Lee Jeffries lives in Manchester in the United Kingdom. Close to the professional football circle, Lee began his career photographing sporting events. But a chance meeting with a young homeless girl in the streets of London changed his artistic approach forever. Lee Jeffries recalls that, initially, he had stolen a photo from this young homeless girl huddled in a sleeping bag. The photographer knew that the young girl had noticed him but his first reaction was to leave. He says that something made him stay and go and talk with the homeless girl. His perception about the homeless completely changed. They become the subject of his art. The models in his photographs are homeless people that he has met in Europe and in the United States: «Situations arose, and I made an effort to learn to get to know each of the subjects before asking their permission to do their portrait.» From then onwards, his photographs portray his convictions and his compassion to the world.
I would like to buy a photo or a book of L Jeffries but don’t know where to find it ?
Stunningly powerful portraits that capture the darkness of homelessness. Many congratulations, Lee.
My book will be available @ http://www.yellowkorner.com in about a months time. It’s in print now.
Lovely strong captures
Bravo
great!! I ever buy two pictures at yellow corners but the choise is not big ( 3 photos only )
Let me a message when it’s ready
It’s total amazing. I keep starring at them, Awesome details and texture
These photos are what defines photography as art. Having been in a ministry to homeless individuals for nearly ten years, I know how difficult it is for them to ‘let you in’ to their world. You have captured the heart, the essence of these folks. Bravo.
Stunningly beautiful!