on this website. I have
been to Cambodia twice and have seen various sites. No, I must admit that I
have never attended the dumps. But am very familiar with the swarms of needy
people who engulfed my wife and I in the marketplaces of Phnom Penh. Unfortunately,
it was not possible to give charity to all. But we did what we could. My wife
is a native of Kampuchea, and a survivor of the KR. Sadly though, she has lost
family members because of the Pol Pot regime. Your photography has served an
important mission.. to open the eyes of anyone who seeks perfection in appearance,
in occupation, in acceptance, and personal gain. There will be a part of me
that will always feel linked to Cambodia. The hospitality excels,there are areas
that are contrasted with beauty, degradation, incredible history and potential.
I hope that the young generations will be respectful of traditions of those
older and wiser. And that western vices are not adopted to the point of changing
the natural heritage of this Unique country.
[673] Amy Maiello
Apple
Valley, MN, USA
This photo gallery was touching and heart wrenching to see these children so
oblivious to what was going on around them. I would like to help in any way
possible. You said that you would be going back soon. If you have not, or if
you plan on going back yet again, let me know and I will definately have some
things you can take over for the children. Email me at the address above and
we can make arrangements. Thank you for documenting your trip for others to
see. So often, those who have so many things do not realize that there are others
in thei world who don't half even a fraction of what they take for granted every
day.
[672] William
Singapore
Truely amazing. i was so amazing once again by it... althought i'm not an very
arty person, but definately i can differniate this from novice work. wow....
btw, u should move on to be a professional photographer. not someone in Asia
Export in PS role (dun quote me for saying this =o)
[671] Jack Smedley
Calgary,
Alberta, Canada
Jullian
This is a tremendous collection. I have never visited Cambodia, though I certainly
hope to one day. Regarding S-21, you may be interested in the Documentary movie
S-21 where a survivor discusses the treatment he received with several guards.
It's an excellent documentary for the distubing subject.
Well done.
Jack
[670] Sam
Alexanderia,
Egypt
Well, I think if you're Cambodian, it's really shame on you to show the
people in the whole world, the dark side of your country, keep this to your
government to try to find a solution for the poverty, use your Camera to show
the beauty of your country, I know there's must be a really beautiful places
there, so you encourage people to visit your country, and refresh the tourism
industry in Cambodia, instead of standing and taking pictures of this low life,
try to give them a hand.
[669] Donna Blahut
USA
To say this is very sad would be a complete understatment. And its more than
a tragity. I'm sure this trip has change your life. Just the comfort of our
warm soft beds is something that is just taken for granted by most. I am glad
I ran across your site. I had a experience in my own country very close to my
home... feeding and clothing homeless people in the middle of a very cold winter.
Going once a week with a small group of people. I would cry before, during and
after my trip to the inner city. I remember sitting at the dinner table with
my family feeling so guilty. I could not forget about the people I met with
each week,(most of the same ones)out in the cold somewhere.
Thank you for sharing. I'm not even close to being wealthy, but forever grateful
that I have had some small impact and compassion on this thing called humanity.
My admiration goes out to you.
[668] Arabelle Sicardi
New
York City, United States
Although I'm only 14, I believe photography imapacts everyone who sees it, no
matter their age. Your work is an outstanding example of this and it's made
me really, TRULY realize, I'm one of the luckiest kids in the world to have
what I have. More people need to understand this and I'm going to send this
link out to everyone I know. Hopefully they'll feel the inpact of it too. Thank
you so much. You've changed my life.
[667] steffani cameron
vancouver,
canada
Beautiful, harrowing photos. I commend you for seeking out some truth with
your lenses. Far too few people realize the power they wield when they have
a camera in-hand.
Images can change the world. Images are information, and they speak louder than
heartfelt words will ever speak.
If you've never seen Baraka, the film, you should. Your garbage dump photos
mixed in with the beauty of children playing evoked that movie for me. High
praise, if you don't already know it.
Keep it up. Thank you.
[666] andrew smith
wrightsville
beach
i enjoyed the photos you have presented, some as you noted were hard to look
at but this is the reality of so many.
i will be traveling to southeast asia soon, will arrive in cambodia on nov.
4 - nov 17 where i will spread the word of god through our churches mission
trip.
again i just wanted to say thankyou.
-smith
[665] Christopher Walker
Pittsburgh,
USA
I'm not a man of words, but you photographs are beautiful, shocking, profound,
and touching. Thank you.
[664] mads
Næstved, Denmark
great pictures!!!! really great
[663] niewo
Austria
great pics, touching, inspiring
[662] Fiona Skye
Tucson, AZ USA
What a moving, beautiful, haunting site you have here. It brought me to tears.
Thank you so much for this experience.
[661] Roy Hansen
Norway
What a story you tell with your pictures. I really like them. You manage to
capture the moment in a very fine way. It touches me a lot when I see the conditions
these childrens are experiencing. Thumbs up for the good work! You are a excellent
artist with the camera.
[660] Louise Moon
Shanghai
I went to Cambodia a few years a go and was also struck by the poverty of the
people. However, more upsetting than the abject poverty was all the young children
missing limbs from land mine explosions. I'm just suprised that you don't seem
to have any pictures of them.
[659] sarah ong
singapore
hi julian..
i was surfing my friend's blog and she had a link to this page. i am really
fascinated with the work u have done here - making known the poverty in cambodia
and all that. the pictures are fantastic. i was wondering if u would allow me
to use some of them as part of a presentation to share with singaporean youth
about life away from our comfort zone and how we can do something about it.
do let me noe k?
with sincere appreciation,
sarah :0)
[658] Jesse Stanley
Tucson,
Arizona U.S.A.
Julian, your photographs are stunning. The beauty of the people really shine.
The colors are brilliant and the suffering, haunting. Your humanity really comes
through in your photos. You captured the dignity of poverty. To have those experiences
and not leave feeling profoundly affected would be tragic.I am really glad you
did not delete the images. They are important on so many levels. I live near
Mexico, and I love to travel there. The warmest most generous people you could
meet, and yet the poverty is overwhelming. Bright magical colors everywhere,
amongst sewage and suffering. It is our duty to get involved every way we can.
Feed people, hug them, celebrate our diverse planet, and end poverty and violence.
Thanks for the insight to Cambodia. Youf friend and brother, Jesse
[657] Dominic Teo Jun Jie
Singapore
Wow,your photo gallery made me wanna help them, thanks for the research,it tells
me not to take anything for granted and for that i will appreciate...=)
[656] Michael Otto
Phnom
Penh, Cambodia
Hello
Julian,
I was forwarded your gallery by someone interested in sponsoring 2 children
at CCH, and wanted to say thanks. The pictures are beautifully shot. I know
the dump and CCH very well, having been working with them personally for the
last year and a half, through the organization Bridges Across Borders (who has
funded and provided technical assistance and training to all 3 CCH centers for
over 3 years now).
I am heading back to NYC in about a month's time, and i was thinking that i
might use your pictures/gallery for fundraising purposes while i am home. You
have caught the scenery too well, so i thought i might ask if that would be
ok.
Thanks, and be well,
Michael
[655] Aarika T
United
States
I'm so overcome with emotion now... wow. Your pictures are amazing, and
the subject matter deeply emotional. I commend you for spreading the word about
these lives. Thank you, Aarika
[654] Davit Rostomashvili
Georgia,
Tbilisi
very sad story :(
[653] Eddie
Crown
Point, Indiana
I consider you a lucky man for your eyes have been forever opened in this dark
world of ours. I wish these peoples fate on no one. You have done a wonderful
job of enlightening us all on the reality of life. I, usually filled with emotion
and words, have lost my tongue. I wish you well. Also I wish to know when you
plan to return, as I have items which would gladly be donated. Thanks for Sharing
Julian.
"Without suffering there would be no compassion"
May we soon know a day without such quotes.
-Eddie-
[652] janeen delany
phoenix
arizona usa
It is always the faces.......
Your compassion is apparent, and I fell compelled to see all that there was
to see.
Much like my own experiance in India...the same looks, the same little faces
of poverty that manage, often, to smile back at you.
Thank You, I will donate,although I am unable to send enough for a full year...
[651] Irene Gilb
Sanbornton,
NH
amazing photographs. amazingly inspiring stories.
thank you.
[650] Dan McKechnie
Calgary,
Canada
Thank you for posting this gallery and bringing a part of the world to which
I was almost oblivious to light. Your photographs are stirring; perhaps the
most powerful ones being the shot of the needle and of Srey Mom. Do you have
an address to which I could send some money for "your" orphanage?
[649] Brian Cox
West
Point, NE, USA
I admire your will and choices. You created a brilliant depiction of what
is and is looking to forever be, sadly enough. I too hope to aspire to go and
see and work and do many of the things yourself have done. I respect people
like you very much. You are one of those few that I can still look up to...
God knows I don't have anyone else. I truly do admire you and your images.
Very Sincerely,
Brian Cox
[648] Marisa Elliott
Warwick,
NY
That was really very touching, thank you.
[647] Steven Walsh
Belfast,
UK
Thanks Julian,
we in the west need to see more and more of this real life stuff. Your pictures
have really touched me.
I hope I can use my resources and training for good use. I am doing a doctorate
in computer networks. Who knows.
I sensed that you may be a Christian? Am I right?
Kind regards,
Steven
[646] alex sonbalee
Canyon
Country, CA 91351
They are all great shots!!. You have done a great job. It's such a heartfelt
to see the kids in such a unhealthy environments. I wish more people see these
images and spare some of their overly consumption in this the US. back to those
needy.
Wish you the best!
[645] oki
Utrecht,
Holland
I salute you, youre a great person and I wish you and all those children
all the best. beautiful pics, I stared at teh one with the bleeding foot for
about 5 minutes.
[644] volkan
that's
a rare serial that i could endurance to the end of it.not boring,not much cheerful...
good.thanks
[643] matt
australia
congrats man...everything you wrote is how i feel about such places in our world.
all we can do is our own little part to make things better.
i head to japan this week, and i am pretty sure i will not see the same scenes
as portrayed here, but if you want to check out some flicks, my web address
is http://mattgrant.gallery.netspace.net.au
Peace
Matt
[642] Onur Sener
Istanbul
Turkey
Well Done and thanx my friend.
[641] Simona Z.
Ottawa,
Canada
thank you for these amazing photohraphs... i had the pleasure of visiting Hanoi
when my grandfather was still an ambassador to the country. This just reminded
me of the hospitality and beauty we discovered in the country.
[640] Elena Loftus
Waltham, MA
i was very struck by the beauty and courage of the Cambodian people and the
dire need of the children in poverty, an dmoved to take immediate action. thank
you for this very powerful photo essay.
[639] Ben Samuels
Lee,
MA
Greats shots- thanks for sharing these very moving images
[638] J. E. Smokey Crabtree
Texarkana,
USA
Your photos are very powerful and have moved me inside. I have a deep love for
photography, but I now feel a deeper love for the Cambodian people. I did not
realize that digging through trash could even be considered a job, much less
a living. There must be some way to help these people in a large way. Thank
you for the insightful perspective shift that you have given to me. -Jay
[637] Jay
San
Clemente, CA, USA
Moving imagery, you have a great eye and soul for capturing life. I makes
one recognize what is real and important in ones own life thanks for the experiance.
[636] kim isaksen
denmark
and philippines
wow - some powerfull images you got there.
kids all over the world should not life in that kind of powerty.
[635] Jay
San
Clemente, CA, USA
Moving imagery, you have a great eye and soul for capturing life. I makes one
recognize what is real and important in ones own life thanks for the experiance.
[634] Ron Hunter
London,Ontario,Canada
Julian:
I have personally been touched by the photo's of the children working in the
dump. Keeping a Higher Purpose first and foremost in my life Today, was again
the message that I needed in a personal transition period of my own life.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Sincerely,
Ron
[633] Ilari Mikkilä
Espoo,
Finland
That was an really good gallery. It really made me think about things outside
my own country. Only thing that I can find to complain about (as there always
is something), is the grammar. Please, next time, check the spelling. Other
than that, very good job. I hope this gallery spreads.
[632] Nalin
India
Julian,
Those are very discomforting but revealing photos u've shot there of Cambodia
and u should host a gallery or something to share it amongst the masses. Technically
(composition wise, etc.) they're all perfect and you're already a pro. In the
end, it's the content that matters :)
Keep up the good work,
Best Wishes!
[631] ed
london,
uk
my sister has just got back from cambodia and really enjoyed looking through
your photos. You have a great eye for catching the beauty and the horror of
the country. Very thought provoking. Good job.
[630] Robin Jørgensen
Copenhagen.
Denmark
Hello Julian.
This is a werry strong and good photo serie you have taken here, it´s
werry strong images ho make people think a lot about the werry bad and tuff
situation some people live under in the world.
Keep up the werry good work.
............................................................
Med venlig hilsen / Best regards
Robin Jørgensen
Buddha-Photo
Internet: www.buddha-photo.dk
E-mail: robin@vanlosenet.dk
Telefon / Phone +45 26 76 59 63
............................................................
[629] John Roche
Avon,
NY
Prof. Kannyo gave me the link to this site, Julian. What an accomplished
photographer you are! These photos and the accompanying captions convey both
the magnificence and the grim realities of Cambodia.
Best,
John Roche
RIT Dept. of English
[628] natasha rene'e
san
antonio texas united states
this set of photography was amazing. painful at times but none the less
amazing. it pains me to hear people complain about day to day bothers like "having
to go work" or "can't find parking" and it irks me to know end
to hear someone complain that they don't have enough... be it money, clothes,
success etc...
i fall in love with people that can appreciate what they do have, even if it's
only a job picking trash, and never stop working for something better.
these pictures have inspired me.
thank you
[627] tw
mtl,ca
much needed reality check, thanks
[626] John McCarthy
Traverse
City, Michigan
My wife sent me a link to these pictures about 24 hours ago. She and I are
highly active with a an entity called Safe Passage, which works with dump children
in Guatemala, seeking to give them an education. I happen to be on my way there
in about 48 hours. Thank-you for bringing people's attention to the way things
are in the Third World.
Your frustration and anger is very understandable. But I would hope that you
will not be too anxious to find someone to blame for these children's predicament.
Charity is wonderful. Charity is beautiful. But there really is only one thing
that, in the end, can rescue these people, and that is a rising economy. And
while this might offend some people, that means Capitalism. Free Enterprise
Capitalism works, and Socialism and planned economies don't. That was demonstrated
in the Soviet Block, and it was demonstrated in India and China. And yes, it
was demonstrated in Cambodia. Don't forget that Pol Pot was a communist.
That guy who lives in the big house just may be the person who will build a
factory so that these people will have jobs. I've personally seen this. I've
been to Mother Teresa's orphanage in Delhi, and I've dined in an industrialist's
mansion in Uttar Pradesh, which is one of the poorest places in the world. And
you know what? The industrialist was providing lasting jobs for people, and
the Sisters of Charity were keeping children in beds 24/7 just because the children
were mentally retarded. So who's really doing more good?
[625] Gerald Welch
Grayslake,
Illinois
your pictures are really wonderful and powerful. your work has helped me
see another picture of the world and how people live i am extremely grateful
for that.
[624] Bill Pearl
Canada
And yet so many smiles on their faces.
[623] Henry Bui
sugarland,
us
thank you for sharing.
[622] Michael Okrentowich
Bethel,
USA
Thank you.
[621] Empires Fall
Mr. Li, I found your photo elsewhere without a link. I'll put a link to it right
away. These photos are amazing.
[620] Sylvia Magnúsdóttir
Iceland
Hi Julian
You asked me on my blog about who I am using your photos. I live in Iceland
and just came across your pictures via another blog and wanted to let others
see them so they can be aware of these tragedies in Cambodia. I´m sorry,
I should have asked for permission. Is it ok for me to have a link to your page?
Good pictures.
Kind regards, Sylvía.
[619] Henning Hansen
Denmark
Strong pictures. Very emotional.
Regards from Denmark.
[618] Jason Bronson
Chicago,
IL USA
I cried, these are moving photos, powerful, no words need to be spoken because
you can see the emotion in the images....
the pain, and suffering that has grasped these people so long ago, still holds
them to an extent, yet they smile in some of the photos....
thank you, for these photographs....
-Jason
[617] et
cerritos,
ca
beautiful photos. thanks for sharing your view. i was there last year with
my new 20d...i would like to go back again this year hopefully. just want to
let u know i like your photos.
et
[616] Eric Phelps
Norfolk,
VA, US
moving images
[615] Emily Dunbar
Canada
Why do you say you felt powerless to help that baby?
Was anyone else going to?
Is this another example of "journalistic integrity"?
'Cause I'm getting tired of the BS hypocritical phrase.
[614] Peter Schrader
Maine,
United States
I would just like to say that your photo graphs are really amazing. They
really strike you the first time you look at them and realize the amount of
poverty
[613] Michael Robinson
Winder,
Georgia
I hope you don't mind, but I've placed the "Photos of Cambodia"
gallery on StumbleUpon(http://www.stumbleupon.com/url/www.julian.li/cambodia/).
It's a good way to draw attention to important issues. =P
If you want to suggest a change to the summary I made for it, feel free to e-mail
me.
[612] Reon
Wow,
great pictures that tell some sad stories that makes you appreciate what you
have. Really enjoy your work. Hoping to see more.
[611] Allen Kramer
Houston,Texas
USA
Thanks so much for posting these-your work is spontaneous and so un-pretentous.
It's inspiring to see real joy in photography which seems to be slipping away
from me after 20+ years in the business. Thanks!
[610] Jon Wood
Norwich
UK
Superb images, really pulled at my heart strings. Why in this horrible consumer
society are people having to endure a life style like this? One day there will
be some justice in the world.
[609] Andrew Gough
Canada
Julian,
I have seen the same thing in India, it changes you... Putting up this gallery
is a great thing, please keep it, people need to see.
Could you post the address of the orphanage, or a mechanism to donate (Bank
info etc..)
Great Photos.
