I am a Johannesburg based photographer who is passionate about capturing people, emotions and the amazing breadth of our existence in this world. I began photography as an extension of my fine art and painting, and was drawn to the immediacy and intimacy of the photograph.

My background in Anthropology has driven my interest in capturing social documentary in Africa, and through my work with an NGO, I have had the privilege of meeting and photographing many amazingly talented individuals around the world who have invited me into their homes.

You can see some of my published photography here.

The photos in my stream © are all rights reserved, and i ask that you do not use them for your art project, magazine article, blog or international advertising campaign without permission. Most are available to license either directly through my website, Getty Images, or AfricPics. I can be contacted via flickrmail or e-mail: laurenbarkume [at] gmail [dot] com

You can also find me on: www.laurenbarkume.com | portfolio | blog | facebook | twitter

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    Gaurav-P says:

    "Lauren's pictures cover a wide range of people and places. You can make your own journey through her pictures - she captures essence of places, people and their surroundings so well! It's a pleasure to watch those pictures and then think about it.

    Wish to see more and more of your world travel pictures, Lauren.
    Thanks for sharing them!"

    22nd July, 2008

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    Blind.Point says:

    ""Whenever I need a cheer-up, I come here: to your photostream. Not only is she a very talented photographer; she is a wonderful human being as well."
    LOve
    AHmed"

    5th April, 2008

Name:
Lauren Barkume
Joined:
October 2007
Hometown:
Alexandria, VA
Currently:
Johannesburg, South Africa
I am:
Female and Taken
Website:
Lauren Barkume Photography