Dianna
New York City
Dianna says, "At age 52, I was told I was too old to get Rheumatoid Arthritis. Just got lucky I guess."Monday, October 26, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
Welcome!
I am starting a portrait project of people who have an autoimmune disease (rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, ankylosing spondylitis, fibromyalgia, celiac disease, hashimoto’s disease, etc.). Often, these diseases strike people at a young age and are chronic. We don’t usually look sick, but they never really go away. There are so many people out there who are struggling with these health issues, and the general public doesn’t really understand.
I want to give a face to these diseases to inform my friends and family at least, and the world at best, that we really aren’t “too young to have that”; and that even though we “don’t look sick,” we are. And we need your care and support.
I am located in New York City and sometimes travel to the Philadelphia area and will likely be in the Baltimore area on occasion. I will also be in Northern Indiana in December. So, if any one wants to volunteer for a portrait session or has a friend or family member who might be interested, please e-mail me at jodimckeephotography@gmail.com. Thanks!!
I want to give a face to these diseases to inform my friends and family at least, and the world at best, that we really aren’t “too young to have that”; and that even though we “don’t look sick,” we are. And we need your care and support.
I am located in New York City and sometimes travel to the Philadelphia area and will likely be in the Baltimore area on occasion. I will also be in Northern Indiana in December. So, if any one wants to volunteer for a portrait session or has a friend or family member who might be interested, please e-mail me at jodimckeephotography@gmail.com. Thanks!!
Saturday, August 1, 2009
About
I am a photographer living in New York City. I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis in 2008 and have decided to start a portrait project of people who have RA and other autoimmune diseases.
My hope for this project is that I can let everyone know that there are a lot of younger people out there who are dealing with these chronic, often painful, illnesses. Also, I think it is very important for the newly diagnosed to be able to see all of these beautiful, happy faces and know that they are not the only one.
Working on this project makes me feel like we are all in this together and that none of us has to go through it alone.
If you would like to participate and have me take your portrait, please e-mail me at jodimckeephotography@gmail.com. Thanks!