Andrew
[608] Asher Kelman
Los
Angeles USA
http://www.openphotographyforums.com
Hi Julian,
I really love your work. you have really paid attention to the great phortographers
you listed.
I would like to share with you another.
I would like to correspond with you. could you please contact me via my website.
I'm the Editor in Chief and I like the fact that your views and dedication are
congruent with my feelings of responsibility for and to each other and the thin
layer of life on this planet.
[607] Geert SOENENS
Lichtervelde
- Belgium
Very nice work Julian! I can feel the athmosphere in your pictures. Congratulations!
[606] Luis Sisamon
Dubai,
UAE
Your pictures are truly impressive and moving. I can understand that shooting
them was not easy as I have felt uncomfortable in much easier conditions.
It is hard to think that you are carrying equipment that could feed one family
maybe for several years.
In any case congratulations for a great technical and human work.
[605] Diego Garcia
Bristol.
UK
Wow, simply stunning, emotive work and your ability is everything I strive
for with my camera.
Thanks for sharing.....
Diego.
http://diegogarcia.shutterchance.com/archive.php
[604] Jan Hordijk
Heel,
The Netherlands
Very
good photographs. With respect for the people.
I see that the Canon 5D is a possable a good choice for the Leica M-digital
which is coming...
Good luck,
Jan Hordijk
[603] Rich Simons
Decatur,
Georgia
You have a good compositional eye. Thanks for sharing.
Rich
[602] Deepal s
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Very interesting and artistic capturing of a country.
well done
[601] Joseph Sim
Singapore
your pieces "cracked hands" and especially "smiley eyes"
are very well taken.
very impressive although i am not a photographer myself.
Sincerely,
joseph sim
[600] phil monk
fredericksburg
va usa
Very touching photos of cambodia. I was initially interested in the photo
settings you included with each shot. I quickly forgot the reason I came to
your site.
God's grace is often hard to see it this temporal world.
But I believe one day we will understand.
Phil
[599] bernd k.
worms,
germany
Dear Julian,
Congratulations to this collection of deeply impressive photos from a country
and life situation so completely different from whatever we experience day by
day. The motifs presented are highly emotional and transport all these awful
shortfalls in life conditions and welfare. I am deeply impressed-being a professional
in pr and promotional design with own experience gained in low-developed countries.
All the best/Bernd
[598] Elena Hvizd
NY
USA
Hi Julian,
It was nice to hear from you. Thanks for recommending your other photo journals
of Cambodia and Vietnam. You are correct. They were phenomenal. What beautiful
people. You have captured some amazing moments in people's lives. You take great
candid shots of people, especially children. Their innocence and aliveness really
transcends culture and their expressions go straight to the heart.
I was especially moved by your photos and commentary regarding the children
(and families) living on the dump in Cambodia. I visited the website link of
the school and orphanage that has taken in some of children from the dump. And
I read a little of the children's story. What a travesty of humanity, but thank
god for the school.
I know that there are far too many places in the world where this reality continues
to exist for people who are displaced, disadvantaged and poor.
I have worked as a massage therapist for years and also as a mental health counselor
in the human service field. Right now I am interested in helping to design and
plan the building of very small energy efficient homes that are built in small
neighborhoods of 6-12 homes with a common building and common open space. I
have been studying green building techniques and passive solar design withthe
intention of creating homes that use as little fossil fuel as possible. I am
just in the study phase of this latest venue, but hope to participate in a more
sane and sustainable and community-connecting home-building to some degree.
Thank you very much for sharing your photos. i appreciate your outlook on life
and your endeavors while traveling to see the real sites and capture the real
people of the lands you are visiting.
Peace,
Elena
[597] Eléna
New
York USA
I love Bali, and the Balinese, though I have never been there. I was very
happy to come across your photo album of photos from Bali, because photos of
everday people in Bali are harder to come across than the standard tourist temple/beach/landscape
shots. I love all of your photos of the Balinese. They are a very special people,
I have only met one in Massachusetts once and he was incredbily radiant and
friendly. I dream of one day visiting Bali for an extended period of time.
Thank you so much for posting your beautiful photos on the web. I have put them
in my bookmark page so I can look at them often.
When was the last time you were there? Have you traveled there often? Which
country are you from?
Peace and light,
Elena
[596] Barry Choi
Toronto,
Canada
Your photos are incredibly moving, Julian. These photos are truly those
that speak many thousands of words for those whom many of us have never heard.
Thank you for continuing to shoot and sharing with us.
[595] Duncan Stuart
Auckland,
New Zealand
Julian, your photos are awesome, and they catch the beauty, the tragedy,
the hope and - sadly - the despair that are present in today's Cambodia. What
a talent you have, backed by a tangible sense of compassion. I was in Cambodia
around the same time as you, but in Siem Reap. In my case I was struck by the
hopefulness in the area - and through a good friend Svay Savong became involved,
along with Japanese supporters in helping set up a volunteer language school
for rural students. I think in Western countries we wear some of the guilt behind
Cambodia's destruction under Pol Pot. After the Vietnam war - what they refer
to as the American War - we turned a blind eye to Cambodia; washed our hands
of the problem. One day in the deathcamp in Phnom Penh when i visited, I was
in tears, just walking around - and a British guy and American man sat down
and we were all crying. "How could we have let this happen?" we asked.
I hope your photos encourage others to do something practical. A little effort
goes a long way in Cambodia.
Thank you for your photojournalism.
Duncan
[594] Colin Ho
Singapore
these pictures are awesome!
enjoyed viewing them all.
good job!
[593] daniel
singapore
nice pics! Eve directed me here... pls continue doing what you've been doing!
Take care!
[592] Nancy
Fresno,
CA USA
I am writing a paper on Cambodia and your photos have really moved me. What
you have captured with images goes beyond the written word. Thank you
[591] Ramón Burgos-Ruíz
San
Francisco, California
Excellent photographs!
Rather than delete the photograph of the woman, I would suggest a closer crop
of the sides anf top, but still maintaining the print of the dress fabric.
I enjoyed the angle of "Morning Offering".
All the pics are special; thanks for sharing.
[590] Kashaf Aziz
Edinburgh,
Scotland
Your pictures of Cambodia are very moving. There is a good contrast of every
day life and how people regardless of where they are continue on in hope
[589] Dan Grove
Azusa,
CA
This was a very moving experience. Um, I'm not real sure what to say, other
than I now desire to learn more.
Part way through this page, I began thinking: I want to be where you have been,
I want to see these people for myself, I want to smell the rotting hellhole
of methane, I want to look into anothers eyes and be moved, be stirred, be brought
to the brink of tears, yet still smile.
I will share this with my friends and may God continue to bless you, for he
truly has with an amazing gift surpassed only by your heart.
A friend,
Dan Grove
[588] Antonio
brazil
Muito bom principalmente as com a rolleiflex
[587] Esther
Jakarta,
Indonesia
nice n clear pictures of Bali you have. These pictures are taken in places mostly
visited by tourists.
But I think you should go there once again to shoot the other side of Bali,
its nook and cranies.
[586] le tuan anh
Ha
Noi
Hi Julian!
I saw your images on vietnam and want to tell you its amazing!
by the way , wanna share my images of Vietnam with you here
http://www.pbase.com/ltanh
Thank for sharing!
Best Regards
[585] Suhadi Lili
Surabaya,
Indonesia
Very touching. Great photograph shots, Julian.
Best regards,
suhadi
[584] s. rasch
berlin,
germany
nice, raw and shocking...
just great pictures!
nice work!
[583] Felle
Bunbury,
Western Australia/ Singapore
Awesome pictures! I was in Cambodia for 3 weeks myself. Travelled from Phnom
Penh, to Kampong Cham and then to Siam Riep. I have dined at beautiful french
restaurants to simple home-prepared meals (cooked over firewood and with water
drawn from the well).
The most impressionistic part of the trip was the 2 weeks stay in Kampong Cham.
The hospitality of the villagers warms my heart so much that it just brings
me to tears when I have to bid goodbye to that place.
I would say that it doesnt necessarily mean that you are suffering even though
you may be living in poverty. Yes, I can't deny that it is painful to struggle
even to put a warm meal on the table or have a proper shelter over your head.
People can still be happy because they have a closely-knitted family to come
home to.
A group of Cambodian University students chiped in money to prepare an elaborated
local fare for us. it IS considered as a big meal to the students as some of
them had to sleep in pagodas because they cant afford housing in the capital
city of Phnom Penh. The ability to give, despite of difficult circumstances,
is true generousity. And one who possess such spirit can be considered as a
truly happy soul! How many times have we heard people complaining about how
much they have given but got nothing in return?? Are these people happy givers???
Life could be so simple but yet so beautiful.
Really, affluence is no justification for happiness. All we need is a thanksgiving
and appreciative heart to be truly happy.
[582] May Franny Sepikit
Malaysia
I thank you for this gallery. Reminds me again that life (mine in particular)
shouldn't be selfish. That we should wake up every day and be grateful that
life is actually not so bad. That we should always be humble & gracious
towards each other.
[581] Hasan Bilgehan
Istanbul,
Turkey
Hello Julian,
I really liked your snapshots. I have never visited Combodia but I can feel
the places you visited. In my opinion, this is your success. Poverty is the
major problem, we live in our comfortable houses, maybe we work in airconditioned
rooms. But outside of our lives, there are many people suffering, and this world
is unjust. Your snaphots remind me again and again that we should be more sensitive
to this worlid.
Regards,
Hasan
www.hasanbilgehan.com
[580] Drew
UK
Quite Sad but very beautifull pictures!
[579] Russell
Hamilton,
NJ USA
Those were some amazing photos.
The way you described each photo and what you felt while taking it made for
a very powerful story.
National Geographic ?!
-Russell
[578] Robert Pinna
Italy
Wonderful shots.
I have been in the same places, and i appreciate your points of wiev.
[577] Ronika
Chandler,
USA
Wow! I thought that was so insperaional of you to go over there help those
kids out and support them! It's nice to see how my country is. (I am Cambodian)
But then it's really sad to see how they suffer. Even when i look at the books
based on the Khmer Rouge, it kinda hard to see what all those people have been
through. Beacuse of you i hope to go and visit when I'm older.
[576] Luc Meisel
costa
mesa, usa
I truly enjoyed your photos, I love all the wide shots and your brillant
ability to capture all these wonderful people in the midst of their lives.
I am interested in photography and am about to buy some new lenses, etc.
I have to say that I found your work inspirational and wondered how brave and
adept you were to capture them all.
I often am censored by worry that I am crowding people by taking their pictures.
thanks for the inspiration.
[575] Sokhena You
Beaverton,
Oregon
wow, thanks for sharing your photos! i work in the garbage industry, and
dayum that looks very sad.
i'm waiting for my citizenship to clear so i can visit camboida again. i would
like to go where you went, just to see for myself!
again, thanks for sharing!
please write back!
Sok
[574] Sarin
Canada
Julian you photos speak a millions words, and emotions. I too am a fan of
James Nachtwey's work. I am glad that you decided to put this gallery up (Cambodia)
in the end, because the reality is poverty exist, like so many other countries.
It just takes one pic, to spark an emotion, an interest, an action....in hopes
that we can each contribute some way (however big or small it maybe).
[573] Micah Weber
Buffalo,
NY, USA
excellent captures.
www.micahweber.com
[572] Sitha
USA, Cambodian
I love the photo, it capture so much of LIFE. Even though we can't save everyone,
but we will always remember the memories. I can't thank you enough for the photo.
I'm glad you've used a SLR.
[571] David Sok
Houston
your photos will only help push me to achieve my goals that much more, thanx
and keep up the great work
[570] wattana
australia
Hi Julian..I feel so sad inside seeing all these pictures. Thank q for putting
this gallery up..it inspires me so much. Just wondering, r u cambodian?
[569] Nam Tran
USA
Your photos are awesome. Very closed to professional photographing level.
[568] nathan
USA
Powerful and heartbreaking. thankyou for posting these pics
[567] Arprim
USA
Thank you for taking the time to show us these images. They are dishearthening
to look at, but it's the reality of the world we are living in. Some people
are more fortunate than others, but I hope by viewing these images the fortunate
people will be more willing to help if they can help.
Wonderful pictures!
[566] Thnam Net
Massachusetts
love your photos!
[565] Michael
Frostad
Amazing...
[564] Chanly Bob
Portland,
Oregon
Julian,
These pictures are powerful and heart wrenching. This is the true color of poverty
and no matter where poverty exists, the people, the faces, the sadness are similiar.
Your pictures are stark reminders of what this world should not be, what suffering
people should not have to face. But the reality is that this imperfect world
is filled with people like these innocent and poor souls who see no HOPE. I
can empathize with their suffering, because at one time, I too suffer as such.
With much thoughts and prayers for the people who suffer, and I thank you for
putting these powerful images for everyone to see, to learn, and to be empowered
to do something about it.
Sincerely,
Chanly Bob
Cambodian-American Community of Oregon
www.CACOregon.org
[563] Pengchon
USA
I really don't like your pictures, but I like your shots.
The object of the capture is to witness trash in cambodia. But really? why are
there so many tourist? Try to capture that reason.
[562] Dina Kor
Denver,
Colorado USA
Hello Julian,
I was given your website by a friend. I am myself Cambodian and I currently
volunteer my time each year working with adopted Cambodian Children in the one
and only Heritage Camp (www.heritagecamps.org).
I just wanted to let you know that I was touched by your photos. It demostrated
the positive side of Cambodia and sadly the negative side. You did a great job
Julian. I will be passing along your links to my friends.
[561] Kimsua Chay
Aurora,
CO USA
Just wanted to say that those are some incredible pictures from Cambodia.
They definately show the daily struggles of the day to day life for many of
the people in Cambodia. If you're interested in sharing your photos, I think
I maybe able to help put you in contact with some people who would be willing
to help you some donations for the children in Cambodia. Most of them are already
helping by donating in one way or another but I think your pictures would offer
them another way of helping.
[560] Tibor Karvaly
Budapest,
Hungary
I'd been living together with two students from Cambodia in the university
hostel, one of them was my room-mate for about three years. We all knew, that
that their life was extremely hard in their country.
But now, almost two decades later, you showed me how hard it was (and still
it is), in fact.
I respect them now more than ever.
Thank you.
[559] David Sutton
Los
Angeles
I enjoyed these very much. You have a wonderful eye.
[558] Scott Youmans
Phoenix,
USA
Have been thinking of buying and EOS 5D and was looking at reviews. Came
upon your galleries and have looked at Vietnam and Bali so far. Rarely have
I seen such a large precentage of excellent shots. I like your style of shooting
very much and I think of myself as very critical. I will further explore your
site.
Thanks,
Scott
[557] My-Tien Duong
MIssouri,
USA
I like more pictures some of them are really pretty. I like the flower girl
- sit facing to the left .., and some with the bride and groom.
i'm not an expert but I think the wedding should have more color, color of new
exuberant beginning.
[556] Phil Balko
Johnstown,
PA USA
Absolutely breathtaking, stunning and moving. Thank you so much for sharing.
[555] Klaus Schulte - Lünzum
48167
Münster, Germany
Hallo Julian,
I am very impressed of these pictures. You show with the pictures both sides
of cambodia.
In June 2006 I will travel with my friend to cambodia as backpacker tourist.
I have the same camera with 16-35, 24-70 and 70-200. But I believe that my photos
will not have the same quality like yours.
Yours comments and photos fits together very good and hit me deep in my heart.
If you want, I send you my fotos of cambodia.
Question: Did the people or children there need pens, lighter or small things
like that? So we take some with us.
I will be glad to hear something from you.
greets
Klaus
[554] konrad mattes
ludwigshafen,
germany
hi julian,
this are incredible pictures you' ve made.
very awesome.
you captured the today's spirit of cambodia.
especially is going under my skin.
regards, konrad mattes
[553] blanquet.xavier
france
Thank you for your website. It was a quiet moment to discover it.
"superbes photos et généreuse" very beautifull photography
and generous time.
Have a nice life
Xavier
[552] Sara C.
Kuala
Lumpur
Hello Julian... a friend of mine sent me the link to your webpage when I
told him that I like photography (am still a newbie).
I don't know you personally, but you managed to reach out to your audience via
your pictures, and somehow we "feel" to a certain extent, the impact
Cambodia's plight had on you.
The baby's intense gaze especially, his eyes were so hard for one who spent
hardly 3 or 4 years on Earth. And to think he never once smiled...
Thank you for reminding us that there are many more who need our help out there.
S.C.
[551] Joy Lee
Malaysia
Hi Julian,
A friend passed me the link to your blog, said he was in Cambodia recently but
his pictures aren't as good as yours.
I love your pictures, especially those of children. You seem to have captured
their magic moments well.
Like many here, I cried to when I saw the ones of the children in the rubbish
mound. "Red & Black", I remember.
My mum had recently started sponsoring a child in Cambodia, she's yet to meet
him/her. When I showed her your pictures, she was in tears and she told me she
was glad that one child, somewhere in Cambodia, possibly digging through the
rubbish mound, will be going to school this year.
Thank you for your insight.
I feel lucky now, everyday.
[550] Marilyn Polito
Adelaide,
South Australia
Hi Julian,
RE:BALI GALLERY
I have been to Bali many times, and both my fiance and I adore the place.
Your photography is absolutely amazing and captures the essence of Bali perfectly.
Viewing your photos is like being there!!
I can't wait to get back there again, and I sure hope you will too!
I know I will be passing on your link to friends and family so they will hopefully
work up the courage to go back to Bali, because the people are truly suffering.
Regards,
Marilyn
[549] Coelho Adalina
Singapore
You did an excellent job to capture the essence of the realities of the
fate of people in Cambodia...
Looking and reading through your gallery brought a tear along with it...
Thanks for sharing your experiences and may God bless you..
[548] shyam kumar r s
hyderabad,
india
its realy great & wonderful
[547] Madeleine
Australia
i really enjoyed looking at your photographs.
i am amazed, i think of how many pairs of shoes i have owned, and thrown out
when they got too small, i really wish that i could of somehow given them to
these children, it isnt safe for them to be in the rubish dumps.
