2010

As we launch a new year and a new decade, the question remains “how do we understand ourselves and each other.” From Hollywood blockbusters like Avatar to young guys on the streets, we are being asked to really “see” each other.


As we move forward, BeingToronto will continue to explore the neighborhoods of Toronto providing and opportunity both to see and been seen. Asking what an intimate portrait, captured on the streets and public spaces of Toronto, tell us about our city, our neighborhoods, and ourselves.

And while taking a break to help organize and shoot the Help Portrait Project, we are now actively looking for our next venue (public and weather protected). If you have suggestions please pass them along.

Stay in touch and stay tuned.

Cheers,

John Beebe and Michelle Gibson

BeingThere

Some of people who showed up and stepped in

Next Stop?

The buzz is still spreading. 
Where next?  We want your ideas and input.  What corner, what neighborhood, what indoor location (weather is not as predictable these days).
We want your feedback.  So leave a suggestion here.

A short timelapse of some set-up time

Thanks to the crew for all their hard work: Bobby, Sarah, and Paola!

Gerrard and Broadview, Toronto - The Portraits

Thank you to everyone who stepped off the street and into our studio. 
Photographs by John Beebe and Michelle Gibson

Impressions from Our New Partners

The Toronto Diversity project experience was most enjoyable as well as insightful. I was able to interact and have meaningful exchanges with persons from different walks of life. The City of Toronto is indeed a rich dichotomy of values and beliefs representing a wide range of creed and culture: yet still from my observations we appear as `one'.

 Jean-Paul Jean-Baptiste - Building Equitable Environments

Gerrard and Broadview, Toronto - The Scene

Thanks to everyone who stepped in and participated.  A special thanks to our great crew Paola, Bobby, and Sarah - you guys rocked!