Louis Carr Photography

10/01/2025

09/17/2020

Posted •interview by for .human.perspective

Using Photojournalism to Fight Hate pt. 2

The # may have disappeared from your timeline, but the BLM movement continues to push for justice across the US.

[Why create this Photography Book?]

Basically, because I'm black. And I believe that Blacks should write their own narratives and tell their own stories. I’m a firm believer in storytelling and sharing Black stories as authentically as possible. I think that if black people step up and share their story, it would be hard for anyone else to change our narratives

I think it's important that this particular moment in history be preserved, just like the Civil Rights Movement (CRM) was preserved. I think it's paramount, that this time, all of the stories come from Black people who are affected by white supremacy and patriarchy and racism. Black voices. Not just Black voices that are celebrities or celebrity-ish

[How does this current movement parallel the CRM?]

Because it's a pivotal moment in this country's history. I think Black voices and Black people are often seen, but not really heard. And when they are heard, it's usually from a white lens or a white filter to where it's safe. And it's digestible for other people

But our struggle has never been safe for us. It's never been digestible for us, and it shouldn't be made to be palatable for anyone else

I think it should be told transparently and truthfully; I think we should hear from Black women, from Black trans men and women, and from black men, period, in their own words. I think it's very important because this is our CRM

This is our turning point, this is our Montgomery Bus Boycott. This is Blacks standing up more and more saying, “You know, enough is enough.”

It parallels the CRM in ways that Blacks are now standing up unapologetically against State sanctioned violence against us. Like then, Blacks are willing to put their bodies on the line for our ultimate freedom and liberation. It parallels the CRM in terms of unity and sacrifice. Knowing that when we stand together, when we fight together, we win together, not just for Black people but for everyone’

09/16/2020

Life Happening
I've been in bed for most of the day. At least 90% of it. Doing my best to promote our new book (link in bio), walk my dogs, promote my interview that did for .human.perspective and allow myself to and from this diagnosed and the first stages of . I spent some time at but I'm home. thanks for talking with me super late at night and incredibly early in the morning. To Mrs. Warren, I there was so way for me to ease your pain. Our visit today was everything. Vanessa, from your hospital bed, you always show up. I'm down, but not out, shattered but far from broken. Keith, rest easy young man. You're greatly missed already. and thanks for helping me with the since I've been home fromnthe hospital. Lastly, I love starting and ending my days with you. 🌙 everyone be sure to tell the people you love that you love them. Tomorrow may be too late.

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Artists | Create

Even when things seem at their worst. When it seems the mountain is just too high and you're tired of the climb. When you've done all you can and all you know how. When the night never seems to end. Hold on to your faith and just keep creating.

09/12/2020

Stuffed
I can't force my dogs to wait for a walk any longer. Its 3pm and they've not been out. Pain is something I deal with daily so I'll deal with this too.

09/10/2020

I CAN'T BREATHE
Our 2nd covers 7 years of of state sanctioned violence, and our fight towards freedom and liberation. From and to and . The book features 3 powerful from and the work of me and my creative partner Presale price is $80. My personal goal is to sell 100 books during presale. You can help me reach that goal by using this link https://gf.me/u/ywpxar or clicking the link in my bio. .a.hou

09/10/2020

Home & Help
I had to make an unexpected trip to the emergency room last night. I arrived home just after 6:30 this morning. I was given more antibiotics, another breathing treatment and placed on a drip to make sure I remained hydrated. My little Dixie was sleeping in my bed when I returned home. Thank God they were groomed yesterday by . I could really use some help walking the dogs while I continue to recover. If you're available please let me know. If we've never met, please don't volunteer.