1 AMERICAN DOLLAR, thats all it takes for one days work... in total $365 a year,
to some that is a pair of shoes, if only everyone could view this website, then
they would understand the meaning to the word 'tough'.
one day i wish to visit Cambodia, and i will be sure to bring any spare shoes
and clothes.
[546] Xu Simin
Singapore
hi,
this is how the pictures spoke to me.
---
Gleaming eyes
of precious Gems
Toothy smile
of pristine Pearls
Endurance cast in luminous Gold,
tried by fire
Honest windows to the soul, Crystal
pool of clarity
Treading through labyrinths of despair
Emerging from the darkest carbon
a Diamond,
Raw.
A brilliance
within ten thousand worlds
Aspiring to shine, Reflect.
Master cutter, where art thee?
---
I have soft toys and books(English) and money (as much as an intern can afford)
for perhaps books of the Khmer language. Link me up if you know of anyone who
is going over from Singapore.
p/s: please do not publish this if possible, i'm web-shy.
[545] Russell Neu
Singapore
Hi Julian,
I am a teacher and I used this site to teach my students about the dispararity
between those who have and those who don't.
More importantly, about how lucky they are in Sg.
Hope it is alright.
It was definitely informative and thank you.
[544] Cleo Liu
Singapore
Thank you for posting your pictures.. I've just came back from Siem Reap
a few days ago.. a group of us went to screen the children's eyes. I just followed..
The school i've been is in a so-so state. The orphanage is doing quite well,
with Singapore rotary club supporting it.. Along the way to tonle sap, we saw
people in v bad conditions too.. While cycling, i pass by a mini killing fields
in Siem Reap, saw the 3000 skulls they collected, my heart crys.. However, the
photos you took even more so...
after coming back, I was asking myself..how much have i helped the children
there? ....
[543] thivya venugopal...
sungai
petani, kedah...malaysia
hello there...
really appreciate the time n effort that u actually took..
well done..
tc...
[542] ravnish s gandhi
melbourne
hi julian great pictures. i just got a new canon kit with 2 5ds excellent
camera isnt it...i travel to singapore often and has never visually done anything
but you captured singapore well..
good on you
ravnish
[541] Arthur Lam
Singapore
Hi Julian,
What you have captured in Cambodia brings warmth and admiration to me. It must
be hard for you to go thru' the journey with the kids but I am sure that it
is harder to go thru' the sadness and pain in your heart.
Just out of curiousity, may I know where you are from and what led you to make
this journey?
God Bless,
Arthur
[540] M.C. Lee
Columbia,
MD, USA
I have been following your galleries from dpreview. Truly impressive work.
Hopefully one day I can get shots that are remotely clode to anything that you
have done.
[539] Frédéric Langeron
Liège, Belgium
Hello Julian,
Photography is one of my hobbies (I own a Nikon D70). My girl friend who is
on the forum www.terredaccueil.be told me that you did beautiful photos.
An that's true, I love your photos. Colors, compositions and texts are great.
You take a lot of pictures of people. Personally, I sparely do that as I don't
dare. I always fear to disturb people even if I know that they also could be
happy of being photographed. One of my friend told me that if you publish a
book with these pics, he'll buy it :). We wait the Korea gallery with impatience.
In the Bali gallery, you wrote that you carried a Gitzo G1027 tripod but you
didn't use it. Why didn't you use it? How do you find it? Is it tall enough?
All these questions since I want to buy a good and light tripod (a Gitzo I think)
that I won't hesitate to carry but I don't know which one... Thanks for your
answer and go on photographing!
[538] JY
Canada
Julian,
Great pictures - keep it up. Your Cambodia set just re-emphasizes the abundance
we have here in North America. Isn't it incredible how people with so little
can make do, but those with so much want even more... what a reminder to be
thankful for what one has.
Cheers,
j
[537] ANDREW SEE JOON SIONG
KUALA
LUMPUR
THANK YOU FOR BRINGING THE WORLD INTO A WIDER PERSPECTIVE. IT CERTAINLY
DOES MAKE US REALISE HOW FORTUNATE WE ARE IN THIS PART OF THE WORLD AND YET
AT TIMES WE ARE STILL COMPLAINING THAT WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH!
[536] atiquetter jenter
malaysia
its kinda horrible..i mean the poverty there rite...owh shit..make me cry
[535] aluciequetter jenter
malaysia
i wanna cry seeing this...
[534] Babar Imam
Bangalore,
India
The contrast of the mood of the photos are splendid. The two sides of the lives
of the humans. Very moving. The heart feels the emotions you are trying to portray.
Excellent photography too, very good composition.
[533] Tay Chee Kit
Malaysia
Thanks
for these beautiful pictures, in a sense that they make me realised and know
there are still very poor people exist in this world who doesn't has a proper
job, shelter and food.
After seeing these pictures, I feel so desperate to contribute like shoes to
the children collecting garbage so they won't get hurt and many more.
Please tell us how can we help you for them.
Thanks Julian.
[532] Danny Kim
S.Korea
Good Job in letting others know about how they need to respect and savior what
they have.
[531] dd
malaysia
its touched me a lot..feel like crying..
thanks God that my country isnt like this...
[530] eijie
malaysia
thanks for sharing the photo...i learnt alot from this...
[529] afzan
japan
Dear Julian,
You have remarkable talent.
And most importantly, you've touched my heart as well as thousands who must
have seen these photos. They make me remember the people in need, and they also
make me remember to be thankful to God.
Thank you for the eye-opener.
[528] Ang Choon Seong
Edinburgh,
UK
Thanks for the photos. Very nice of you to show the two sides of the coins,
of the people of Cambodia.
[527] joaquin tan
k.l.,malaysia
The contour, texture and perspective of your pictures are on par wit national
geographic. Above the rest, your pictures convey information and reality stories.
Excellent meticulous work and talents.
[526] ravin
kuala
Lumpur
it was seriously an eye opener.guess i neva thought i felt it was gonna be this
bad till i saw this pictures.Wil ve visiting cambodia in June ,i pray i will
learn much
[525] Maciek Nowakowski
Warsaw
Julian,
many thanks for sharing of those appealing photos!
Good luck and all the best,
Maciek
[524] Khoa Nguyen
US
exquisite!!!!
[523] Steve Lepouras
Greece
Hi Julian,
You have a spectacular collection of images that truly capture the spirit of
Cambodia and it's people.
[522] John
USA
Hi Julian,
I want to thank you for these images. I saw your post on dpr today as I was
looking for some 5D samples.
I must say that my family and I are always praying for the world's children
and your images help us to put faces to our prayers. I showed these images to
my 7 yr. old today as he was acting up and complaining about how he hates to
clean his room... He quickly apologized and became a joy to be around today
- again I thank you.
I hope this is okay but I immediatley was reminded of one of my favorite songs
by an artist named Derek Webb - the song is called "Rich Young Ruler",
Here are the lyrics, they are quite bold and fitting to your gallery:
Derek Webb Rich Young Ruler Lyrics
(vs. 1)
poverty is so hard to see
when it’s only on your tv and twenty miles across town
where we’re all living so good
that we moved out of Jesus’ neighborhood
where he’s hungry and not feeling so good
from going through our trash
he says, more than just your cash and coin
i want your time, i want your voice
i want the things you just can’t give me
(vs. 2)
so what must we do
here in the west we want to follow you
we speak the language and we keep all the rules
even a few we made up
come on and follow me
but sell your house, sell your suv
sell your stocks, sell your security
and give it to the poor
what is this, hey what’s the deal
i don’t sleep around and i don’t steal
i want the things you just can’t give me
(bridge)
because what you do to the least of these
my brother’s, you have done it to me
because i want the things you just can’t give me
[521] Ng Siew Bee Andre
Singapore
(based in Sydney)
Hi Juilan,
Thanks for posting photos on the Cambodia trip. It did make me reflect on myself,
thus making me ashamed. If it had not been for Jorena's post on your website,
i wouldnt know what cambodia looks like.
So if you are going back there, please let us know so that we can gather enough
stuff that the kids might need.
And by the way, great photography skills! Keep posting such photos.. they do
alter our minds in a practical way.
Sincerely,
Andre
[520] John Nielsen
Hvalsoe,
Denmark
Living a luxurious life with good paid work here in Denmark gives one second
thoughts when watching your pictures. I’ve also been told as a child to
put big efforts in my study to avoid ending as a garbage collector, off course
I’ve seen pictures of children searching for things of little value in
garbage dumps before. But your pictures brought my attention back to the issue
of the approx. 100 million children worldwide who is not offered the opportunity
of attending school.
I’ll show your pictures to my son who is 13 years of age to get him to
appreciate the live he’s living with all the gadgets modern western children
have without thinking about that not all children in the world are as fortunate
as him.
When we’re going to Bolivia on vacation I’ll have your pictures
in mind, and I’ll try to show him and of course my self similar locations
in a way to feel and smell that kind of live.
Thanks for viewing your pictures.
[519] David Forbes
Rochester,
NY
thanks for posting these. It is good to see what is going on.
[518] Greg Gilman
Great job, poverty is . . . .
[517] dom fuizzotto
montreal
nice work, keep it up
[516] Amanda M.
Jackson,
MS
These are amazing pictures.
I am headed to west Africa to serve for two years and I completely understand
your desire for people to see this side of the world.
God bless
[515] Frederique Lambooy
the
netherlands
You make beautiful pictures, i was surprised by the intesity of the pictures
you made in daylight with a 1600 (!) iso film!
This (Cambodja) is the first i see of your work,so i´m going to look further
now, at your other albums.
Keep the beauiful picture´s coming, and keep the world awake! So we wont
take "normal" life for granted!
Good luck, Frederique
[514] JB
FRANCE
Hello!!!
Simple pictures, but really pretty trough theirnatural context!
Both weeding and travel moments enjoyed me
i keep your web site in my favorite ones....
I hope to see more again....
Thank you
jb
[513] Sian Tjia
Cologne,
Germany
I am originally come from Indonesia and lives since almost 40 years in germany.
I like your pictures, your comments is true and objective. It is always a pleasure
to understand how other people left their impression about Bali. I agree with
you that the balinese people are friendly and create a good harmonious living
style with a bounce of art. I hope that in this problematic world that Bali
can overcome the terroristic severe and people will still visit bali again.
I myself have also visit after the first bomb explode, and know how dreadful
the effect ist, we still will visit next month to Bali.
Kind regards,
Sian
[512] Carsten Janiszewski
Wolfen,
Germany
Wow,
there ar some very affecting pictures you made.
Both technical and emotional pictures...realy great.
regards
Carsten
[511] C.H. Schouler
Germany
Hi!
Congratulations! I really like your pictures. Not only that they are of high
technical quality, they show your talent to find great images.
Please do not delete them, rather try to find new areas.
Well done!
CH
[510] Carsten Bürgel
Waldshut-Tiengen,
Germany
Hello Julian,
I'm deeply impressed!
I'll take my hat off!
Regards, Carsten
[509] Federico Zaza
Rome,Italy
First of all sorry for my poor English...I know i have to improve it!
You're really inspiring to me...this work is fantastic!
My dream is going to take pictures like these ,one day...there are several masterpieces
between these shots!
And, most important, they've touched my soul, my heart, so deeply...
It's incredible how it's easy go throught the pictures and see a wonderful (
and painful...those children...) story, without the need of your text ( I've
read your text the second time I've seen all the pictures... sorry but the first
time...it's something that's left me breathless..)
I think this can be (even) a great social work...
Keep on sharing!!( is it right?!)
Thank you!
[508] Po Ai
London,
UK
Awesome galleries. I particularly like your photojournalism entries (was
also in Cambodia a few months back but didn't have much time on my own to wander
round myself).
Are you from Edinburgh then? Have you been to Isle of Skye in Scotland? Might
be heading there in a few months time and am wondering what gear to bring (upgrading
to my first SLR soon)
[507] Alexander Ricci
Heidelberg,
Germany
Salve Julian,
I found the link to your site in a forum about dslr-cameras.
Great work, great picutures. I felt a strong anger and darkness when I saw the
poorness of these human beeings. As the same time I thought about my small "problems"...
I´m looking forward getting the world a better place for us all.
Best regards and always good light
Alexander
[506] Christopher Terlau
Dülmen,
NRW, Germany
Hey Wen Sheng,
a friend says to me: " hey chris, look to this side.It's really amazing
what this guy shoots.
For me, as a hobbyfotograph, it is question, what a kind cam and objectiv you
have used.
I would really be lucky about getting an answer.
Bye
Chris
[505] Sascha Koerner
Wuerzburg,
Germany
Deep impressions, big emotions...makes me hurt :(
And someone here in Germany is crying about nothing...
Will visit your site again!
Sascha
PS: If you send me an adress, I will try to collect something for the children...
[504] werner quantius
germany
Thank you that you open my eyes for this other world. Thanks that I could see
your excellent pictures. Sometimes I had to laugh, sometimes I have thought
longer about the pictures and sometimes, I had to cry. But what all pictures
have, is a mad expression strength.
Dear greetings from Cologne, Germany
Werner
[503] miriam choi
san
diego, California
wow. your picture are amazing. im doing a 3o hour famine with my church,
and i was lost in getting money, and making it a huge competition that i completely
forgot about the kids...thanks for the wake up call. god bless.
[502] Joey Tang
Singapore
Great photos! Superb composing skill. Somehow I could "see" a story
in every pic. Really very well taken.
[501] Lavdim Elshani
Deutschland.
Köln
Hallo die bilder sind echt schön aber auch so taurig wenn man überlegt
das es so was in der welt giebt aber ich finde das sie es super mchen und ich
hoffe sie machen so weiter=)
[500] david Howard
brussels
Very nice set of photos--The website below may be of interest to you. The Nooderlicht
Photo Festival is held in Holland in September this year and the topic is Asia
from the perspective of asian photographers.
You may want to get them something before the deadline which is in a couple
of days (3 april). Good luck.
http://www.noorderlicht.com/eng/newfest/index.html
[499] Iam Nemo
Quebec,,
Canada
Superb pictures of Cambodia and its people. Realistic yet artistic look at the
life there, putting human faces to misery. The light is exceptional!
[498] JM
Philippines
Great photos. We visited Siem Reap and Angkor Wat last Dec. I didn't know Phom
Phen is this poor. It's quite sad. I hope Cambodia can get back on track.
[497] joelle bizet
belgium
The pictures are really wonderful; some of them are quit hard to look, as it's
reality.
Thank you so much for your work
[496] Julian Porter
Southampton
UK
Very mooving images, great photojournalism and very interesting,
jules
[495] Silton Buendia
Hawaii,
United States
Great photos and good work. I know how it feels to be in such a place, I've
experienced something similar a couple years back in Vietnam. It makes you realize
just how lucky we are and that you are greatful for all you have. Keep it up
and its by doing this and exposing it that you are helping. If it changes just
one person into helping even just a little, then it was all worth it. Good luck
in the future.
Silton
www.magjipro.com
[494] Peter Sarkany
Budapest,
Hungary
hi Julian, thanx 4 the images, i like them just as much, as i like the movie
"Donnie Darko", and i can tell You that i like that movie a lot...
..somehow i feel the persons You shoot just love You, and they don't see the
"rich guy from a rich place with an expensive camera" thing in You,
that is very nice...
sorry 4 the poor english,
byepeter
[493] J Goodwin
Ireland
Came from DP review, nice photography of a dreadful scene thanks for sharing
we really have no idea how lucky we are.
[492] Bruce Conner
Indianapolis,
Indiana USA
Wonderful photos and these are some of the best of southeast asia that I've
seen. Hopefully you are going to make a book of your travels there. You have
a great eye for visual impact.
About 25% of the images failed to load but I went out of your site and then
returned and all but one image loaded.
Regards,
Bruce Conner
[491] Renaud LAFFONT
Sanary,
France
Hello, thanks for this testimony of the situation in Cambodia. Your photos
are very powerful, the wide angle putting the reality right in our face. I was
moved by them.
thanks
kind regards
Renaud
[490] Sean Taylor
Gold
Coast, Australia
You are an inspiration!
I find it ridiculously stupid that I even care a fraction about what I wear
to work or on the weekend or out for dinner, yet I do still care. Society demands
it of me.
I care for my friends and family and see the joy in my 2 year old sons beautiful
eyes and it makes me so sad and disillusioned to even contemplate my boy in
that horrid and desolate environment or rather hopeless situation.
I have a number of Indian friends that have told me many stories about life
in Mumbai and the surrounding areas and these images so perfectly reflect the
mental pictures I have of their many disgusting tales. I am selfish and I am
weak but I am aware and I am empathetic. I know you need more than words to
help these wonderful and beautiful people but words are all I am prepared to
give right now.
Please know that you have touched my soul with these images and that I truly
hope one day when my own selfish desires are well behind me, that I proactively
contribute to the solution and become more than an aware and sympathetic soul,
but stand up by taking action and making a difference as you have.
I do not believe in God but I believe in pure people and you my friend are truly
one of them.
My deepest thanks for your vision and kindest regards.
Sean
[489] Kim
St.
Louis, MO
Wow! I am truly humbled by these photographs. You are very gifted and I
believe that God gave you this talent for a reason. Please keep bringing your
gifts to all of us, you have a great purpose, and it is appreciated.
[488] Gaye Miller
Melbourne
Australia
Hi Julian
Congratulations on your wonderful photos.
I'm not Bill Gates, but I am trying to help the children of Cambodia.
I'm holding a fundraising dinner in July to raise funds to open a halfway house
in Siem Reap. We are trying to put together a power point presentation. I would
like your permission to reproduce some of your photos for this.
If you want to check my background?
www.yatesweb.com click on Cambodia, then
click on Gaye Miller
If you agree, full acknowledgment will be given to you.
Best wishes.
