I'm Alex, 17

My emotions are often everywhere so I take pictures to document my feelings,
and I really like soothing piano songs that make my eyes droopy.

A big thanks to Joseph for the pro account!

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    c. anthony says:

    "I have a feeling that you've heard this so so many times, but your photos are like the memories a wish I had. Each photo is filled with so much life. Alex, you have grown on me, now i think your one of my favorites on flickr. Never stop taking photos, its seems like its what you're meant to do."

    26th June, 2010

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    Francesca Jane Allen says:

    "your photos make me want to go out and explore stuff and build teepees and sleep out in the stars. this can only be a good thing. you're amazing ok."

    16th May, 2010

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    Elijah Majeski says:

    "your photos become more and more striking
    more and more powerful
    more and more beautiful
    you are a brilliant talent
    and incredibly gifted"

    1st May, 2010

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    Rebecca Williams. says:

    "the melancholy tune of Asleep hums through the fine grain of his photos, lulling you away into the quieter, distant and softer memories of reality most other people seem to forget exist, much less capture."

    27th January, 2010

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    ting s, says:

    "fragile, emotional memories that deserve to be cherished for all of eternity, because they're that special.
    thank you for pouring your heart and soul out into your photos, alex, because it really shows."

    6th January, 2010

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    trang quynh nguyen says:

    "hey alex, are you even real ?



    because you, and your film photos. everything seems like a dream that i don't even want to wake up."

    6th November, 2009

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    comelylittletree says:

    "his photos lead you through the indecisive everyday moments that make life beautiful, mystical, lovely; and his personality is very much quite along those very same lines."

    22nd October, 2009

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    Michela Heim says:

    "Alex, I simply love your photographs, and especially your film. So stunning. Oh these memories, it's like the world is waiting for you to catch it and show it to us. Because you're doing it so well."

    4th October, 2009

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    anna hollow says:

    "god, you have the most brilliant mind. i am constantly astounded by the photos you take, the poems you make, and the honest soul you have. there is a special little place in my heart for you. i still wish we could have met up that one time but ah well, another time hopefully."

    2nd October, 2009

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    Paula Nacif says:

    "You keep growing as a photographer, and you're really great and you don't take enough credit for that. i really wish i took pictures like you - they're all so honest and real and you can really see you put a piece of yourself in them. never ever stop what you're doing, please."

    26th September, 2009

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    anne symons says:

    "respiration through pictures"

    20th September, 2009

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    cream tangerine says:

    "erica's testimonial says it all. you have a certain something that you transmit very well in your photographs. it's special and i love it."

    18th September, 2009

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    Im only sleeping says:

    "Alex, i really have enjoyed watching you grow as a photographer im really excited for your future ..i honestly cant wait to see what else you will do..you have a certain innocence that you always seem to capture in your photos i really love and admire that about you

    -erica"

    17th September, 2009

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    Laurence, says:

    "I love your mind
    it's so complicated and beautiful
    and your photos reflect that
    please don't ever stop
    :)"

    14th September, 2009

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    kkkkarl says:

    "you are pretty great. :) your polaroids inspire me to buy a polaroid myself. seriously, keep up the good work"

    13th September, 2009

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    Chelzilla says:

    "yes i do know what you mean because i feel the same way about your photos, theres alot much more going on when it comes to your photography i guess like a little mystery and i love it :)"

    5th September, 2009

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    samara york says:

    "alex's photos bring back memories for me. they can remind me of those beautiful, sunny afternoons i spent outside, jumping rope and drawing chalk on the driveway as a kid. they can remind me of spending foggy, humid days and chilly winter nights inside, playing board games with my friends and talking about our dreams. they can remind me of my most vivid, most precious childhood memories, good and bad, happy and sad, but still equally precious nonetheless. his pictures make me feel things, remember things, and wonder about things, and that is true art at it's finest."

    17th August, 2009

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    Jordan Tiberio says:

    "A is for Always whips out amazing photographs
    L is for Let this be possibly the worst testimonial ever written, but I'm out of creative words to describe your work, which I LOVE... damn, I should have used "L" for "Love you work"... whatever.
    E is for Exceptional ideas that if I tried to EEEExecute, they'd fail.
    X is for nothing because nothing starts with "X"

    So yeah, sir Alex, your work is bomb and I love it and I'm sorry my testimonial doesn't live up to describing your insaneee creativity :)"

    17th August, 2009

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    dorellana says:

    "alex is a wonderful person
    who takes dreamy, candid pictures
    to inspire us all"

    2nd August, 2009

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    taraviolet. says:

    "He has those kind of eyes. The ones that see things the way they should be. He is charlie from the perks of being a wallflower in a way, but so much more. He understands, and his art shows that. He has a beautiful way of seeing the world."

