KaBOOM! in Los Angeles
What is up beautiful people,
The Furious Photographers were asked recently to photograph a charity event hosted by KaBOOM!. KaBOOM! has a phenomenal vision of installing safe playgrounds throughout the nation for children to play.
Their slogan, "It starts with a playground" speaks for itself. Having a safe playground where individuals can play offers many highlights!
1. Children can play safely!
2. Children can build motor skills
3. Children have the opportunity to make new friends :)
4. It keeps children away from negative elements
When I learned of this non-profit organization, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to photograph their debut in Los Angeles. The event was filled with press coverage and influential figures, which I was not anticipating. I even met Lawrence's old mentor - Hal Wells - from Los Angeles Times! As much as I loved the event, I went unprepared - no sunblock! I returned home looking like a cooked lobster. *glum*
Anyway, please enjoy a snippet of the construction of the playground!
The following has Antonio Villaraigosa (Los Angeles County Mayor) hanging with the kids:
Antonio Villaraigosa
Xzibit!!! It was totally awesome meeting Xzibit! He was very humble and kind. Since I really wanted to meet him on a personal level, I blurted the first thing that came to my mind, "X to the Z!" Xzibit turned around and laughed and offered a proffered hand. It was such a great honor to meet such a famous rapper. He took a respite from his social responsibilities and chatted with me for a bit. Afterwards, he rolled up his sleeves and got down to help out with he construction of the playground. He was definitely someone who was not there for only publicity; Xzibit really cared.
Maria Shriver (Arnold Schwarzenegger's - California Governor - wife) - also known as the "First Lady of California" :)
Xzibit giving a speech with Maria Shriver in the background
The KaBOOM! teams were split up into different animal squads. Team Turtle had a rad team leader.
There was a large mural of Caesar Chavez mounted near the playground. Chavez's son - Paul F. Chavez - was also present to help paint the mural! How cool is that?
This volunteer worked the entire day without a break, so he deserved some more limelight :D
The final product with over 450 volunteers!!!
Some KaBOOM! team leaders chillaxin!
Whew! What a wonderful day to build a playground! Remember that children are the future and education/play should not be neglected.
Best wishes,
Doug
The Furious Photographers were asked recently to photograph a charity event hosted by KaBOOM!. KaBOOM! has a phenomenal vision of installing safe playgrounds throughout the nation for children to play.
Their slogan, "It starts with a playground" speaks for itself. Having a safe playground where individuals can play offers many highlights!
1. Children can play safely!
2. Children can build motor skills
3. Children have the opportunity to make new friends :)
4. It keeps children away from negative elements
When I learned of this non-profit organization, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to photograph their debut in Los Angeles. The event was filled with press coverage and influential figures, which I was not anticipating. I even met Lawrence's old mentor - Hal Wells - from Los Angeles Times! As much as I loved the event, I went unprepared - no sunblock! I returned home looking like a cooked lobster. *glum*
Anyway, please enjoy a snippet of the construction of the playground!
The following has Antonio Villaraigosa (Los Angeles County Mayor) hanging with the kids:
Antonio Villaraigosa
Xzibit!!! It was totally awesome meeting Xzibit! He was very humble and kind. Since I really wanted to meet him on a personal level, I blurted the first thing that came to my mind, "X to the Z!" Xzibit turned around and laughed and offered a proffered hand. It was such a great honor to meet such a famous rapper. He took a respite from his social responsibilities and chatted with me for a bit. Afterwards, he rolled up his sleeves and got down to help out with he construction of the playground. He was definitely someone who was not there for only publicity; Xzibit really cared.
Maria Shriver (Arnold Schwarzenegger's - California Governor - wife) - also known as the "First Lady of California" :)
Xzibit giving a speech with Maria Shriver in the background
The KaBOOM! teams were split up into different animal squads. Team Turtle had a rad team leader.
There was a large mural of Caesar Chavez mounted near the playground. Chavez's son - Paul F. Chavez - was also present to help paint the mural! How cool is that?
This volunteer worked the entire day without a break, so he deserved some more limelight :D
The final product with over 450 volunteers!!!
Some KaBOOM! team leaders chillaxin!
Whew! What a wonderful day to build a playground! Remember that children are the future and education/play should not be neglected.
Best wishes,
Doug
posted by Furious Photographers at
9:46 PM
2 Comments:
that's awesome stuff....good work guys :)
get an autograph? ;)
What a great opportunity! Looks like fun!
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