i am back in the united states now, after the end of the term in chittagong and some time traveling in southeast asia with my friend tara. i plan to post pics of those travels in the near future. for now, here are some photos of my last week in chittagong.
the first four photos are of kids who live in rooms on the alley just behind AUW. the next three photos are from a trip to a local outdoor market.
this might be my favorite photo from the year. i love the delight in the smiles and faces of these boys.
i am not sure why these heads were arranged so carefully, as if posed for a picture, on the edge of the butcher's table.
i am hesitant to take photographs of people begging, out of concern that doing so will exploit or objectify or otherwise disrespect them. but this man was obviously delighted to have his picture taken, and to be center of attention for a few moments. at least in this instance, it seemed that taking his picture conveyed his importance, rather than highlighting his lowly status. and what a marvelous smile!
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