Where Are you Really From? is the news feed for Francis Minien Photography, all things Photography, Philanthropic, Travel and updates from my world. The title is a running joke about myself and where I am from, if you know me it makes sense, if you don't then maybe you should starting right here....
11TH ANNUAL BLACK AND WHITE SPIDER AWARDS HONORS PHOTOGRAPHER FRANCIS MINIEN FROM UK.
Amateur photographer Francis Minien of UK was presented with the 11th Annual Black and White Spider Awards Nominee title in the category of (Category) at a prestigious Nomination & Winners PhotoShow webcast Saturday, November 5, 2016.
Read MoreGreat news is that all Francis Minien Photography Books are now available on iTunes as eBooks. Check them out:
Is an exploration of the Festival life and experience documented by Francis Minien over the past two decades since his first Festival experience in 1993.
Is a collection of photographs from my travels around the world, focusing on the wonders of the tourist gift market in what is a billion dollar industry.
Is a photographic essay tracking the photographers eye through a year of extreme turmoil, change and challenges.
Its always nice to see your work get out there in an unsolicited manner, Whilst going through my regular routine of googling myself to check any unsolicited use of my images i stumbled across a Huffington Post Article Should Government Policies Rely More on Psychology?
Its a great Article so one should take some time to read it, but also a nice shot included!
I have spent a lot of time over the last 6 or 7 years working with and documenting Microfinance institutions and their clients. CGAP is a organisation and thought leader in the field of Financial inclusion that Microfinance plays an important role.
Read MoreCatchafire: "A matchmaking service between talent and purpose"
Recently CBS news featured a story on Catchafire an online platform for nonprofits and social enterprises to find skilled professionals willing to volunteer their services.
Francis Minien is a volunteer photographer at Catchafire. He was featured in the story during work on a recent photography project for the Pratt Area Community Council, an organization in Brooklyn, New York, that helps people find affordable housing.