Gaye Miller
[487] Valentina Yulita Dyah Utari
Surabaya,
Indonesia
Dear Julian,
I am impressed by your pictures. I am sure you can spread the message to the
world. That we have to work together to have a better world for our children.
For they are the future. Good luck.
Best regards,
Valentina Yulita Dyah Utari
[486] Tiffany Schmitt
Wausau,
Wi USA
Thank You for sharing this. I will be passing this on to everyone I know
so that maybe we can all make a difference.
[485] Randy Dutton
Madison
Heights, MI
Thank you!
[484] Lynn Cole
Houston,
TX USA
Julian,
I enjoyed the first post considerably and I see the few rough edges fading away
as you continue your shooting.
I just looked at your Cambodian photos and find them to very powerful.
Keep up the good work. I look forward to seeing more of your photos in the future.
Thanks for sharing your work.
Lynn Cole
[483] Felipe Rodriguez
Seville,
Spain
HI!
I went here from your thread on dpreview. I am impressed. Good work. Great photojournalism.
Sad and striking stories here, but also tenderness and empathy.
Best regards from Spain!
Felipe
[482] Mark
Seattle,
WA
Thanks for posting your portfolio on your trip to Cambodia - I very much
enjoyed the photos as they were technically very good but more importantly emotionally
stirring - great photography.
[481] Ben
Germany
(A silent, thoughtful:) Wow.
Accounts of situations like these are what every teenager in the western world
needs to see, to regain a certain perspective, to put things into perspective.
To create some self reflection when we can't afford that new camera or the 30th
t-shirt. Heck, not just teenagers, everybody. I see myself as more aware of
the larger world than most other people, but accounts like these rattle me awake
just the same.
Thank you.
[480] Ernesto Feliciano
Humacao,
Puerto Rico
Excellent photos and that is only on the Bali gallery, now I am going to look
the other galleries. Thanks for letting me see all these wonderful photos. Ernesto
[479] dave sanders
vancouver,
bc, canada
caught the link to your gallery on dpreview.com. i spent a month in cambodia
in 2001 as part of a year-long asian trip and i must say that your images brought
back many memories and feelings. you've captured the overall feeling of the
country well and your photographs are excellent...well-composed, artistic and
leagues above the schlock that usually clutters online forums. i do hope your
are trying to sell these to a magazine, print or otherwise.
i have to say that you have most successfully captured the misery and happiness
that exist together in such countries...burma was the country that captivated
me like no other and i have since returned because i found the people, despite
their crushing poverty friendly, warm and happy. in all honesty, i've heard
more cambodians and burmese singing and dancing than i ever have canadians and
americans. people go to these countries with fixed images in their mind and
often seek out experiences that reinforce that image...if they want poverty,
they find poverty; if they want mystery and mysticism, they find that too. you
seem to have gone in with eyes open and captured something vital and real. or
perhaps you sought and saw the same things that i did. regardless, it was in
cambodia on the back of a motorcycle with countyside blinking by that the realization
hit me that there is a real difference between intellectually knowing that it's
a big, amazing, world and viscerally feeling it, really knowing it. your photos
are a fantastic record of that visceral realization.
dave
[478] Hung Tien Vo
Viet
Nam
Great photos. They all impressed me lots.. Thanks for sharing
[477] Louis
New
York City, USA
Great shots, how are you scanning your shots? and with what scanner?
Thanks, keep shooting!
[476] Cindy McDonald
Kaniva
Australia
I am a photo journalist
I have just viewed your gallery or should I say documentary and I can only say
one thing to you.
Well done.
[475] Roland Pallagi
Budapest,
Hungary
Thank you for sharing this exceptional photo series with us. Looking forward
to see more from you in the future.
Greetings from Hungary
[474] Mark Leister
Ohio,
USA
Very touching photographs, you have quite the eye.
[473] fuaad alattas
malaysia
you have a marvellous picture here!
i admire your collection!
wish that i can shoot pictures like you!
fuaad alattas
www.fuaadalattas.com
http://avicenna.fotopages.com
[472] rebekah
hey
julian,
i'm a friend of cynthia and she recommended me your site. this is the second
comment from me, but since i looked through your pictures again this morning
a little more carefully, i thought i should write a lbit more.
i'm glad you didn't delete the cambodia's gallery, even if it was painful for
you to see it again. some of the pictures are heartbreaking, but you juxtaposed
it with hopeful ones as well. together, they make a powerful message. i understand
how much courage it takes to point a camera at human suffering. i can't do that
yet. it's much easier to take happy faces...pretty things.
but if these pictures can move people into donating or volunteering their time,
then i think you would have given to the children back for the moment you captured
from them.
[471] Francesco Gallarotti
New
York, USA
An incredible page, worth of National Geographic... I am really impressed by
your work.
[470] Tom Melanson
Old
Saybrook, CT USA
Outstanding work!
Were it not for the stark nature of the subject matter, one could say beautiful
work.
Tom
[469] Henrik Nilsson
North
Vancouver, BC
You know, this is the best use of a camera I have seen in a long, very long,
time. A large degree of life is about perspective. What you've done with this
work should certainly serve as a reminder of how fortunate many of us are.
[468] Tommi
Helsinki
wow..
I'm speechless. Great, powerful photos. It's good to see some reality for once
in a while, really gets your feet back on the ground - at least for a while.
Thanks. Tommi
[467] Yan
Virginia
,US
Well done.You stoped me buying $50.00 shoes after seeing the bleeding foot
of the child in Bali. Very touching pictures,I should be thankful and happy
about my life.Thank you.
[466] Kao Wen Sheng
Singapore
Was archiving some slide film when i remembered the trip to Cambodia, will link
this site to my blog & really appreciate the photographs you have taken,
touching they are.
[465] Robert Schinner
Paris,France
Hello Julian,
I thank you for this deep reportage.
Please keep on this work.
greetings from paris
R.S.
[464] Andre Virmond Lima Bittencourt
Curitiba,
Paraná, Brasil
Unfortunatly that is the rality of many countrys from southern hemisfere
to northern hemisphere. Each one that comes to show that reality is contributing
greatly to change the facts by showing the hypocrisy of the governments and
the policy regimes of economical groups that have the power of money all around
the world.
Congratulations Sheng
Andre
[463] Tom Farrelly
London
...UK
All i can say is "Wow", what a great Photo-journalist site into
the way of life in Cambodia, you really brought home the struggle in everyday
life here, whish we all so easily take for grated, its a place i am really hoping
one day i can visit and take in the life out there ........ all the best ........Tom
[462] lim keidi
singapore.
Your pictures made me tear,
and pierced through my heart
like the words of Jesus.
These chidren ought to be receiving education and going to school..
But I know God will provide them,
surely and eventually.
They are children of heaven!
Great works.
May God continue to use your talents to serve him and the people around you.
[461] le tuan anh
Viet
Nam
Hi Julian!
Photos about Vietnam very nice! I like its!
Thanks for sharing!
http://www.pbase.com/ltanh
[460] Firishta
Québec
Canada
OUF ! In french....
I am completely touched by your photos... Thank you for sharing those moments...
Life blessed you...
Firishta
[459] Craig Lewis
Phila.
USA
Very impressive work. I look at many travel photos and they start to look
alike (ie. the mountians, waterfalls, streems, flowers ), you get the picture.
These picture capture the essence of the Cambodian culture. As I scrolled down
I couldn't wait to see the next picture, I was captivated.
GREAT WORK!!
[458] Robert Peters
USA
"Unprotected" is both artistically and emotionally so on target. Great
job.
[457] Boris Filipov Hadzhipetkov
Stara
Zagora, Bulgaria
Hi
Wen Sheng,
I am a regular visitor of dpreview.com where I read reviews and browse the forums.
I am very keen on travelling photography but don't owe a camera so I am just
enjoying others' people work and try to learn from them. I am really impressed
with the Cambodian pics and watchnig them I was instantly brought to this far
country, getting a lot from the atmosphere you captured during your trip. Undoubtedly,
the quality of the pics is stunning but in my oppinion,what makes them stand
out is this mixture of various emotions, ranging from pure joy to the life-burden
of those marginalized people you so precisely transmitted to us.
keep up with the good work
much luck
boris;-))))))))))))
[456] rebekah
aizu, japan
great pictures you have julian. very expressive. you capture emotions well.
[455] H Shahani
Los
Angeles
keep up the good work buddy.
H
[454] Benny
I
really like your photos, they show the poverty in the third world very good.
As I'm currently reading 'The End of Poverty : Economic Possibilities for Our
Time' it's even harder to watch at your photos.
Maybe you are going to look at our Website en.sonne-international.org - we're
trying to help poor people in Africa...
Benny
[453]Andreas Janiak
Hamburg
very nice pics
[452] Marcel Rothmund
Zurich
Many thanks for showing me your beautiful and touching pictures. The world
would be a better place, if we were willing to share our richness.
[451] krissi klinaftakis
chilliwack,
BC, Canada
hi I'm Krissi, I'm 16 years old and I am one of those people that like looking
good with the fashion these's days. After I was reading over your site it made
me look at things in a different perspective. I also read that you would like
donations... I would be more than happy to give my stuff away to help others
around the world, if you can get back to me and let me know how I can do this
to help that would be great!
please e-mail me bk!
krissi k.
[450] T. O. Nash
Everett,
WA, U.S.A.
Thank you for sharing your pictures and trip with us. So many of the pictures
did not show up tho. If you were to upload them at about 72/96 ppi, they would
load faster and most likely all show up.
There are so many conditions like this around the world.
Even afte looking for full time employment for 4 yrs and not being able to pay
my bills here in America, I am better off.
Regards,
Tom Nash
[449] Michael Spotts
Temecula,
California, USA
Incredible work. I run a journalism team that documents missioaries and
relief situations around the world, so I can empathize with your feelings. I
just returned from Moscow a month ago and I am always repulsed at even my own
demand for liesure when so many others have nothing. Truly the Lord is good,
making a way for man to be saved from the horrors of this world. The Bible promises
that the Holy Spirit is working in the hearts of all men (including those children)
convicting them of sin and drawing them toward a confession of their need for
His forgiveness.
Thanks so much.
-Mike:.
www.michaelspotts.com
[448] Sihol HS
Indonesia
Great touching pictures..
Almost same conditions happened in our country.
What an unfair world..
[447] Tony
San
Francisco, USA
And I thought Isaan areas of Thailand was bad, which made me cried.
[446]
Alec Ee
Singapore
Hi Julian,
I had a quick look at this folder about Cambodia. Some lovely photo journalistic
images and great wide angle compositions. You have potential. Will look at more
folders soon. Thanks for sharing.
Alec Ee Photography
www.elanist.com/alec
[445] Deepak Rao
Bangalore
India
Very moving gallery. Not easy to see these images without a feeling of guilt
that there should be this much disparity in the world.
Its a bit like that in India too but not so bad [at least in the urban areas],
and I guess we get into the habit of looking but not 'seeing'
[444] Blake
Houston
Your pictures cause emotions of all kinds to rush to the surface. Thank
you for taking the time to make this gallery knowing full well that it wouldn't
be easy for you to do. Americans and other countries alike forget their position
in life and perspective like the ones here force the viewers to question themselves
and their lives.
Thank you
[443] Russell McBride
Denville,
USA
Simply wonderful. Thanks for taking the time to put this together; it reminds
me why I love photography so much....
Cheeeeers,
Russ
[442] mirko
Freiburg
- Germany
Great work Julian.
Again congratulations!
Thanks for visiting the dforum again and showing your pictures!
Good luck!
[441] julian
isle
of man
hi julian.
great name by the way.
i have come across some of your photo sets before and have always enjoyed looking
through them.
these pics from cambodia are amazing. i love the way you get up close and involved
with your subjects. the photos have a very personal feel to them and it comes
through strongly in the pics themselves and your descriptions.
i think your work can bring home the plight of these people in as pleasant a
way as possible.
i look forward to seeing more of your work in the future
[440] Anette Monroe
Clearwater,
Florida
Beautiful !!
[439] Tomasz Domagalski
Warsaw, Poland
Great pictures, sad by I have enjoyed them a lot. Regards,
[438] antonio cilona
palermo
italy
poorness is a step behind the real paradise...
my compliments
Antonio
[437] Tara Jasper
Santa
Rosa, CA
Thank you for sharing your work with the world. It's very hard to take a look
at what's really going happening. Anyone who sees your photos will be moved
to make their lives more meaningful.
[436] Anil K Bouri
Chicago,
USA
Well thought arrangement of photos. Excellent narratives to accompany your
work. Very nice compositions and you really caught the emotion of the moment
in a still picture. Job well done. I really enjoyed this collection and look
forward to passing it on to others.
[435] Vaclav Vlk
Denmark
very impressive!!
[434] Dimitri Callens
Deerlijk,
Belgium
I was looking for great pictures and found them. As an extra, my conscience
was kicked.
[433] Robert Hall
Lancaster,
SC USA
Very touching photographs...and sad. Thank you for sharing.
Robert
[432] Malcolm Moore
London,
England
What amazing photo's - True photo journalism.....!
The powerful pictures from the rubbish dump remind us of our own wealth and
compancency.
Many thanks.
- I'll be thinking of your pictures for awhile...
Malcolm.
[431] Richard McCabe
Commerce
twp. Michigan USA
May God Bless them and you for bringing the message. I'll do what I can.
[430] M. A. Novoselac
Chicago,
USA
Incredible photo's! You have a wonderful talent for showing life as it is
lived.... be it good, bad, happy or sad.
[429] Brian Turner
Griffin,
Georgia USA
This is a very moving essay. Very well photographed..::The latter pictures
brought me to tears...
[428] Ronald
Moon
Twp, USA
Very nice photo shoot. I wish my abilities with a camera would match halve
of yours. In addition, you did not only take great pcitures, but you captured
the audience (me in this case) with great explanations of why you took certain
pictures.
Ronald
[427] Erik Hejl
Kansas
City, USA
Greetings Julian,
I found your gallery from DPReview, as I'm sure many people have. Living in
relative wealth here in the US, here we often forget (or never become aware)
that places like this exist.
Thank you.
[426] roland vandenbulcke
Belgium
wet eyes are the results from your beautiful pictures, I am speechless
Respekt roland
[425] Silas Denny
Bradley
CA, USA
Your pictures are amazing. We just don’t know what to say. I feel
sorry for those poor children in the garbage dump.
[424] Peter Witzke
Copenhagen,
Denmark
Dear Julian,
firstly congratulations with some really "nice" pictures from a technical
point of view.
When this is said I must admit that you've just made my day worse. Life and
the real world really goes beyond my fantasy and I'm shocked to see kids like
this.
Nevertheless I believe we need to see pictures from the real world in order
to make it better - it just hurts a lot.
Keep on taking such pictures!
Best regards from Denmark,
Peter
PS: I saw the original link from Dpreview.
[423] john clay
a fantastic set of photos - excellent work and interesting narrative
[422] Bac Lam
Darwin
Australia
Good photos but excellent heart
[421] Dave Worboys
London,
England
Some truly inspirational photos, and also some moving ones. Made me look
at things around here in a different light.
Keep at it :)
[420] yiannis christodoulides
Nicosia,
Cyprus
Absolutely heartbreaking
[419] Ken Carson
UK
Thanks for the pictures, I have wanted to go to Cambodia because at present
it looks like the Bangkok / Thailand that I grew up in late sixties early seventies,
less commercial. The people at the tip same world over I remember seeing kids
families like that in Bangkok even at a young age I realised how fortunate I
was.
Kind Regards Ken Carson
[418] John Wang
San
Diego, CA
great pictures.
[417] Simon Ritchie
Sydney,
Australia
Well done, exceptional work.
Now those are photographs !
[416] Janet Mah
Calgary,
Canada
I am a friend of Cynthia's. We work in Japan together. She sent me your
Cambodia pictures because I'm going there in a couple of days. I'll be going
there with a group called GGM (Greatest Gift Ministries). There will be 9 of
us going this time around. We're delivering gift boxes that we've collected
in the past 6 months to children at an orphanage (Rescue) and an HIV/AIDS hospice.
We'll also be reaching out to these children by sharing the Gospel with them.
We'll be working with about 150 children.
This will be my first time in South East Asia and my first time to be standing
face to face with poverty. Your photo gallery gave me a taste of what I may
be seeing. It was painful but touching. Seeing the big smiles on those kids'
faces in spite of their struggles to survive amazes me. I find myself with a
mix of emotions, seeing such sadness in some of the children's eyes and yet,
so much contentment in the others.
I'm looking forward to the experience!
God Bless,
Janet
[415] stephen mclaren
london
Hi Julian,
From one scottish 5d owner to another......well done, a very brave piece of
work...why not send them to Panos Picture Agency (pics@panos.co.uk). They have
twelve shots from the same location in their stock, but I think some of yours
are stronger.
If you are in London in the future, drop me an email, I'd like to hear more
about your future assignments. I'm just back from Cuba (pre getting my 5d)...some
results at (www.flickr.com/photos/djdeeprub)
Best of luck
Stephen
PS I'm using the 16-35 a lot and like you am always tempted to go very wide
with the result of a bit of distortion on people's faces...I keep trying to
remind myself to not got go so wide....
[414] amanda nguyen
seattle
wa usa
i just went on a trip in december to vietnam...i brought about 2000 dollars
back to the orphanages that my family in vietnam are aquianted with. this is
what southeast asia looks like...my friend emailed me this link i saw your first
couple of pictures and i thought oh white guy going to fucking cambodia and
romantizing the shit out of 3 world poverty...but then i started reading the
commentary...thanks for checking your first world prilievge at the door. im
a photography and film student and i processed my film from my trip but i can't
push my self to print them because i hate artists photographers to go to the
exotic and bank off of 3rd world realities to go home to comfort and forget.
for me vietnam is my people...we should talk about the politics of art and the
3rd world movement...oh and the 3rd world exists in the us its called the south
...i don't even wanna get started on iraq...
in peace and solidarity
amanda
[413] J Cobb
Tulsa,
USA
Very moving photo essay. I've made a donation to the CCH general fund in your
name, and encourage everyone else who sees this to do the same. $25 is nothing
if it saves and enriches a life. Thank you.