    1st July, 2009

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    kaylayestal says:

    "I don't understand why the hell I haven't written one of these yet.

    Alex has a photostream that is similar to a Venus fly trap that you don't want to escape from. It invites you in at first with its stunning beauty and then BAM, you are trapped forever gawking over how fantastic his work is."

    25th June, 2009

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    zack henningsgaard says:

    "I don't know how to start this off, but let's just say. Alex takes really great portraits and has a good eye for photography. He may not have an slr but he really deserves one and is just as good as he would be with one. Alex has improved tremendously since he started on here. This sounds like a report card. Haha."

    27th June, 2009

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    shawnisabelle says:

    "my testimonial was way at the bottom. so, edit.

    hey alex,
    you're a really great kid. you're the kind of kid that narrates movies about adolescence. you know? those writers and stuff who make everything that happens sound ironic or awesome.

    you're wonderful, and it shows in your art. the humanism and the compassion you have for life.

    i miss you lots."

    30th May, 2009

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    dfgdfsgsdfgdfs says:

    "Alex was one of my first friends on here. :) He's suuuuper nice and great to get to know.
    Your photostream has developed so much since the beginning. Ahkjshgd you're so good haha."

    27th May, 2009

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    michele mobley says:

    "his photos have a nolgastic and warm feel to them.
    it's amazing what you can do.
    really."

    11th May, 2009

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    fivefortyfive says:

    "holy wow.
    one of the first people i saw on flickr.
    you still blow my mind, daily.
    you are truly genuine and inspiring.

    do the world a favor:
    keep doing what you love, no matter what it takes."

    10th May, 2009

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    murakami.kenta says:

    "He is incredible. His photos make me feel."

    8th May, 2009

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    *Nishe says:

    "There's a beautiful childlike feel to his photographs. Young, talented and growing."

    5th May, 2009

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    Sita Marie says:

    "he is magical.
    he is perfection.
    he is amazing.

    alex is really good at working with light and composition.
    his pictures make me feel happy.
    they are all so creative.
    and he is really nice all the time,
    and leaves some of the nicest comments. :)

    thank you"

    10th April, 2009

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    cynthia paige says:

    "inspiring.

    ---
    edit, because one word is not enough to describe what a great photographer alex is.

    his photos are so real, not overly processed, and they have meaning. and yes, he has inspired me tremendously. i wish my mind was as creative as his. we go to the same school and rarely talk, but he's an interesting character and a wonderful flickr friend. his photostream is one of my favorites and i'm glad that i sorta know him, unlike most of his admirers on here. (:"

    31st March, 2009

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    trèsroc! says:

    "Alex is amazing in all it's simplicity.
    His work is so wonderfully captured, and i love how he takes pictures based on things that mean the most to him.
    Can't wait to see more, keep it up Alex!
    :D"

    7th March, 2009

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    bethany mcvay says:

    "alex, i really like that you show us the reality of life through your photography..it's so honest and beautiful and perfect.

    i can't help but love you, and i only just met you a couple weeks ago (that means a lot coming from me, by the way).

    so, thank you :)"

    1st March, 2009

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    courtneychildlike says:

    "okay so alex is like mybest guy friend and simply one of the most amazing photographers. he introduced me to flickr and is helping me sooo much with it {including showing me how to use testimonials} thanks again alex!"

    30th January, 2009

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    Love, Loren says:

    "I've only just begun witnessing what Alex has to offer, and I can't wait for more. You're incredibly, undeniably talented, Alex- anyone can see that."

    26th January, 2009

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    Kristin Manson says:

    "I haven't written one for you yet?

    Alex, you are a genuine and true individual, and that's a rarity these days. It shines through your original photography. Your work is complete proof that you don't need a bunch of equipment to make brilliant photographs. I was never taking this great of pictures when I was fourteen, gah- to be honest mine sucked.. So thank you Alex with continuing on and taking pictures. You, and your wonderful personality is an inspiration to me.

    P.S- I swear, one day- I shall buy you a DSLR"

    16th January, 2009

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    Renata Stewart says:

    "alex is really really great .
    He is insanely talented & inspiring with his photography. You can tell that all of his pictures mean alot to him, which makes them so much more meaningful to all of us.
    plus, he's a really awesome guy!"

    3rd January, 2009

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    geetarooman says:

    "Alex has an amazing eye for photography, and he's got a creative head on his shoulders. His work is outstanding, and as the years go I can only see him getting better, which is hard to imagine seeing as he is already really good! Props!"

    1st January, 2009

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    sunshine doll says:

    "I think the thing that amazes me most about Alex's photos is their honesty. Every single one captures something so real, so true. He knows what he's doing, that's for sure."

