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artist

What town do you live in?

Holyoke

In which disciplines do you work or exhibit?

Photography

Artist Statement/Bio

Wendy Coco
wendycocophotography@gmail.com
wendycocophotography.zenfolio.com



A featured artist of The Queer Gallery, Wendy Coco is a photographer who specializes in capturing the images of the living world. Born in Maine she first used her camera to capture images of rural living. In 2002 she moved to Western Massachusetts where she began exploring her interest in the arts, floral photography and lesbian fiction.

As a Social Worker Wendy quickly found a way to combine her love of photography and her 20 year experience in housing the homeless to capture the reality of living today. She has been blessed with the opportunity to meet thousands of people around the country who have found themselves struggling under the weight of poverty, or sexual stigma. Encapsulated in her work are poignant images of individuals who continually work towards survival and seek the basic enjoyment of life.

Encapsulated in her writing is her desire for understanding and equality within the LBGT community. She looks forward to and embraces the day when “coming out of the closet” is a term that no longer exists to explain sexuality, but in the literal sense that it was originally meant.

Recognized by:
The International Society of Photographers - Outstanding Achievement in Photography Award
The International Library of Photography - Editor's Choice Celebrated Photographer Award
Apogee Photo Magazine
A Judge's Favorite of ViewBug
An Artist Showcase Winner of ARTSlant

Website

http://wendycocophotography.zenfolio.com