[412] yonatan sutono
Tangerang,
Indonesia
It's really sad to know that there are so many people in the world livin
in the situation like it. And you know something, it's not only in Cambodia,
back to my own country, it's also have the same situation...
Well, can't say anything more, it's sad but thats life...
[411] Darko Zivkovic
Backa
Palanka, Serbia
Dear Julian,
I found the link to this gallery on the Dpreview forum. This gallery is magnificent
and is a true photojournalism report. I hope you will have time to go again
and take some old toys for those kids. Best photo for me is "survival".
It tells a lot.
Well done Julian, I will send this link to my photography friends here in Serbia,
so I am sure it will be visited a lot.
[410] Michel Cadoret
Québec
Canada
I am very much mouve by your pictures. thanks for doing them and thanks shoing
them.
Michel C.
http://cado-photo.tripod.com/123go/
[409] Hilary Dillah
Malaysia
Very good gallary, thank you for sharing with us.
[408] david
belle
mead USA
powerful stuff!
[407] Bill Johnson
NY
, USA
Great Work.....
[406] Turi Syahdarina
Indonesia
I love all your foto Wen Sheng...!!
Those are great fotos.
Nice color and humanis...
But I dont know...why many fotos be distortion ?
[405] Bradley Spare
Los
Angeles, California, USA
Touching gallery, Julian. This makes me feel frivolous when buy fancy camera
gear. Thanks for sharing your wonderful trip...
Bradley
BTW - I found your site via dpreview.com.
[404] budi
jakarta
Indonesia
Very nice pic...
Great jobs Julian....
[403] Derek Hampson
Sylvan
Lake, USA
Wow! You did a great job of documenting your experience. I'm sure that being
there watching those kids spending their days at the garbage dump was 100 times
harder than my viewing your pictures and reading your comments.
You must have a great Sunday School teacher!
I know you struggled with this but thanks for posting. dh
[402] khairil hatta
malaysia
i am very touched with all the pictures shown here, especially those depicting
the poor condition of their live. it makes me feel that with all the money that
some countries spent on engaging themselves into unneccessary war should be
channelled to these unfortunates.
kudos to you.
[401] DAve Cheatham
Phoenix
AZ
Your style of photography is my favorite...contact me by e-mail and I will
donate to this organization
[400] Hung
Australia
Thank you for sharing a wonderful portfolio.
All the best.
Hung
[399] Kristianto Gunawan T
Semarang,
Indonesia
Very nice shot, there are many humanism photo and have been taken with a
good angle and dramatically moment, Good Job, Regards
[398] Mark Eastaugh
BATAM
Indonesia
Julian,
Very moving, very powerfully told story - this is photojournalism at it's best
and most useful, showing facets of a world we don't know about, or perhaps don't
want to think about.
You are very talented.
Mark
[397] Larry Hughes
Moncton,
New Brunswick, Canada
Very moving photos
[396] chatri
thailand
excellent.
[395] James Pyun
New York, NY
Hello Julian. I was browsing through dpreview.com when I saw the word Cambodia.
Immediately, I clicked on it and saw your gallery.
Let me just say that after watching Seoul Train and seeing your gallery to compound
on top of that, it really stirred me up; here I am worrying about my grades
and my career when there are people who don't have an education and can't even
enjoy things like art, science and photography.
It's galleries like yours that cause people to go into action and do things
to make this world a better place for all. For that, I thank you and I encourage
you to continue to hone your skills and use all that full frame sensor to its
fullest!!! I look forward to your next gallery and wish all the best for you.
[394] Patrick Svenburg
Washington,
DC
Julian,
just found your Cambodia folder today via a link on DWF. I must congratulate
you on a phenomenal reportage. Not only do you posess excellent technical skills
in your photography, but you obviously have a strong and natural connection
to your subjects and a wonderful story telling ability.
Most of all, the topic is ever so important.
Thank you for using your creative eye and passion to bring attention to the
situation of the children of Cambodia.
Patrick
Washington, DC
[393] jane scott
london
Excellent work. Iam a school teacher in London and done similar projects
where the kids here have donated their shoes to children in need in Africa.
The kids love being involved and even though they are inner city relatively
poor kids they want to give so much. I am going to Cambodia in August would
welcome being of any assistance to benefit both partys. Communication is the
best thing in the world
jane
[392] Ruut Bol
Schiedam,
The Netyherlands
I was attended to your photo's by the posting on Dpreview. Your material
is realy very impressive. Combined with the capture info it lets people think...
this is a completely different world then most of us are living in.
Very impressive, thank you for sharing!
Ruut
[391] Rick Sostaric
Cleveland,
United States
I was very moved by your photos. I too am a photographer and own a small studio
in the Cleveland area. I also belong to a running club. Each year we have a
banquet and the members bring in there old shoes and we donate them to a local
agency. We get lots of shoes at this event. If there was a way to get these
into the hands (and on the feet) of the children that needed them I would pay
to have them shipped. Excellent photos and narative. Photography at its finest.
Please let me know if I can help.
Regards,
Rick Sostaric
http://www.pbase.com/4rixpix/weddings
[390] Günther Ciupka
Germany
Hallo Julian,
a very good work, your serie about Cambodia. Congratulation. I like specialy
the Fotostil with the 16/35 Lins.
I also will buy me the 5d, with the same linses you have, but also with a 100
Macro. Your Fotos have give me good inspiration. Excuse my english.
Best regards
günther ciupka
If you want you can take a look on my side.
www.fotocommunity.de or dot com.
[389] md
calif,
usa
Nice narritive, nice pics...
[388] Robert L.
Chicago,
Illinois
Thank You for posting your images. You have an excellent eye for a good
image and a compassion for your subject. Please post more images whenever the
inspiration comes. The 5D is obviously very capable. But it's just a tool...you
are the important one in making these images. Thanks Again.
Robert
[387] aravind
India
Great pictures man. Reall liked the pictures of kids!. Wonderful expression
on their faces. Thanks for sharing, aravind
[386] Nina
Washington
DC
Great shots! I looove travelling too! Interesting comments under the photos.
Seeing you through your pictures..you seem like a very positive person :) Best!
[385] Eric Fung
Vancouver,
Canada
Great pictures
[384] John Hurley
U.S.A.
Very moving. It must have been very difficult to make some of these images.
I have photographed childern with very serious illness and it can be quite Humbling.
It almost brings me to tears just writting about it. Great work
[383] Peter L. Wong
States
One of the greatest story to be told. This is one of the best starting point
to tell that story.
I am speechless. I can't say anything more. I have nothing to add. The images
told the story. I hope you are willing to display all your shots from Cambodia...even
the 'bad' (techinically bad) ones. I want to experience as much as I can. I
want to learn. I want to see what you saw.
thanks
peter
[382] Jason Evans
Vancouver,
Canada
Wow!, incredible photo essay. You have inspired me to be more pro-active
and support a child in Cambodia.
Best Regards, Jason Evans.
[381] Mark Shannon
Oxfordshire
UK
A superb inciteful collection, particularly find the rubbish dump sequence
a compelling and moving piece of work. For me, the best photographs are Inside,
Red and Black and Rich Mans house for distilling the hardships and painful realities
of these peoples existence into individual excellent compositions. Would easily
find their way into a NG article.
Keep Recording
Mark Shannon
[380] Stacy Baird
Los
Angeles, CA
Thank you for sharing this amazing experience. Through your eyes the world
can learn. You are a bold and capable photographer and your images as your actions
are compelling.
[379] Marcellino Santoso
Delft,
the Netherlands
i... am... speechless....
I had a relationship with a Cambodian college girl like several months back,
now i somehow understand her point of view of what she said back then....
Dude... superb job !!
[378] Mats Christensson
Malmo,
Sweden
Im glad that i saw ur photos.
Makes me think.
So much talk about lenses and photos
of nature, already here at DPreview.
Ur photos and text are very good.
Also much needed.
Thanks for sharing. U made my day.
/Mats
[377] Olli Kuitunen
Jyväskylä,
Finland
Great gallery, you have some very powerful photos. You've really managed
to do something that most photogs can't, that is seized the moment as it is.
As a result, these photos seem very natural - not artificial of theatrical -
and I actually felt as if I were there in person. I can't even begin to imagine
how life must be for these poor souls, but you did pretty great job conveying
the atmosphere.
-Olli
[376] Andrea Kaciniel
Uk
What beautiful powerful photographs.
They made me feel so strongly, so ashamed that in this day and age we can allow
this to happen in a world that has an abundance of so much. What are we playing
at?
[375] Michael Schwiefert
Arlesheim
Switzerland
Hello Julian
verry impressive pictures but very sad one.Perhaps I could help a little by
a sponsorship.
Please let me know how much monney is needed for one child and one year.
And I would like to know, are you a professionel photographer?
Best regards
Michael
[374] THOMAS MULDOON
HOWTH,
IRELAND
HI, YOU PHOTOS LEFT ME SPEACHLESS.WELL DONE
[373] Daday Rahmat Hidayat
Jakarta,
Indonesia
Very humanis portraiture..
Good shoot..
[372] Stephen McCurry
Coleraine,
UK
Julian,
I always watch the DPReview boards waiting for your next lot of photographs.
I think you are an amazing photographer and as good a documentary image maker
as I have seen.
This photo story, however, blew me away. You have transmitted a real connection
to the subject matter with perfectly composed and intriguing shots. But, for
me you have managed to make much more than just good photographs, you have made
me feel certain emotions through viewing the images and to me that is what being
an artist is all about.
You are a true artist and I have enjoyed taking the time to look at your site
once again.
I wish you all the best for your future and I believe it when you say you will
return to the areas you have photographed here. The connection you have shown
through your images is a permanent one I feel.
Kind regards,
Stephen McCurry.
[371] Andreas Schober
Germany
Hey!
very good pictures! Really!
Best from germany!
Andi Schober
www.hoehlenfoto.de
[370] Andrea Vicentini
ITALY
Very very very good Job!!!!
[369] Magdy Aly
London
excellent very well done, so are you happy with d5 :)
[368] farid maruf
Jakarta,
Indonesia
Amazing how your photos touch my emotion.
Thanks for sharing.
[367]
Scott J Miller
Pitlochry,Scotland
The photographs are beautiful in a sad way.
[366] Ted Salveta
Royal
Oak, Michigan, USA
Powerful images. A very moving journal. Well done.
[365] Uus Gumilar
Doha,
Qatar
Great Picture and naration..pall
nice to see your webpage
Regard
Ugie
www.jasminefoto.com
[364] John Rodriguez
Alhambra,CA
Your photos tell a very touching story. Thank you for sharing them. John
[363] Liat Barda
Isarel
Hi,
I liked the pictures and the stories comes with them.
It is amazing how different our life can be......
I felt as if i was there...
keep on with the great work
Liat
[362] AGabriel
Madison
Awesome pictures....
Thanks,
ag
[361] Kevin Bryan
Gray,
Tennessee
your pictures are very moving and reveal to me how fortunate I am.
[360] Martin Eisenhawer
Münchenbuchsee, Switzerland
Dear Julian,
congratulations to a good presentations of life in Cambodia and for your good
eye. I appreciated seeing your work a lot, having been in Cambodia myself.
Keep up the good work.
Best wishes
Martin
[359] Gianfranco Gonzales
Milan
- Italy
Very deep pictures, nothig less of Salgado could have done.
My congratualtion.
[358] John
England
Very moving images,I have small children and felt very, very protective
of my own children whilst viewing your shots. What is going on in the world
when this is going on under our very noses.
Stunning image quality. Your a very skilled guy
[357] cdp
santa
ana, ca usa
I think that your three in a basket picture, here http://www.julian.li/cambodia/IMG_3541a.jpg
is awesome. it makes me smile and laugh a little. it is a very strong message
towards hope
[356] Rusiatie Suryadi
Singapore
He Julian.... great photos... and "very julian!"... thanks for
sharing your stories while we were in Manila and for the very touching pics.
[355] Terry Amos
Budapest , Hungary
Your style and work are trully amazing, well done,I have great respect
for photographers that can handle this kind of reportage work (and you are on
holiday)which makes it even more unbelievable. More people in this world need
to open their eyes to such problems, keep up the good work.
[354] Henry Adebonojo
USA
Julian,
I like the pictures you have displayed here. Overall they are very thoughtfully
created and they celebrate life as well as challenge the viewer to contend with
what they are looking at. Well done.
Henry
[353] Jesper de Jong
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Hello Julian,
Beautiful and emotional photo's. Thank you.
I have been in Laos and Cambodia for a month myself (8 February - 9 March).
I have some photos on http://jesper.fotopic.net
In Cambodia I have also been to Tuol Sleng and the Choeng Ek killing field.
It's very impressive and unimaginable what happened there between 1975 and 1979.
Yet the people there are so friendly and happy, even though many of them are
very poor and have almost nothing to live from. I hope the future will be better
for them.
Here are two of the photos I made at Tuol Sleng:
http://jesper.fotopic.net/p27014478.html
http://jesper.fotopic.net/p27014481.html
Jesper
[352] Elia Van Tuyl
Palo
Alto, CA
Dear Jason,
Thanks for your work. I work closely with Mech Sokha, the director of CCH to
help shape its future and to fundraise.
I was just there in November, and will return in June.
You may be interested in the internet slideshow I did about Steung Meanchey
and CCH . If so, go to:
www.vantuyl.info/cch.html
Best wishes,
Elia Van Tuyl
[351] Tony Quan
San
Diego, CA
I'm truely amazed with your ability to retell your adventure. It really
inspired me to visit all this exotic place. Thank you for sharing your wonderful
journey with me. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to see more goodie from
you. - Tony Quan (http://www.tonyquan.com)
[350] Rosalind Van Tuyl
Chicago
IL
Truly remarkable work. I am blown away.
[349] Anhul Chauhan
Singapore
Simply Brilliant. I love the kind of subjects you choose.Please keep it
up - I am spending a lot of time looking at your photos.
[348] Peter
Perth, Australia
Incredible pictures - thanks for sharing them. Everyone should see them...
[347] richard overtoom
frauenfeld,
switzerland
hi Julian
congratulations on this gallery, its stunning!
very well documented and terrific pics.
all the best, richard
[346] Anthony Chiusano
Staten
Island, NY USA
Thank you for sharing such a moving gallery.
Very disturbing to see how these people live in a garbage dump.
But OTOH, I have to question their inner desire to improve on this...because
they keep having more children!
I guess this is life as they know it, and accept it.
Thanks again.
[345] John Doyle
Montreal
Canada
I got the link from http://www.dpreview.com/
forums for the Cambodia pictures. They are amazing. I was expecting the usual
holiday pictures and I was floored. I have been back to look athem a few times
and am showing them to others. I would like to be able to do half as well as
you.
Thank you for sharing you are very inspiring.
John Doyle
[344] Stephen Powers
San
Diego
WOW! Great picks! I love them all...
Stephen Powers
[343] Tim Feak
Guernsey
UK
Lovely work and a worthwhile and thought provoking subject. Great to see
someone using a camera in a way that makes you think.
Thanks for the inspiration
[342] Steffen
London
This is photography! Great ..... and the tool isn't important, but it supports
the message well.
Thanks a lot, for that journey!
You don't just document, you bring life of another part of the world in our
hearts. I think that this is the best what a photographer can achieve!
= You are at the top. Congratulations!
[341] Alex Robinson
San
Francisco
Were all these photos taken in phnom pen? ::::where are you located? I work
with a travel site InsideOut www.insideoutmag.com
and we have events a couple times a year in San Francisco.::::I am on my way
to Cambodia and Burma.
-Alex
[340] Bekki Misiorowski
Encinitas,
CA, USA
A friend I used to work with forwarded me the link to your Cambodia photos.
They are truly beautiful and surreal... sad and sobering. I'm endlessly impressed
with people such as yourself who have the fortitude to go to places like these
and bring those of us in the priviledged world a glimpse into another reality
that exists all around us. It's easy to forget how lucky we are. Thank you.
[339] Richard M Ricchiuti
Fort
Collins, CO USA
Red and Black is a wonderful shot...my fav of this excellent collection.
I love shooting people too. I recently purchased a 5D and amwaiting my Canon
24-70 2.8L to show on Friday. Good glass certainly makes a difference. Thanks
for the views. I understnad your comment on shoes or pedicures for the sake
of fashion, but I like fashion too. I am balanced and many may not see it that
way.espect for people and what people do as long as they are not attacking others
needlessly.
Why did you shoot "red and black" at iso 640?
Thanks,
Richard
[338] Thomas
Toronto,
Canada
So stunning....
I marvel at your work. I'm going to pass on your website link to a couple of
people as i think that its definately worth having your photos shown to a wider
audience.
thanks.
Thomas
[337] Morten Byskov
Vernon
B.C.
I left you a message at DP Review also. I have looked throught these photos
a few times now and read your gripping story. I am amazed at what you've captured
here in just two days. I have forwarded this link to all my friends who needs
to see this. I am ashamed to say I read your post at DP Review as I was looking
for shots taken with the 5D... I came out with so much more and lesson in life...
your shots has been an inspiration for me to excel with my photography... Morten
[336] Tack Soon
Australia
I find your photos story interesting and gave me an insight to Cambodia.
I will vist one day not too far in the future.
[335] Lord Malone
Colorado Springs
Your work is awesome. As an aspiring photojournalist myself, I can only
hope to acheive this level of excellence. I hope you don't mind, but I posted
a link to this website at photography-on-the.net in the People section. Shoot
me an e-mail and I'll show you some examples of my work.
[334] Bill Peace
Cincinnati
Ohio, USA
Julian, you never cease to amaze me - a great portfolio on Cambodia. If
you weren't so darn good at P&G and if we didn't need you so much to run
the Business, I'd reco a job for you at National Geographic. Awesome, Dude!
