I have struggled with an idea for my photo essay. The fact of finding an event that can solely speak through photo is a bit intimidating. But I came to two final ideas.
Little Ferry: Family Fun Day
Little Ferry is a small town in New Jersey. They have an annual family fun day where there are carnival rides, loads of food, and many many fun times. Last year due to COVID the fair was canceled and although the town is so close knitted, they were all trapped indoors on a day that is made for memories. All the towns’ occupants were excited for this year’s Family fun day to come until Hurricane Ida came and hit the town harshly causing many families lots of damages. It is a flash flood zone despite having many alterations done to the sewers after Hurricane Sandy did more damage back in 2012. The Family Fun Day was almost cancelled once again due to damages, but the town rallied together to have it come to life again after being off last year. I’d like to capture these moments full of heart after the suffering this little town has endured.
Fright Fest: Six Flags Great Adventure
My other idea was visiting this year’s opening Fright Fest Night at Six Flags Great adventure in Jackson New Jersey. Capturing those spooky moments many have been waiting for. Id like to capture costumes, and different personalities as everyone enjoys the thrills of rides and scary surprises.