Photography encompasses my two great passions - a love for life & a love for beauty.
I began taking pictures to capture the beautiful moments all around me, and share its splendor with friends & family.
Growing up in Vietnam, an underdeveloped country, was predictably tough. But my parents ensured that we had a better future than they could possibly envision. We moved to America in the 80's. Even when my parents struggled to put us through college, they never lost their generosity of spirit. My mother being a teacher has a profound influence in our lives; it instilled in us the value and significance of education.
Last year when my family visited Vietnam, I was distraught to see that some things had never changed since I left. My 16 year old could not wrap her head around the harsh reality of small children on the streets selling merchandise. These children are under the OOSC (Out Of School Children) category - the majority of who had never attended a school. In addition, existing school facilities in the rural areas are deplorable. Students lack books and supplies. Their daily life is a vicious struggle. Education, the missing puzzle piece to a quality life, is sadly a distant dream...
My father always taught us, 'If you cannot afford to donate your money to help someone, then donate your effort'. Taking a leaf out of his book, I have created this nonprofit endeavor. When you purchase my print products, your donation goes a long way. All funds are distributed to the OOSC families (and schools) by reliable channels to ensure that the children are taken off the streets and placed where they rightly belong: in Schools.
I sincerely hope that through your support, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of these unfortunate children, a difference that they so well deserve.
Thank you for visiting my gallery. I hope you enjoy the beauty around us.
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Tran Boelsterli joined Pixels.com Licensing on June 26th, 2016.