Cheers, Peaceman
[333] Klaus Peter Telge
Winterberg,
Germany
Beeindruckende Fotos. Die Aufnahmen der müllsuchenden Kinder haben
mich sprach- und fassungslos gemacht...
Alles Gute fuer die Zukunft
Klaus Peter Telge
[332] Faisal Mohsin
Danville,
VA USA
Superb work. Your pictures have captured the highs and lows of humanity
so vividly. This is National Geopgraphic material for sure. There is nothing
to critique.
If I may, could you please comment on your post processing workflow. Thanks.
Faisal
[331] Miguel
Costa
Lisbon, Portugal
Astonishing gallery, either by its dramatic contents and also for the wonderfull
approach to the subject. Very well accomplished. This work is worth the first
prize for the World Press Photo award.
Best regards.
Miguel Costa
[330] Brian Wedge
Maine,
USA
Stunning work.... just stunning. I appreciate your efforts, your thought
and your honesty. Great job. Found your link through dpreview while looking
for some info on a new 5D. Like you, it makes me realize how ridiculous my wants
are in this world. Your photography communicates beautifully. Who cares about
the ISO's when your work does what it does.
Great job. Best and worst part of my day.
[329] Tseng Lo
Rowland
Heights, California, USA
Julian,
I knew that I should stop there when the warning sign while scroll down this
album, I did not think anyone with HEART would stop there, we all know that
the pictures will make you CRY. Yes, I am crying in my heart writing this message.
How could God, could put people in that harsh part of the world? My poodle lives
like a princess, compare to those human beings. What a shame! Who should we
blame for the situations? I do not know? How much we could help? not even B
Gates could DO much about it... You pull someone out of the smoking mountain(the
rubbish site), more will go there.. Ah, it is the life. Still, we should do
somthing about it. Thanks for the photos shared. I definitely could do collect
a lot of stuff, let me know how could I send it to?
[328] Ivan Trombley (dotborg)
Riverside,
California, USA
Julian,
Your photos are truly amazing. I wish I had a fraction of your talent and humanity.
[327] Jerome
Ottawa,
Canada
Hello Julian,
I enjoyed looking at your pictures... My favorite being the little girl hugging
the tree.
The part in the dump should make it to a Mag or newspaper, espacially in Cambodia!
Good luck with your future endeavor.
Jerome
[326] rich kent
seattle,
WA
a moving essay in photographs, I can feel your emotions through the camera lens...
great images
[325] Tony Quan
San
Diego, CA
Thank you for sharing your wonderful but yet painful experience from Cambodia.
It is photographer like you who truely put photography to good use and for a
good purpose. I sincerely wish those kids a better future. Your pictures really
tell the story well. Again, thank you for sharing. Truely is emotional.
Tony Quan (http://www.tonyquan.com)
[324] Steve
Jamaica,
NY
Awesome pictures! I went to Tanzania, Africa in 1999 on a missions trip
and have long since forgotten the poverty and hardship that so many experience
around the world. Being back in the luxury and wealth of America makes for a
strong sedative to the realities of this world. Thanks for reminding me that
there is so much to do and so much to pray for. I hope your faith was not shakened
by your experience. Be reminded that if everything was equal then there would
be no room for God's grace and yours as well. Take care and God bless.
[323] huang
munich
Sheng, congrats on your great, amazing and breath taking work. Very well done,
perfect framing and timing. Thanks for sharing your photos and your experience
in Cambodia...
[322] Joey
USA
Amazing shots. Very touching, and reminicent of Manila, where I spent my early
childhood.
[321] jeffrey c
ny,
usa
great pics that tell a great story. good use of the lenses. 3 lenses are
really all one needs.
[320] Joachim Lange
Berlin,
Germany
Thx for sharing.
I´m crying..... right now.
Unbelieveable and intense pictures..... deep and powerful.
Your pictures are touching my heart and my soul.
Again, thx for showing us the real Cambodia.
Best wishes
Joachim
[319] Frank P
Netherlands
I am truely touched at heart by your excellent pictures. Well done indeed, as
well spoken. Please don't let go of matters like this....
Maybe you are not aware of the coming fact: it's far much easier to get "embedded"
when man is from similar ethnic appearance when if not. Plus the fact that folks
like Europeans have to be from a certain kind of breed to get emphatic like
you are; those are hard to find because we are generally poisoned by hositle
capatalistic influences.
Many thanks for your High Quality and hopefully in a broader, wider perspective
educating work.
[318] Sven Stauffer
Stockholm
SWEDEN
Hi Julian
Very good pictures, but some ot them are painful to see. Of course this is your
mission. Thank you. I have been travelling a lot in India taking pictures, but
hardly seen things like these.
The time for down loading was short, less than 3 minutes.
[317] Toan Nguyen
Chicoutimi,
Canada
Once again Julian, you made my day with those beautiful but also hard pictures.
It makes me once again see my life and the world differently...
Thanks again,
Toan
[316] alouette
Switzerland
schocking for a "rhich" person as me who is in train to decide
between a Zuiko Digtal ED 300/2.8 and a C* 5D + IS L 300/2.8...the photos let
me feel quite bad and helpless.
Thank you for sharing...
alouette
[315] Umesh Phadke
Bangkok,
Thailand
Great pictures but more importantly, great perspective.
Umesh
[314]
Dany
Singapore
Juls,
Still amaze that you took photography for just a hobby.
Your (cambodia) shot is very dramatic and involving to me as a viewer.
It's sad to see what happened in the other - but happy to see how vivid it was
told.
Anytime you going back there - I have tons of things that might be helpful.
[313] Manjula
Singapore
Hey Julian..as always excellent photos and beautiful commentary! You shd seriously
consider a career change:)
[312] John Boulden
Orlando,
Florida, USA
Thanks so very much for recommending Discovery Hotel! I was there a couple
weeks ago and was overwhelmed by the kindness of the owner. It was very cold
and rainy when I arrived and he loaned me his new windbreaker, as well as loaning
me money so I could go search for a coat to buy before the shops closed that
night. He arranged a trip to Halong Bay for me, too. He and his wife are so
nice and I wanted to bring their little boy home with me, because he is so cute!
Looking at your pictures of Vietnam again, I am amazed anew by your talent.
I thought I got some good shots, but you have such an ability to capture great
images! Thank you.
[311] Jason Alderman
Los
Angeles, USA
Your gallery is truly inspiring! This is the third time I've visited this
page, and each time I notice something new and interesting in a few of the photos.
Thanks for sharing, and keep up the good work.
[310] Steve Huff
Phx,
AZ USA
Awesome work. I wish you the best of luck.
[309] Barry Cockburn
Galashiels,
Scotland
Julian, as always your photography is some of the best I've ever seen. The
photos are of National Geographic quality!!! I love the layout of the new site
and have enjoyed looking at the photos. Never stop pressing that shutter button!
P.S. Email me sometime soon and we'll catch up!
[308] Wing Yen Cheung
Manchester,
London UK
Hi Julian
Amazing photos, defintely inspired me to visit Hanoi....miss our brief trip
to Chiang Mai :)
Keep on taking your cool photos man!
Hope to see you soon.
Love
wing
x
[307] Chuong Doan
Kansas
City, USA
Wonderful gallery. I love the story you told at the bride's locked door!
[306] Mina Kadooka
Singapore
The pictures is what I saw in Bali before, during SARS and ad just after
1st bombing. Not much people there even at most busiest beach. Some of beach
ladies ware really aggresive to sell batiques, accesarries and massage for foreigner
for their daily income.
I do hope there will be no more damage by terrorism and come back "Paradise"
some day.
*My excolleague, around 75 years old man if he still alive, told Bali is "Last
Paradise in the world" and Bali is where he wanted to visit once in his
life.
I like the pictures kid's on the beach and exiting with a few their friends.
Please keep shooting lively pictures!
[305] Guy Jordan
Minneapolis
USA
A delightful window on a place I never think much about. You showed me joy
and life where I didn't expect it. Thank you.
[304] Jasen Anderson
Australia
Brilliant work Julian. Nice framing of your subjects and providing a feel
for the country you visited. I feel like I've been there myself now.
[303] Bob
Newbury
Park, California, USA
A link to your website was provided on a post, in the newsgroup REC.PHOTO.DIGITAL.SLR-SYSTEMS.
I really enjoyed your pictures of Vietnam, and especially the descriptions that
you provided for the pictures.
I know it takes a lot of work to put together a website, and I really appreciate
your efforts.
Bob
[302] John Horton
Belém,
Brazil
Julian, 01/03/06
Very well done! I especially enjoyed the street shots. Reminds me of my city
alot. Thanks for sharring them!
John
[301] Fang
Singapore
Hi Julian, this is fang, not sure if u know my name,anyway u should find
the email address familiar heehe. I m your png fren from 19th floor who happen
to discover your website. I love the one which u capture your dad's hometown,
and the words that u wrote.It really set my heart thinking, if my dad did not
move to singapore, what state would i be in.
Hope u can capture more, i will always visit your site for your new addition.
[300] Julian Habed
Gambara,
Italy
very nice
[299] Jay Chagnon
Vallejo,
CA USA
Hi Julian, You did a wonderful photo essay of your trip. Thanks for the
recommendations for discoveryhotel9. I hope to do some extensive travels in
the near future - 1 or 2 years to retirement! I am an amatuer with a love for
travel, perspectives, people and nature.
Jay Chagnon.
[298] Kay Harzmann
D-Rathenow
Hallo und schöne Grüsse aus Rathenow
Klasse Page hast Du hier...
Gruß Kay
www.kay-harzmann.de
[297] Don Blake
Indianapolis
I very much like your coverage of this wedding, and especially the beautiful
tones you produced. Very well done.
I'll bet you were very tired after this assignment. db
My website is www.pbase.com/waymire
[296] Sheldon H
Sunnyvale, USA
Simply AWSOME work (Vietnam)! My shots pale in comparison - http://www.photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=525200
You make me want to go back tomorrow!
Sheldon
[295] Cedric
Singapore
Hey hey.. never could thank you enough for the wedding pics. Am pretty glad
that you still decided on B&W film for my wedding, somehow, I still feel
prefer film over digital, and the way you scan them always makes it different
vs other scans. Oh, and now that you have a brand new advert/popup free website,
I can start directing my traffic to you. :D
[294] Tim Frank
Pforzheim,
Germany / Pokhara, Nepal
Hi Julian,
I came across your website reading some of your comments in a thread on dpreview.
I like your photos very much, particularly the older ones in your Scotland gallery,
but also your England and Indonesia ones.
I am a German graphic designer and live and work mostly in Nepal. Together with
my Australian friend Chris Dixon I have a photographic website here: www.frankndixon.com
(click on the guns). I enjoy good photography very much :) - you've got a lot
of it!
Cheers,
Tim
[293] Richard Young
Burlington,
Ontario, Canada
A powerful set of photos, just incredible. Inspires me to keep clicking and
improving .
Thanks for sharing ...
[292] marc
Very
good - my favourites: trio, needlework, oblivious, look back.
[291] Cherian
Toronto,
Canada
I hope you dont mind. I normally forward links to my friends of photographs
that I enjoy. Yours are just truly amazing. I loved looking at them. Thanks
for helping me to spend the best 5 minutes of my life in a long time!
Cherian
[290] Phi Pham
Aurora,
CO, US
great series from a place i called home the first 9 years of my life.
[289] photoshutter
Toronto,
Canada
Super, WOW!!!
[288] Joe
Brooklyn
NY
Julian
Great shots.
I'm an owner of a Minolta 7D but those shots are enough to make me sell my gear
and go Canon 5D.
There seems to be a smoothness .....not soft...about the 5D's pictures.Is it
the full frame sensor? The added pixels?
The size of the pixels?
Beautiful, sharp and colorful photos.
[287] Joe Muschinske
jersey
city, new jersey, USA
julian,
great galleries. thanks for sharing your work. to me it doesn't look like the
weather in Vietnam hampered your capturing beautiful scenes at all.
regards,
joe
www.pbase.com/relisher
[286] HT
Toronto
Simply put, Excellent work.
[285] Steve Gordon
Cape Town, South Africa
Hi Julian -
Have so enjoyed this and your previous "galleries". Thanks.
Commenting on the layout vs bandwidth discussion on dpreview...
I think the layout ("one-click-loads-all"), with interwoven annotations
works superbly: there is minimal opportunity for the viewer to "select"
(and thereby 'passively edit' your storyboard).
The "thumbnail gallery" model may be more efficient bandwidth wise,
but by clicking onto thumbnails, the sequential order is lost. Anybody visiting
a "gallery" clicks on the thumbnails which catch their eye (ie. selects).
That process also often results in the distraction of multiple windows/frames.
So, content aside, the linear scroll-only model works best.
Thanks again for posting your pics!
Steve
[284] Pedro
Panama
Nice photo's
[283] Khanh
Brisbane, Australia
Love your photos and travelog.
[282] John Willems
Belgium - Europe
Dear Julian,
I'm looking for a telezoom lense like the Canon 70-300mm DO IS lens, you have.
Is these lense a very good lens for example for fashion of is the 100-400 a
better lense.
Thxs for Your answer.
John Willems
[281] Georgi Penev
Outside Charlotte, NC, USA
Great Stuff!
Mind you, this comes from a person that
doesn't much like street shots and I have never really done any of that myself
:)
George
[280] brian stirling
Las Vegas, USA
Julian, I posted a more detailed response
on the NatureScapes.net website but in short -- keep up the good work!
Brian
[279] Nina Ludwig
Superb gallery Julian. I went to Thailand
in the same year and your images bring back memories. Have you seen my Thailand
galleries? Very different to yours as I mostly concentrated on landscapes.
www.ninaludwig.co.uk
[278] Colin Eaton
Hockley, UK
A very competent gallery; just the type
of documentary photography I like to take myself showing everyday people in
their daily routine, largely oblivious to the camera's stare. I like the way
it gives an insight into lives so different from our own.
[277] Davin Tan
Singapore
Hi Julian,
Excellent. Bali Bali & Bali...unforgetable
trip (after bomb blasted)
The fiscal not $100 but $200 :)
Korea..
Taiwan..
.
.
.
New York? Next...... :)
[276] Davin Tan
Singapore
Wooow great photos........& country
with your last minutes costums from your hotel owner :)
Where's your next trip? Taipei/New York...
:)Wanna join..
Davin
[275] trinh luu
Ottawa, Canada
Very nice and warm shots. Well-captured
movements and emotions. As you have discovered, Vietnam's street life abounds
in humour and candid moments. Where else in the world does the public display
of the private occur with such astonishing ease on a daily basis? You also show
that it is the insignificant in life that makes life's significance.
Witty, snappy titles and jokey, enlivening
commentary sure add a smile to the vision's delights. Attraction and You Lookin
At Me are my favorites, in terms of subject and composition. The first one is
tender and sweet, the other simply hilarious. The last title must have been
inspired by Robert De Niro's famous line" You Talkin' To Me?" in Taxi
Driver? :)
Technically speaking, I marveled at your
ability to shoot in extremely low lights, with smooth, ungrainy results, at
a 3200 ISO setting! An experience I would die for. I guess that is only feasible
with high-resolution digital cams. Which dig cam were you using in VN? Mine
is a Canon Powershot A 510 3.2 MP, with only an ISO max of 400, which is the
highest ISO I have ever used manually and digitally, save for one disastrous
occasion, where I tried out for the first time an ISO 1000 film on my manual
SLR. The prints turned up horribly grainy.
Thanks for sharing your wonderful shots.
It was a pleasure viewing them.
Trinh
[274] Bac Nguyen
Fountain Valley, CA
Interesting fotos! I went thru this experience
10 yrs ago and was very captivated. Beautiful place isn't it?
[273] mark nguyen
Kingdom of Bahrain
Very nice photos and narratives. My friends
and I enjoyed them all. I'm always partial to shots of the facial expressions,
and yours express a lot of depth.
Thanks.
mark
[272] Trang Ouk
Virginia, USA
Thank you for sharing these amazing pictures
of your visit to Vietnam. Your interest in the people really came across, and
I enjoyed the commentary. I love the Halong Bay picture! Keep up the good work.
[271] Hugo van Vliet
Guayaquil, Ecuador
Te fruit in your Cold Drink picture is called
SALAK and grows in a palmtree. Type in Salak in google and pictures and you
will see a lot more of it.
Very nice pictures,
Regards,
HUGO
From Ecuador.
[270] Angus
Edinburgh, Scotland
hi Julian - saw your post on DP Review!
great website you have here.....liked the shots from your various trips, particularly,
Thailand and Bali. Beautiful.
Your shot of the Bookle (as you rightly
refer to it!) is great....I've climbed it many times but mainly in winter via
climbing routes, or in summer on the steep Rannoch Wall face.
to answer your question - born Singapore
(Mt Vernon hospital!) and lived there until I was nearly 4 - we moved to Australia
but came back when I was 11 until 17. Great upbringing! Once upon a time I spoke
Malay but I've forgotten it all now although I imagine I could pick it up again!
Q? where did you do your studio portrature
course in Scotland?
regards
Angus
[269] Dick R.
Aruba
Very impressive!
[268] @arel Schutte
Apeldoorn, the Netherlands
Hello Julian,
I looked at your new and amazing gallery
of your visit at Vietnam. I like your style of making photo's. The way of your
looking at people is very interesting for me. You've made many different views
and also you have a very strong eye to catching details.
many greetings from Carel!
http://members.chello.nl/c.schutte2/
and also member of
www.fotocollectief.nl
[267] Yashub Isaiah
Singapore
Completely as expected.
Brilliant photo's Julian. And what makes
it even better is your commentary in your own way. It makes the country come
alive for us, and if I had the time, I would've been on the next flight there.
Thank you
[266] philip debbas
munich, germany
hi there,
really nice pictures. some very nice drammatic
views. nevertheless, i would have used less the wide angle zoom.
all in all it reminds me of my honey moon
trip in vietnam a few years ago:
http://homepage.mac.com/pdebbas/Vietnam/Menu13.html
stay cool
philip
[265] Sam Stimson
Austin, Texas
I enjoyed all of your photographs. I am
still a novice and taking a course in photography. many of your shots are perfect,
however, many are not as good. You should remember the rule of thirds and simplify....
