About Me I am photographer, traveler and beach lover. My work focuses on the beauty that can be found everywhere in this amazing world; in the people, the places, the big picture and the delicate details. This is my journal.

May 30, 2011 // travel
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A few from the school of St Yared. Ethiopia.

The school of St Yared is a small but growing school that provides western style education to underprivileged kids in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The aim of the school is to 'Fight Poverty through Education.' The children are selected on their apptitude, attitude and poverty level. The aim is equip these children with the skills and knowledge to help their families, communities and affect change in their country. The school is funded through child sponsors and generous donations from varied individuals. Some of the best English speaking Ethiopians I have met have been the 6 or 7 year olds at this school. I can't wait to see their dreams become realities.
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Leana Barnett:

Lovely pics Arls - Betty looks great in goals - do you reckon she will be playing for Ethiopia in the World Cup! Cant wait to go see the school, the kids are super cute!

(05.30.11 @ 07:22 AM)
Nic Duncan:

Oh Arlene...these are amazing. Can't wait to see more :-) xx

(05.30.11 @ 07:30 AM)
Sarah:

Arlsi u r simply amazing x

(05.30.11 @ 08:16 AM)
Jen Regan:

These are very moving Arlene. BEAUTIFUL work xxx

(05.30.11 @ 08:21 AM)
aimee:

this is beautiful arlene, it makes me smile :) these kids are inspirational

(05.30.11 @ 01:07 PM)
Sheridan:

I love these :) good job!

(05.30.11 @ 07:25 PM)
Anna:

Love it! Ethiopia's strong future voices. Best of luck to the both of you.

(05.30.11 @ 10:37 PM)
Jules:

Sweet picture Arlene!! These kids look gorgeous... some of them remind me of my kids at school! :)

(05.30.11 @ 10:41 PM)
Siri:

Ethiopia! Great photos, espescially #6. Have a good time=)

(05.31.11 @ 04:53 AM)
Katey:

So much joy and beauty. You capture faces wonderfully!

(06.08.11 @ 09:34 AM)
May 27, 2011 //
Hi friends, I am currently working on a project in Ethiopia with a lovely organisation called 'Hope for Children' and the School of St Yared. I will we back in Perth on the 4th of July. All phone calls and emails will be attended to upon my return.

I hope to update with photos along the way if I can find any good internet so stay tuned :)




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jk:

LIES!
So... how bout that internet?
Yep...how bout it...the internet.
Good ooool' internet.
Yep.

(05.28.11 @ 03:29 PM)
May 16, 2011 // portrait
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Leena. Perth.
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Lisa:

awww what lovely shots :) you have made her look like such an angel. hehe

(05.18.11 @ 09:09 PM)
Emma :

She is an angel tho isn't she Lisa? Cute shots Arls! Em.xo

(05.19.11 @ 04:53 PM)
May 11, 2011 // portrait
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Natasha + Nathan. Leighton Beach. Love.
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Ben and Candice are two of the most awesome people I know, not only are they treasured friends, they also come complete with beautiful personalities, incredible good look and other cool things like beards, bellies and bikes. I can't wait to see their awesomeness combined in their little man when he finally graces us with his presence.
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Father Ben:

And I wasn't smiling becaauuuusee........I LOVE the photos Arls. You're epic xx

(05.09.11 @ 07:46 PM)
Natas:

they are awesome, you two are something else..! great shots Arl...

(05.11.11 @ 09:30 AM)
amy rock:

gorgeous pics!!! its a perfect bump! arls you are amazing. love you guys xoxox

(05.12.11 @ 04:21 PM)
Leana:

Such sweet pics Arls!

(05.22.11 @ 04:38 PM)
Nic Duncan:

Best maternity shots...ever!

(05.30.11 @ 07:09 AM)