Category: Behind the Lens (Photo + Film)
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Being Chosen to Strive: A Reflection on Purpose, Passion, and Persistence
Being Chosen to Strive: A Reflection on Purpose, Passion, and Persistence By Christopher Tru Hood Some people are hired. Others are called. I’ve come to realize—I’m the latter. Called to serve. Called to create. Called to lead. Called to build. Last week, someone asked me if I could run a photography workshop. I said, without…
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Where Light Barely Reaches, But We Still Bloom
Where Light Barely Reaches, But We Still Bloom Englewood, a neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side, is often portrayed through statistics like poverty rates and crime reports, but there is so much more to it than meets the eye. Beneath the headlines lies a vibrant community rich in legacy and resilience, showcasing a determined spirit and…
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The Ones Who Made It: From the Streets of Chicago to the Cap and Gown
The Ones Who Made It: From the Streets of Chicago to the Cap and Gown By Christopher Tru Hood | Photojournalist, Tru Hood Studio LLC “I didn’t know the bigger picture when I started. I just knew I had to make it.” — Adonte, Class of 2025 A high school diploma in Chicago isn’t just…