By the way, I have never seen Hanoi at ground
level.
Nice work.
[264] jeff welsh
livingston, scotland
Loved the site.
I learned a lot from looking at your photo's.
Best wishes
Jeff
[263] bobby r. jones
chicago ill usa
I thank your photographs are great. great
job. great color.
[262] Eduardo Cervantes
Merida, Yucatan, Mexico
Julian,
Excellent pictures.
I like how you frame slanted though not
always.
The way you aproach your subjects are direct,
I like that.
I do mainly landscape with no people. I
want to incursion into people photography now that I got a 5D.
My website is under construction, but you
can see some of my work here. www.galeriamerida.com
Congrats
Ed
[261] Ted Appel
Port Charlotte FL
I rarely bother with this type of album
(most are terrable) but I found this fasinating you captured the people as happy
engaging citizens of the world.
Thank You for sharing this with us.
Ted
[260] Mike Delaney
Greenwood/USA
I spent some time in VietNam, nice pictures.
One thing that puzzles me though, I can't recall ever seeing beef as a typical
VietNamese dish, no matter how it was prepared.
[259] Sean Than Win
Cincinnati
I love your pictures that you are taking.
[258] Kirill
UK
nice pictures. bridge in particular :) although
would question the use of 16mm when making picture of a girl with a tie - massive
distortion. not nice at all!!! she is disfugured greatly with a help of those
16mm. understand that U wanted to fit more info in the picture but U overcooked.
and still too much emphasis on 16mm in other pics. although liked as a report.
thank you for sharing :)
[257] Matija Barbic, Ph.D., M.D.
Ljubljana, Slovenia
Nice! I used to be amateur treveler photographer
myself, and I think you do it well!
[256] Bob England
California, USA
Fantastic photography and a well written
expose of your trip. Great job.
Bob
[255] Kevin Tat
USA
Very neat! Great perspective! Great use
of colors as well!
I was from the South, never been up North,
here they are:
http://vietnam.photos-kevintat.com/
[254] Andre Nagel
Johannesburg
Thanks for being brave.I can see that you
enjoyed the ability to use 16mm properly and I can only percieve vigneting on
your 150 mm lense.
This portfolio is what I needed to see.
I am contemplating the purchase of either the 5D, 1D Mk IIN or the Nikon D200.(
I cannot afford the 1Ds Mk II option)I need a camera that can work in bad conditions
and still deliver the goods! I am impressed with the low noise levels at relatively
high ISO's. How is the 5D taking the handling and bad weather conditions
[253] Mirko
Freiburg, Germany
Hi,
you took very nice shots of Thailand!
Congratulations!
Your whole website is a pleasure to visit.
I found you in the dforum.
I love South-East-Asia and will (hopefully)
be there soon again.
Feel free to visit my website at: www.worldwidepic.de
There you can find some pictures of Thailand
(Laos, and a few from angkor wat) (http://www.worldwidepic.de/South-East%20Asia/index.html).
Hope to seey soon more pictures from you!
Mirko
[252] Della Wiraja
Jakarta, Indonesia
Hi Julian,
still remember me? ex-P&G Indonesia
team?
So enjoyable to see your amazing pictures
with their stories behind it. Keep me updated with your upcoming photos ;)
cheers
della
[251] Mark Gillett
Woking, UK
Wow, this one is fantastic. Do you crop
any of your photos? To me they all look a regualar size as if perfectly composed
every time.
Mark
[250] Kent Whiting
Fort Wayne, Indiana USA
very nice photos - i really like your use
of slow shutter speeds.
Kent Whiting
Kman
[249] Sundar
Vancouver, Canada
Well done Julian. I shoot with a 20D myself,
and your pictures are great. Keep up the good work.
[248] Jim Lewis
Lewis Oswego, Oregon, USA
Thank you for sharing these rich, wonderful
shots. Very nice work.
[247] Rob Evans
Cambridge, UK
These photos are wonderful, they make we
want to drop everything and travel.
[246] lang,Nguyen
Montreal.Canada
excellent pictures-Canon 5D is indeed an
very good camera.
[245] Robert Wienia
Utrecht, Netherlands
Reading you're thread on dpreview first and the commend you got, I was interested
in you're photo's.
And I didn't get disappointed. In fact I like them very much and they sure ask
for watching over and over again.
Must be nice to know that many people like you're work.
I myself am ready now to sell my 20d and go for either the 5d or the 1d II N.
Can't decide yet. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. Perhaps pictures
like yours might help to choose.
Keep up the good work.
Robert Wienia.
[244] Matt
South Florida
Great pictures, good eye. Nice descriptions.
I like your humor.
[243] tim Koverman
Sarasota Florida
I enjoyed your Vietnam pictures. Your
pictures make one fell like they have been there. If I could, I would like to
go there and stay at Discovery Hotel.
I shoot with a Canon Rebel XT and I like
your shots with the 5D. I like the clean high ISO shots.
My site www.DigitalSarasota.com
Tim
[242] brad kugler
palm harbor, fl.
Wonderful shots, great Camera!
brad
http://braddva.fotki.com
[241] Siddhartha Jain
Very nice street photography. Please also mention the lenses used.
[240] Abel Kan
Irvine, CA
Simply wonderful photos that captured the
essense of the locations you visited. I really appreciated your selection of
the photos, as I'm sure you took far more than you displayed. The colors and
the subject matters were simply so expressive in showing what jumped out at
you - they also gave me the feeling that those are the moments in the trip you
remembered the most.
[239] Kevin Bui
I just respond to your posting those photos above, what a great images.
I was wonder are you a professional photopgrapher or just for fun. Anyway, thanks
[238] Patrick Kerber
You've renewed my desire to someday visit
[237] Earl Paulich
Milwaukee WI
Very nice. I thoroughly enjoyed the pictures and descriptions. It makes
me want to go there myself. Thank you.
[236] Priscilla
S'pore
You make me wanna go
[235] fritz n simanjuntak
jakarta, indonesia
Hei Julian,
Nice to know you and i like your pic capture
Now i still looking forward to have a journey
to vietnam for photography as my hobby....well from your pic its inspiring me
Thanks
fritz
+6281315806030
[234] Tomas
Okazaki
Hi.
Nice pictures, more then half I consider
very nice. Continue your "takingpicturetour" :-).
[233] Sönke Peters
Düsseldorf,
Great pics, amazing! Very vivid, ultra wide is not my favourite, I would
have taken app. 35mm instead of 16mm for some shots, but anyway: I like your
pics.
Sönke
www.photo67.de
[232] Grant Hill
very nice. wonderful trip.
[231] michel cloquet
I really did like very much the pictures
shown, specially those about
The comments given are very intresting.
Were all these pictures taken with a digital
camera?
with kind regards
m.c.cloquet
[230] Dave Reichlein
Reading Pa
WOW Julian: I love the sights you captured.
To me your shots beg to be viewed for what they are, a trip to another land
and a close up of its life and people. In that I say BRAVO, mission accomplished.
If I came back from a trip with these images on my CF cards, I would be ecstatic.
I did notice you use of shallow depth of
field, again BRAVO.
There were so many great shots, one that
stands out in my mind is the hand worn by working on the boats.
I spent two years in
Dave.
A few photos of mine at www.pbase.com/dave986
And my partime sales sight at yourphotograph.com
Canon 1DII, 50 1.8, 28-135 IS, 135 f2, 70-200
2.8 S, 300 2.8 IS 100-400. And other stuff.
[229] Kevin Walsh
Scotland
Great pics double J
So you're sunning (freezing) yourself in
Vietnam and I'm running about in the icy weather here trying to get pictures
of Club 85 who celebrated their 25th anniversary in December. I certainly know
where I'd rather be - although I agree with your friend Rus and snake blood
would certainly be off the menu for me.
It's January 2nd and I'm back to work on
the fourth.
Until then all the best and drop us a line
if you get the chance. Margaret would love to hear from you.
How's your job going in
Happy New Year Jules
Kevin
[228] Francisco Abreu
Great, great work.The time flew away watching
your work!
The addition of comments made it a pleasent
journey.
Congratulations.
[227] Jim Rais
Groningen, The
Dynamic way of photographing. Really great!
I like the way the photographs change from one mood to another, but the main
stream is still consequently there: they all tell about the places and the people
you visited in a dynamic and fresh manner. The use of 16mm lens is too daring
IMHO, especially when photographing persons from a short distance give them
"pancake head" look. Personally I'd limit this to about 18mm (which
is also too daring already). Great photographs of one talented photographer.
Keep up the good work, Julian.
[226] Kenneth Eremko
Enjoyed your
[225] John Boulden
Orlando FL
GREAT photos! Thanks for sharing them. What
kind of camera do you use? I was in
[224] Victor de Bruyne
Thanks, a great set of pictures full of
life and fun. Love the high ISO shots and I could smell and hear the markets
and streets. Those mantis prawns look wonderful, the dog less so.
Hope that you take many more, just off to
see your
Regards
Victor
[223] Cynthia
Singapore
Happy New Year too! Really like your photos
here. It's
amazing how you meet such cute kids everywhere. :p
[222] Olivier
Hi!
Never been to
Very good shoots indeed.
All the best for 2006
Bye,
olivier
[221] James van Dyke
You have some very interesting and well composed shots. I'm a big fan
of impromptu photos and anything that's done on a whim. I'm actually happy when
I see that you still display somewhat (and I do mean very minutely) blurred
photos. Sometimes those are the best and tell the most about what's going on.
Please keep up the work and tell us when
you create other galleries like this one!
[220] Dan Martin
Stockholm,
Hi, nice pictures!! Im just wondering how
you edit your pictures? Do you work in PS or some other program?
//Martin
[219] Amelia
Jakarta
All of the pictures are simply astonishing.
I enjoy every single picture - all of them have their own uniqueness and strong
point, either in the expression of the subject, the all little detail, the colour,
the composition, and most importantly the moment... I really love all the moment
you captured in your pictures.
As usual, I always have my favourite pictures
- although it's very difficult to do this time because so many wonderful pictures
:-) In this Vietnam Gallery, my fave are Raise the Red Lantern, Irreverence,
The Best Days of Your Life,
Well done!!!
[218] Michael Roche
Ireland
Really enjoyed this wonderful photo record
of what was obviously a wonderful trip.Great photo journalistic shots,the people
seem very friendly.Would love to go sometime must check flights and costs.Regards
Michael
[217] stephen g
what a beautiful collection
thanks for sharing
[216] james madden
was a pleasure leafing through your galleries
[215] James Mason
Alaska,
Very nice photos. You've got a great eye.
I'd be curious to know if you speak Vietnamese and what you do for a living.
Also, your point is well made about auto-focus
digital cameras. The cameras of the past have been left in the dust.
thanks,
James Mason
Alaska
[214] Rob
Lomita
Thanks for the beautiful tour--nice shots
Rob
[213] Carl Hoang
Maple Grove, MN
The photos are very nice and I like
your commentary notes.
I came from VN and came to US in '75 and
haven't been back since. But someday my family will visit there when we can
afford it. I never been to Ha Noi where my Dad was born and would love to visit
there. Very
nice trip and photos. Thanks for sharing.
[212]
Absolutely fantastic photos and great commentary!
Thanks
for sharing these.
[211] Don Goodner
Riverside, Ca
I enjoyed the pictures, thought they were
great.........
[210] Dror Talon
A great gallery! You are blessed with an
amazing photographic eye.
Dror
www.pbase.com/dy1119
[209] Josef Moelelr
I like your pictures!
[208] Eddie
LA,
amazing work!
[207] Fernando
Rome,
Those are very good shots!
They drag the viewer into the scene, and
allows one who never saw
You made me curious about
going to Vietnam. :)
Thanks!
Fer
[206] Steve
Strazeele
Your photos of
[205] Mark McNeilly
Toronto,
I followed this link from dpreview. I am
very glad I did.
Excellent work. The 5D is a great fit for
you. I would love to see you with a good 2,8 70-200... or some really fast primes
as you do more travel work because I liked your low light work.
Love the wide stuff too. Always a fan of
getting yourself in a few shots too.
Drop me a line if you have more to post.
And feel free to peek at my site. Feedback is alwasy welcome.
cheers and Happy New Year
Mark
www.markmcneilly.com
[204] Robert Whittaker
Birmingham
Hi Happy New Year. Really liked your nam
pics so full of life makes u wanna book a holiday straight away Thanks Rob.
[203] Richard Reusser
Seattle, WA.
Nicely done photographs. Terrific job capturing
some slices of life in
Rich Reusser
[202] Kristoff Meller
fantastic travel-pictures which are presented
very professional- I especially liked the exif-dates, very informative.
great camera ;-)
greetings kristoff
[201] Frank Krumbach
Cologne,
Hello,
looks like you've enjoyed your trip to
My honest compliment.
Frank
[200] Mike Blackburn
One of the very best travelogues I have
seen/read. Great pictures, I wouldn't have dared take some of them, and excellent
description. Thanks for posting, I enjoyed my trip a lot.
Mike
[199] Roman F. Hümbs
Have a nice day. There are nice photos,
a good serial.
Best regards, Roman
http://www.photospaziergang.de
[198] Jeremy Streeter
Great set of photographs. Keep up the high standard.
[197] Douglas Boyd
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Wonderful pictures
[196] john czyz
Awesome...really liked the captions, even
more than the pics. The travel experience you had and the descriptions prodded
me to continue reading...all the way to the end. You could put these into a
book...with a few more helpful hints...and sell it. Now I want to go there!
John
[195] Karl
Stuttgart /
Hi,
very, very good pictures withs a really
good camera (i also used it and like is soo mutch).
Rgds
Karl
[194] Don Jagoe
I found this via dpreview and absolutely
loved it. Please visit our
[193] roland vandenbulcke
realy great pictures, congrats
[192] Kiet Lu
Thank you for sharing your REMARKABLE, TALENTED
& BEAUTIFUL WORK OF ART in photography. They are ALL WELL DONE. I am an
American-Vietnamese, came to the
P.S. I am currently using a 20D. How is
the 5D compares to the 20D in term of DR, AF, AF accuracy, iso noise & prints.
Kiet
[191] Willem Wernsen
Yje Netherlands
Nice work Julian I enjoy it J Happy new
year and have a good light
Greetings from the Netherlands
Willem
www.fotowillem.com
[190] joe johnson
Enjoyed your pics, especially the gal on
the bike looking back. Thanks also for the recommendation of the Discovery Hotel,
he seems like a nice chap. Thanks again.
regards,
~joe
[189] Denny
Jakarta
Very nice gallery! Feels like a tour :o) Thanks for sharing!
[188] Sonny T. Senser
Thanks so much for your images of
Best,
Sonny T. Senser
www.sonnyphoto.com
[187] Chris Davis
Great work, thanks for sharing.
[186] Juan A. Roman
Brentwood, MD
I am very impressed with your Vietnam 2005
gallery. Your pictures have given me a fantastic view of that country.
Many thanks for posting...
[185] Alan Klaw
Rio Rancho New Mexico
Thanks for the E-Mail-First Happy New Year
and Best Wishes to You and all your loved ones.Your Soccer shots(football) shots
are breathtaking -the one of the elderly lady crossing the street captures so
much of old and new that you might want to submit it.IMHO you captured an essential
and fine pictorial history of contemporary Hanoi and its populace.We just got
back from Oaxaca Mexico whose indigenous population bubbles,sparkes and roars
out life in myriads of forms and colors.New shots- Pbase Cactus Klaw- tried
to incorporporate some of your helpful suggestion.Again a Really Successful
photoshoot and albiet a bit chilly vacation -I look forward to more of your
travels.Best Alan
[184] Toan Nguyen
I really like your pictures where we can
see the humain side of a trip in a foreign country. How can you approach people
so close with your camera with so much ease?
I am planning a trip to Viet-Nam this spring
and your pictures really helped me to have an idea about the photography possibilities
of this country.
This is the first time I will visit my country
of birth. My dad told me that April is better to visit Viet-Nam, not too hot
and not too humid.
Thanks again,
Toan
[183] Frank Sheffield
Julian, thank you so much for another fascinating,
instructive, and artistically fulfilling tour. I do appreciate your work, or
play, and your generosity in sharing it. Happy New Year, Frank
[182] Michael Pfau
Lovely country portrayed by your wonderful
photos!
[181] Miguel Angel
California -
nice work, i really like all the pics!
[180] Greg Newby
Liverpool,
Julian,
Pretty fantastic shots you got there in
a nice journalistic fashion.
I almost feel like I've been there because
your images portrayed the place like I was stood next to you.
Well Done
Greg
[179] Mark
Paris
Nice pictures Julian.
Offers a nice view of "people in action"
if you know what I mean.
Mark
malaysia
hi there ,
excellent stuff, was thinking of going to
vietnam next year ... u have just reassured me that i should ..... thanks
Singapore
Excellent pictures especially the caves
and the
One of the countries in my list to visit
in the near future.. needless to say that your photos will just accelerate the
plans .. and it is worth repeating - you have really a hidden third eye for
capturing unforgettable moments ! My first preferences are the 'Shy' and 'Best
Days in your Life' ...
Sigh,,, so good photos again. I have been
to
I really like the one in the cave, the color
comparison is super good. Also 'walking home' looks good as it appears so sharp
even shutter speed is slow. Don't you use tripod? Envy your unshakeable arms=)
Julian, they are vey nice photos. I envy
you you were able to go to
Hey there Julian, great gallery from your
travels, continue to share your photographs, its inspiring :)
Edinburgh
Julian - so many photos! Requires more than
one sitting. Looks like youve improved from the old days. Only joking you were
as good then.
St
Hello Julian, I have been looking at your
photographs and site. Both are excelent artwork! Greetings from France, Vinc
http://www.photo-vinc.com
Texas
very nice!
