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Written All Over Her Face

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“People – their faces – a reflection of their soul.” ~ Cherel Ito  A photograph captures a moment in a life. This one frame begs the question ‘Is this how this woman was feeling only in this very moment or … Continue reading →

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Stories Captured Stories Told

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“Ito’s black-and-white photographs offer a chronicle of one woman’s journey to expand her humanity. … an important contribution to the museum’s growing collection of documentary photography,” said Susan Fisher Sterling, Chief Curator http://www.nmwa.org.   To leaf through Cherel Ito’s book … Continue reading →

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Finding Inspiration in the Everyday

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“Get up early to take photos of the marketplace…melons, pears, fish…bought bread from back seat of a car from a very happy man.” ~ Cherel Ito Many artists are stereo-typically said to be self absorbed in themselves and their craft, … Continue reading →

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Open Doors and Open Heart

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“The flowers in your eyes are more beautiful than those in the fields.” ~ Cherel Ito  From this quotation, it would seem that Cherel Ito was seduced by her subject’s eyes. However, it was not the eyes that held mystery … Continue reading →

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Rooted in Musical History

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“He played his fiddle and I wept.” ~ Cherel Ito  Much of the Ozark Mountain region is remote, and economically underserved. It is rich in musical history and in that geographical area of the country, much of the music is … Continue reading →

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Learning from the Elders

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“The beauty of simplicity – the simplicity of beauty.” ~ Cherel Ito  One only needs to look at the face of this woman, distinguished by age, to know that she has accumulated a lifetime of wealth – of wisdom and … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Stones

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“Every minute is for observation and making connections.” ~ Cherel Ito  Although there are no sandy beaches, theme parks or awe-inspiring mile high mountain vistas, the wailing wall is a place where millions of tourists flock to every year. The … Continue reading →

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In Good Company

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“Such energy and peace and steady with life. The rhythms feel good” ~ Cherel Ito  People travel in circles. Our careers, interests and hobbies, often determine our company of friends and associates. Our attraction to others can bring both positive … Continue reading →

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Nepal Rings in the Year 2068

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“I like wandering alone – my own time to discover and shoot pictures.” ~ Cherel Ito Photographer and filmmaker, Cherel Ito, captured this image through the lens of her camera as she traveled through Nepal. According to the Gregorian calendar, … Continue reading →

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One-of-A-Kind Soul and Spirit

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Sue Batton Leonard

“ My photography is committed to ….unrehearsed moments of human expression.” ~Cherel Ito  Cherel Ito’s work as a producer and editor in the filmmaking industry was a natural extension of her photography. Her interests led her to produce and edit … Continue reading →

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