The children sing a welcome song on our first day in Cite Soleil. Our classroom was also a Peristyle bordered by homes on each side.

Jean introduces Guy and Susan (and me) to the class.

DJimmy shows Nadege the proper handling technique of Susan's digital camera.

Jean excites the students by explaining the power of the camera.

Students get into the Photo Class.

As students and neighbors look on, Guy shows Nadege camera details before we head out to take pictures.

The murals along a wall in Cite Soleil are a source of pride, and Nadege shoots a portrait to incorporate them in her work.

The 2009 Zanmi Lakay Cite Soleil Photography Workshop class!

The 2009 Zanmi Lakay Cite Soleil Photography Workshop class along with Fondasyon Kolezepol Pou Sove Ti Moun leaders.

Zanmi Lakay collaborated with Jean Ristil and his organization Fondasyon Kolezepol in Cite Soleil with a Photography Workshop for 25 children in May and June 2009. Students were taught the basics of photography including composition, light, how to approach people, and obtaining access. We shared many examples of photography, and Jean inspired the kids with a serious dose of spirited challenge…and they were up to the task. Zanmi Lakay brought donations for the group and provided treats for the last day fete, and were also generously entertained with beautiful songs and dance by many new friends.