    7th December, 2008

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    rocky roden says:

    "There are not a lot of people I have met face-to-face as nice as Alex, let alone on Flickr. Creative, passionate and thoughtful. Not something you'd usually find in a teenage boy. :) Keep it up, mate."

    6th December, 2008

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    .....dotted..... says:

    "Whoa, as if this guy doesn't have enough testimonials. =P

    Alex has such creative ideas for photos and tells stories in very powerful ways. It's inspiring to see the work of another young photographer. =)

    Keep it up Alex, you are so great already."

    26th November, 2008

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    sophie catherine says:

    "what a cool kid.
    well, first of all, alex is super nice. i love talking to him.
    but also, his photos are so full of feeling and life. my favorite type. its so exciting watching him improve with each new photo.
    he has so much to offer."

    23rd November, 2008

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    danish. [stacey.svendsen] says:

    "one of the most genuinely nice people on flickr.
    his creativity matches his potential. both are ENDLESS.
    he is quite outstanding."

    16th November, 2008

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    nikki.jane says:

    "WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME? i haven't written you a testimonial either!
    we're just crazy, now aren't we?

    Alex is amazing. He's so artistic and that kind of thing just makes me happy:) So thank you."

    13th November, 2008

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    giantsaboveme says:

    "alex's photos are amazing & he truly knows how to capture emotion so well. his stream is speechless. keep taking photos they're just too amazing for words :)."

    12th November, 2008

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    Taryn Davis says:

    "Alex, You are one of a kind. For one, your the sweetest boy on the face of this planet. And Two your pictures are really something special. And Three, your just downnright awesome!"

    8th November, 2008

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    elizabeth-mae swenson says:

    "Alex is amazing. his photos are so heart touching and welcoming, i hope you check out his stream, you will be left with a happy fulfillment of awe! he is a very kind flickr friend as well and gives you that upbeat feeling after every comment, keep up the good work, Alex! Your work is so creative and marvelous! :)"

    4th November, 2008

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    keels. says:

    "sweetest boy ever,
    and his heartfelt photos will make you melt."

    3rd November, 2008

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    Alex Pennington says:

    "This guy is awesome, every picture tells a different story and it keeps me coming back to your stream everyday, to see what new childhood memory etc you're talking about. You have a passion for taking self portraits and thats awesome! Keep it up!"

    2nd November, 2008

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    alexander ward says:

    "His portraits are so diverse! I love all the different ideas, he has. He also uses any kind of light very well! Certainly, a cool cat."

    30th October, 2008

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    db Photography | Demi-Brooke says:

    "Such a sweet guy, and with so much talent for his age!
    i'm excited to see what new stuff you come up with. :)

    and hopefully, will be talking to you often!"

    26th October, 2008

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    jamwithsand says:

    "The first time I saw Alex's photostream, I was inspired.
    Alex is so full of creativity and he uses it well in his pictures. He's a fun person to talk to and is very interesting too. Every picture has their own meaning and he succeeds in telling us about it. The collaborations he did with others are also very good and impressive. He's fourteen years old, like me, and has so many great pictures. It's hard not to envy him(:

    I really hope that he gets into photography class next year because he'll definitely go far with his talent, he deserves it.
    So here I am, sitting in front of the computer and my mind goes,' I can't wait for Alex's new picture!'"

    25th October, 2008

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    ben.doo.dat says:

    "Alex is kick ass.
    i literally only just added him a few minutes ago, but i have been lurking around his stream for awhile now.
    (in a totally not creepy way.....)
    aha. off the vine leaf i heard he was jealous of me. I find that funny, cause secretly, i am jealous of him.
    :o

    His collabs (and all other photos) are really awesome. i love the way he sees things and he makes me laugh.
    yes, be his friend.
    doit.

    kthnks,"

    23rd October, 2008

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    carlin leigh says:

    "Alex is such a nice guy. His photos are simple, but well thought-out and always have a message. We did a pretty amazing collab, and it was so much fun working with him. He always leaves sweet comments, and I love that. Keep up the good work :)"

    13th October, 2008

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    Emily Valentine Photography says:

    "well well i just added Alex to my flickr friends and lets see as far as his work goes he is so crative and he has great potential for his future! he is already getting some great shots and i think he will go far :)"

    5th October, 2008

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    mgm photography. says:

    "Casimms' photos are without a doubt, filled with true and pure honesty and emotion. He doesn't upload a picture just because he's trying to impress everyone, he uploads because the photo means something to him too! There need to be more kids on flickr like him!

    And I hope we can do a collaboration one day because I think it would be ballin!"

    13th September, 2008

Name:
Alex Simms
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