Northern Beaches NSW,
A truly beautiful collection of photographs
Julian, an inspiring touch of life in every gallery!! Keep up the good work
and Ill make sure I keep checking up :)
France
Ive discovered your website by chance when
looking for something else and I have found your pictures amazing. Please keep
up taking pictures, you should make this your profession! Carmen (a Spaniard living in France).
Hi Cous, I loved the
Pa. USA
Julian, great pictures - you capture a great
view ! I enjoyed seeing your pictures, especially
Singapore
Ive been to
Your pics always brighten my day, my Friend.
Absolutely
brilliant! Cheers, Peaceman
Very nice gallery, Julian. Looks like a great place to visit.
NewZealand
Loved the
Jakarta
Very nice gallery! The
Thanks for posting! I really enjoyed viewing your gallery and it is
nice to see other parts of the world and to read your commentary. It does seem
like a nice and friendly place and it is sad that terrorists targeted them.
Again, thanks for sharing.
Sturgeon Bay
Really enjoyed your
Caracas,
Your photos remind me of National Geographics
images that deeply impressed me when I was a child. Your wide angle views clearly
demonstrate that the best pictures are taken when the photographer blends with
his subject.
Greatly enjoyed your
Baltimore
Gorgeous photos! I love your eye for composition.
Very
well done. :)
California,
Your work gives great pleasure. I hope you
reap in proportion to what you sew. Thank you.
Only had time to view Bali & Wedding
images. Just super! I like they way you see things. Are you continuing to use
the 70-300DO? Also, I have to ask you, but do you have a Scottish accent?
Some amazing pictures, Keep up the great
work
Beautiful photos. Made my day, looking thru
them. Great
job.
NJ,
Great photos, full of life. I really enjoyed them.
Ive enjoyed many photo on the web, but yours
is the first photo gallery I have enjoyed enough to actually comment on. Thank you for sharing.
Budapest
Hi! Nothing new to say, but i have to say:
great moments are that You frame/capture with your equipment, especialy i like
the wide angle ones, bye peter
I follow you from
Nice pics. Just got a 5D and am delighted
with the results, as no doubt you are too!
Very good eye, its a joy to see your collection.
Looking
forward to more pics from you!
Albany
I looked at your
from one pro to another - YOU SHOULD BE
great stuff
Bermuda
Some great shots, the
Very nice set of images. I found the composition
and overall feeling of the images very warm. Great Job Hope you had fun.
Hey nice pics and wonderful warm personal
enagaging eye you have and great that there no preconceived set pictures most
them extempor . happy clicking Bakul
Dunn
Bali 2005, simply impressive. One of the
best narrations Ive seen and impressive photos. Thank you.
Scotts Valley, California
I greatly enjoyed looking through all of
your photos. Each set has something special about it. I look forward to seeing
more.
Your latest photos in
Rochester Hills
Julian, Excellent work. I also like the informative comments.
Windsor,
Great work! What an inspiration you are!
You have quite a collection of very inspiring
photos, and youre an excellent photographer.... please, keep shooting :-)
York,
Great shots, great choice of shots!
Julian, the quality just gets better and
better. Your photos are *amazing*...I hope my photos turn out like yours someday...take
care and keep snapping!
Lima, Peru
Im a Nikonian guy but I have to praise your
job and no matter what camera you use...you are simply a great shooter. Excellent composition. Congrats.
Nottingham,
Julian, Thank you for the very enjoyable
experience of joining you in far off places. Even those of
Osnabrueck,
Hey Julian! You have a very awesome gallery.
I love your photography, you know how to use f/stops correctly. A nice thing
is also the image quality in most of your shots. If I had the money, my wapon
of choice would be the 5D aswell... seems to be a very
Amsterdam,
Julian, very much enjoyed browsing through
your photos. Consider me a returning visitor from now on!
What to say more? My compliments. You love
people and we can see it. You love the heart and we can see. Great images!
Great work! You have good eyes and great
affinity with people, especially kids. I like very much the way you use empty
space in your photos. Thanks for sharing.
Chicoutimi, Canada
Your pictures are very intimates and
the way you use wide angle and small DOF is out of the ordinary. I really enjoyed your gallery.
Melbourne
Excellent work Julian. I like especially
your close ups with people. Excellent.
Great Pics, I love the way you interact
with the kids in the Bali Gallery. You have a good eye.
fabulous
Leeds Uk
Just looked at Bali and the comfort amongst
all the mayhem was there for all to see.Beautifull presentation of a devistated
community.Well done.When i find the time looking forward to looking through
the rest of your site
Vienna
Wonderful! These are the best travel images
I have ever seen. Great work. And the design of your website is brilliant: clean
and very effective. It´s a joy to look at your images.
You have done many nice photos. Your gallery
was very enterteining, I looked at them all. Thank you for sharing your traveling esperiences.
Andrea.
Raleigh NC, USA
Im impressed with how close you get to your
subjects yet seem to have little impact on the images. Nice work.
Wonderful
Julian, I came through to your site via your post in DPReview... you
have a great set of shots of
Just saw the
Theres a consistent theme appearing in all
the comments, and its saying come up with a photo book. Ill be the 1st buyer,
i love your photos esp the
Manila
I agree with them,
Singapore
Sin
Seems like your new toy works pretty good!!
All photos are nice, but I like the sunglasses with a certification the best
as those frames far behind looks to emerge up!!
Beautiful work, my compliments;-)
Julian, thanks for visiting my site and
for your note. Of course I take a look at your photowork, and in one word: AMAZING!
You have a great look how to catch peoples life. Your black and white photos
are from a high level. I like this creatief way of loo
Rio Rancho
Wonderful depth-subject matter and composition.
I felt I was at the wedding,You have a wonderfuleye. Keep running for you are
passing and capturing the wonderful feast of life.
- Impressive picture composition - Each
and everyone of your photo tells a story. =)
Wow wow wow....U really shld hv chrg Cedric
and Shi Lim $$....They are lucky man....Excellent pics!!! Shld consider taking
wedding pics with chrgs!! You are definitely up to it....
Hyderabad
Julian, I came to see your snaps from your
dpreview message. I lost track of time going through your pages. They are wonderful
and unique. BTW the guy on dpreview, think of him as a bad snap and chuck him
out of your mind. Keep shooting...
In Greek the word for amateur is erasitechnis,
which means lover of art. Thank god you are a true erisitechnis, and even if
you end up making loads of money from your shots, try to always stay one.
Woodacre,
Julian, youre an amazing photographer! Sorry
that fellow at the forum got you so peed off. Your talent is deep, well rounded
and based in sincere feeling. Art www.artsdigitalphoto.com
julian if you need more view come to my
village at toba...enjoy man!
Perth,
Well Julian. Im still amazed by how you
seem to have such an eye for an instantaneous moment. It is a subtle skill but
and obvious talent. Hopefully I will see you again before not too long and we
can investigate sights together.
Manila,
Very beautiful pics! You work like a pro.
Its nice to get to other parts of the world and take pictures. Seeing the pics makes me feel Im there. =)
The pictures are nice. Good attempt.
Singapore
Passion thats reflected in all your pictures..
Sydney
Love your photos Julian!
B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L
York
With the Internet so full of rubbish
its great to see places where things are done well. Thanks
Kin Mo, life is short. Dont waste it. Carpe
diem, my friend.
Cebu City
Hey, I strongly agree with my kababayan
who also posted their comments here. You should drop by in our country. We have
a lot of amazing views for you to capture. Youve got an awesome talent, i wish
i could paint all these pics!
Sydney, Oz
We wonder with that kind of talent, what
is he doing in P&G =p
Not really good in words & expressing
my thots. What I can is that, after looking at your pics I felt so tiny at the
same time motivated! Am honor to receive your mail. BEAUTIFUL WORK!
Hong Kong
wow, the pictures are awoesomes, even ive
been all the places u mentioned, but i cant capture the image and angle like
u do. Really admire the telant you have, keep it up and post more photo and
show to us. Cheers!
Singapore
nice photographs...that is my first impression
when l reached the site...
Singapore
Loved your pictures so much that they left
me gobsmacked! =) God bless!
Great Pics Jules. I checked out the
Singapore
Hey hey, thanks for uploading all the photos
on SGO day!! The lady who has better camera than yours (hihi) is my yoga mate
actually. Good to know there are lots more ppl dedicating their passion for
photography, eh? Look forward to your next album=)
WOW, your photos are totally awesome, i
love them, keep it up, much love and respect... peace
singapore
i love your photos, wish i could have more
hours in a day to pursue photography but training takes up everything ive got.
thanks for visiting my site too!
Your pictures are really classic, they tell
a thousand words. Each one of them tell a story. Great pictures!
Bandung,
Your photos are amazing and very inspiring...
great job!
Osaka
I like your picture very much!! Awesome!!
Singapore
Man...these photos are amazing! You gotta
teach me some photo-taking techniques! God bless!
wow!! Thats good photo and really great
work! keep its well go on,julian!! :)
Great stuff!!!....really enjoy going thru
these photos and your comments.... Keep it up !!!
Singapore
Hi Julian, Julies friend here. I saw your
superb pictures and what the hell are they doing on a website only!!! The pictures
gave us an opportunity to view stuffs around us in a different perspective.
Good
work and cheers..
Singapore
Awesome pictures. Im amazed. Captivating.
Our world is so beautiful, sometimes we dont realise it till someone comes along
and capture those moments. :) Keep it up.
hey, found your msg. you take really good
photographs!
Singapore
What a wonderful life! Simple, artistic, and inspiring!
Indonesia
Wow! Great photos! You have a great talent!
Beautiful photos. You have an eye for details.
Inspired and inspiring...
Edinburgh
Your 1 in 10 Billion chance came out! Great work Julian.
Toronto Canada
Julian, amazing work.Your pictures gives
colours, life, emotion with great details. Much better than many professionals.Dont
waste time. Pick up your career This belongs to you.
Manchester,
Immaculately captured pictures.. if a picture is worth a thousand words,
yours definitely worth a million.. keep up the fantastic work!
great pictures. so simple yet beautiful
and full of emotions. a good photographer i think. hope can be his model someday,
hahaha..
this is hannys friend! she shared with
me your site & all i can say is wow :) very nice photos :) ive probably
been to 60% of those countries but it looked so different in the photos (especially
the novena photos!) Amazing!!!
errrr,,,,,keep going....
hey cousin hows it going? youve got a really
nice page going here and quite the hobby!...well since i cant go over the 8
line limit ill end my entry here :) take care now and God bless!
SF,
thats a great photos, good Job, and keep
up your work with your talent. :)
you have a true talent, well done!
Hi there..., very natural pictures..right
on the spot..really like it. Keep up the good work and hope you can take my
picture too...!By the way..you should visit
Singapore
Hi Julian, its very artistic!!~ Good work! :)
Hi,Im Julies friend!! I love your photos
all are very well taken!! I love the bodily warmth at Thai... the animals look
soooooo cute!! ;-) looking forward seeing more of your master piece! ...
Singapore
Absolutely splendid pictures you have
there Julian... love the way you combined the colours :) My favourite is the
bodily warmth (
Singapore
Julian, brilliant!!! I enjoy all the pics
so much. What can I say, all seem to be my favourite. Your pics can really tell...Two thumbs-up!!!
Julian, sorry it took so long to sign your
guest book. What can I say? The pictures that you captured were absolutely pro
quality :) And, hey thanks for your support in our wedding in
Awesome man. Very Dramatic and lots of deep
story telling. Keep it going.
Great pics!
Hi Julian.. Julies friend here. When would
you be making me look pretty with your fantastic skills? Its a pleasure to have
seen those pictures youve taken.
Fried Rice
Awesome pictures Julian!! i think you take
better pictures than some of the so-called professional photographers here in
Singapore
Julian... Finally Ive got
Singapore
Hi Julian! Im
introduced to view your homepage by our friend Julie. I saw many wonderful pictures
youve taken. Impressive. You must have spent lotsa money on buying films and
cameras huh? =) Keep up the good work!
Sydney,
Mate...didnt realise youre so talented. Stop mucking around & become
a travel photographer. Then again, its much more fun doing it as a hobby than
as a job...
New
Inspiring pics Julian. When are you coming
to NZ to capture the amazing scenery and people here?
oh gosh, kinda surprise to see
SG
ok you are officially now one of my favorite
photographer. :D excellent pictures and tittle to go with. Hope to see more
of
Singapore
Beautiful, Simple, nice...
Yo ~~ ThE pHotoS tAkeN aRe rEaLlY fAnTaStIc!!
**^~~sOmE sHoTs aRe rEaLlY aWesOme~~^** (,) jUsT wOndEriNg dO I hAvE tHiS hOnoR
to iNviTe yOu tO bE mY wEdDinG pHoTogRapHeR tOo?? :p
Singapore
I love the pics, especially those with
children, very aptly captured with great intensity and depth... really hope
to see more of those! ;)
good photos, and a great hobby you have
there. your part of the world sure looks inviting, seeing as its the middle
of winter here right now... though, this winters been easy on us :)
Manila
Julian! You are definitely in the wrong profession! :D You should drop
by the
Singapore
I saw your profile at Friendster so thought
of paying this web site a visit.Very well-taken photo. Since Chinese New Year
is coming, maybe you will like to take picture at
Singapore
Hi, Im a friend of Julie. Glad she sent
me the link to your website. Very interesting pictures youve captured and witty
titles youve named them!
Im a friend of Juli who recommends me to
surf your webpage. Fantastic photos taken!!! I like the scenary photos and those
that reflect the lifestyle of the people in various countries.
London,
Hey Julian, great to hear from you after
all these years. Great site,great shots and great sense of humour! Oh and pretty
good subject matter wouldnt you say!? :-)Take care, Cath
Spore
Julian, i think your photos are totally
awesome..and you have heard what Sue has said :D Follow your dream...your passion
...
Wow!!!! what great photos Julian, I had
no idea of this hidden talent of yours (what are you doing working in an office?)
Regards Mary
Sydney,
Hi Cous, Fantastic job-I really loved your
photos, and having been to
Galashiels,
Julian, old friend, you are an amazing
and talented photographer and Ive always believed that you should be making
it your profession. Many of your photographs remind me of the ones I see in
National Geographic.
With all the countries that youve been,
theres one more country that you should explore..
hey julian, what can i say? im so honoured
to have my wedding pics and even geordi pic at your page. if you asked me erni+philip=geordi
is my favorite!! but each picture is a masterpiece, not a pure luck shot. thanks
for being my family official photograper
Julian I am so proud of you. Great job!
I still want to take a lesson from you....
London,
Great work, the timing & essence of
each photo is superb! I think a family album should be in your upcoming works.
Take Care.
Singapore
Hi, am a friend of Ju. She was the one who
email this site to me... i think the photo looks great. I thot the one
Im really glad that I pluck up my courage
to ask for the photos else Ill never get to appreciate such stark beauty taken
so innocently, out of lifes simple creations. Uve got a talent there!
Great work Julian... you managed to capture
the human emotions so well! Ever considered taking your hobby further? :-)
Singapore
Hey Julian...great stuff and you are definitely
in the wrong profession!
Hi, i just think tat yr pics are real fantastic...very
great!!!pics are very vivid n some of e pics reali captured my heart...makes
me feel tat im at e plc reit now..great job...
Looks very cool ! Superb job !I like the
ones titled colours and paint and the one you took at Glencoe
Leeds,
Julian, U r in the wrong job! Your photos
are simply beautiful! U should have taken a few photos for me on my wedding
day. Anyway, you can make it up the next time you are here in
Spore
hi, I linked this site to mine. I wait for
your completing C-license done in near future, ok?
Jakarta
WOW! Your pictures are amazing (as always).
I really enjoy your newly posted pictures
Sydney,
Awesome photos Julian. These are professional
quality. Thought of taking your hobby further?
Julian, Your photos are awesome, you have
managed to capture so much emotion in so many. Your comments are quite interesting
and completes the picture. Happy Snapping!!
Frankly, altho I never said it..(ok, now
I am saying it..) I really enjoy looking at your Photos and reading your Commentaries
...Very Entertaining ;) But I also wanna Complain! How come our photos taken
on the recent KL trip is not being posted??? I know i wasnt a good model but
give me some face yah??? hahaha
Melbourne
Nice! Looks like a fantatic experience.
Though the elephant poo does not seem to be tempting me to the water.
These photos are simply amazing. Are you
using a digital camera or the old school film camera? You should visit the
Singapore/Indonesia
Fabulous photos pal! I couldnt agree more...
These are just the best photos. I agree,
your in the wrong job. I loved what you wrote as well. Im still excited by the
photos!!! Keep me posted. Ha! It was good to see what you look like! Ie spoken
to you so many time. I was not expecting chinese with the scottish accent.
Australia
Hey - youre in the wrong job ! Why are you
not being paid mega dollars to take photos like this ? Fantastic shots.
Hey Julian..why the one under
Fantastic photos! You are a Master.
Manila
Nice photos, J. More than a hobby, eh?
Hi Julian!! We remembered your URL!! :)
Hope you had a great bamboo rafting today..we got absolutely soaked! Not got
enough time to go through your photos but the ones I have seen so far are fantastic!
Take care and drop me a mail if you have time, Wing-K
Great Stuff, Julian!!!
China
Is it you? hehe...
great collection of photographs! your photos
are full of emotion. you should put up an exhibit mr. julian.
Julian Thank you for inviting me to visit
your Gallery. I am always delighted when someone who I know in one capacity
(in your case through P&G) reveals a whole otherside to themselves - in
your case your art. Wonderful images and I love the comments you
Julian, It was great to see such a good
works. Each photos are simple, but can feel your emotion behind it. Together
with small comments with white background, the photo outstands for its brightness
and monochrome. It is like gentle comfortable BGM. yo
Singapore
I like my photo on your home page. But isnt
it against copy right?? I have never heared anything from you that you put my
photo on it!!
Im so surprised what you make this webpage
....... so warmed and familywise. Very nice to know you.