"Because this is where I live this is where I started this project. Miami’s homeless were the ‘test subjects’ of this project. This is where I figured out that through trial and error I could handle this odd situation. Would the cameras actually be mailed back and would these people actually participate in this somewhat insane project, were some of the questions I found myself asking."

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SATURDAY... God it's hot.
Got in the car and drove to the park off of Commerce and I-35. Got out and walked around in 100 degree weather. A few homeless but they looked like they were in really bad shape. Not interested in approaching them. Two bag ladies and three guys sleeping under a cabana. Moving on.

Drove by the central division police station. Decided to stop. Waited a while to speak to someone. Spoke to a nice lady officer who made some calls on my behalf. She more


Participation in the “I Am A Vagabond” camera project held both rewards and challenges as we carried it out here in Los Angeles, California.

Memorable experiences of seeing people’s reaction to being asked to participate in the “I Am A Vagabond” camera project was absolutely priceless. As participants agreed to take photos of their daily lives a sense of worth and value was conveyed to them as individuals. When it was explained that the Innovation Foundation was not only interested in their more

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