“Flickrite” in the Spotlight: Images of Compassionate Intensity

Originally uploaded by LJ.

Some of the most intense images I have ever seen come from one of my contacts on Flickr. The first time I viewed one of his photographs I was overwhelmed by the the emotion that it conveyed. His ability to bring intense and responsive feeling to the forefront was unlike anything I had ever seen or experienced.

His name is Lee Jefferies. His Flickr user name is LJ and the majority of photographs revolve around portraits of the homeless. He certainly has other portraits on his photostream, all very beautiful, but what make this excellent photographer the “Flickrite” of choice for PhotoCapM is his portrayal of those less fortunate and his desire to help them.

When you view his photographs it may be obvious why he does these types of portraits. He seems an ardent advocate for those who live on the streets. He has produced a book called, “Just Talkin’” containing his photographs from the streets. All of the profits from the sell of his book go to the Union Rescue Mission in Los Angels, California.

Make no mistake about what you will see in his photostream. Some of the photographs are extremely edgy as he has attempted to capture real life on the streets. For me each of his images serve as a not so subtle reminder that there are those in need hidden behind the “glitzy” buildings of big city Main Street America.

Lee Jefferies is a PhotoCapM’s “Flickrite” in the Spotlight. Please visit Lee’s photostream by clicking on his Flickr name above and see for yourself how a photographer can make an impact for someone else.

CbyM