Express Yourself Press Release

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/11/prweb9002678.htm

Express Yourself Book signing at the Barrington Field House Friday Sept 16th from 5:00 to 6:00.

Express Yourself Book signing at the Barrington Field House Friday Sept 16th from 5:00 to 6:00. “Express Yourself” The world through their eyes is a project for the Barrington Area’s special needs children to use photography as a creative outlet to show others their view of the world. The Field House is located at 28156 W. NorthPointe Parkway, Lake Barrington, IL 60010
Sponsored by Barrington Area Special Voices www.basv.info

“Express Yourself the world through their eyes” Book is now available.

The Express yourself book is now available and will soon be on Amazon for now contact thomas@booksthattouch.com for copies.  Express Yourself is $25.00      100% first 300 copies and 20% of the profits after that  go directly to Barrington Area Special Voices.  basv.info

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Everyone on the planet has something to contribute. We all have gifts, talents, passions, and the ability to affect others — although some of us communicate differently than the rest of us.

Nationally recognized portrait photographer Thomas Balsamo has photographed countless special needs children through the years. He has learned that each and every one of them has a voice a perspective on life that is valuable and interesting. He created Express Yourself to give these special children an opportunity to show the world how they see from their unique perspective.

For the book, Thomas taught 28 special needs individuals the basics of photography, then sent them out to do a photo assignment: Photograph something that makes you laugh, something that makes you cry, something you love, something beautiful, and something you can’t live without.

The results of this assignment and comments from each of the participants became the content of the book Express Yourself.

Thomas believes that the power of images is contagious, and he hopes a few of these special children will catch it, using photography as a creative outlet and a method of communication. Most of all, he hopes to inspire special people to begin the discovery process of finding and using their gifts, passions, and talents to enhance their lives and the lives of others.

See Thomas Balsamo and Sharon Rosenbloom’s  book Souls Beneath and Beyond Autism on Amazon.

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Parrot Digigraphic used my Image on their new Angelica Watercolor paper box

I love this paper!

Thomas Balsamo Image on Angelica Paper box

They also featured me on their blog http://www.parrotcolor.com/sto​re/blog.php?url&p=707

Christopher Warren Green performed at the Royal Wedding

Christopher Warren Green performed at the Royal Wedding I had the privilege of photographing him for the Charlotte Symphony in 09. Christopher also is the London Chamber Orchestra’s music director. He was chosen by Prince William and Kate Middleton for to direct at the Royal Wedding. Here is a few new images from our session  .http://www.people.com/people/package/article/0,,20395222_20482917,00.html

“Express Yourself” See the world though the Eyes of Special Needs Children

Spread the word were looking for special kids from 8 to 23 who want to learn about photography and contribute their work to a gallery show and coffee table book.

SIGN UP IS STILL OPEN BUT FILLING UP FAST

for more info and to download entry form visit

http://www.expressyourselfexhibit.com/Express_Yourself/Welcome.html

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Download  “Express Yourself” brochure

GiGi’s Playhouse Gala

II had a wonderful time at the GiGis playhouse Down Syndrome Awareness Centers Gala last night.  It was a memorable night shared by Playhouses in  New Your,Chicago, Atlanta, Des Moines and Sioux City. .  I’m so privileged to use my work for such a  great organization making a difference.

“Educating Exceptional children”

I’m honored my images of individuals with disabilities were used for the cover and interior of a great college textbook, “Educating Exceptional Children”. published by Wadsworth Cengage learning. Written by Samuel Kirk,James Gallagher,Mary Ruth Coleman and Nick Anastasiow.
http://www.cengage.com/search/productOverview.do?N=+16+4294922390+4294967121&Ntk=P_Isbn13&Ntt=9781111356118

Blizzard 2011

I had a great time shooting the snow today.

I hope you enjoy!

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Health and Human services used my portraits in a National awareness campaign for people with disabilities

“Disability is a part of the natural human experience”

These posters were on display in every government building.