The Children in Nature Photo Exhibit will be the first in an annual series of exhibits. The photo exhibition series is designed to enlighten the public on the connection between the environment and the health of children.
One in every three children ages two to 19 is overweight. We are just beginning to understand the severe health implications of spending less time outside in unstructured play. Playing outside stimulates creativity, increases aerobic endurance, reduces stress levels and promotes a lifelong appreciation of nature and outdoors.
The Children and Nature Photo Exhibit will feature award-winning, humanitarian and social issues photographer Roberto “Bear” Guerra. The link to his Web site is: http://www.bearguerra.com. Signed photos will be available for purchase at exhibit locations to be designated by event sponsors and the Children’s Environmental Health Institute. A poster commemorating the event will also be available.
As the program evolves, future exhibits will include photo competitions and exhibits featuring the work of children. Our aim in addressing compelling subject matter for future exhibitions, includes children in urban environments, children of migrant workers, child labor, and loss of habitat due to natural or man-made disasters.
Photography will be used as an approach to develop an emotional and educational experience for the viewers to envision the relationship of children and their environment. The cross-cultural images will document the delicate relationship between natural environments and future generations, as well as the critical connection for the protection of both.
