05:45 pm
Tue Mar 12

Pride Portraits: Creating a LGBTQ+ Photo Campaign (OFFICIAL)

The Line

This is an official event. More info on badges, wristbands & priority access.

The LINE

Onyx Ballroom 1

111 E Cesar Chavez

Speakers

Eric Edward Schell

Pride Portraits

Creator, Eric Edward Schell speaks about the importance of visibility, representation and humanization of the LGBTQIA+ community. He would discuss how he created a platform via social media that has partnered with organizations such as Facebook, Human Rights Campaign, GLAAD, NASA, FBI, SXSW, Pride Houston, Chevron, Equality Texas and many more. He has photographed over 3,500 people within two years collecting photographs and personal statements from each participant. He talks about the importance of allies being a part of the campaign as well.

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Primary Entry: Music Badge, Platinum Badge, Artist Wristband, Film Badge, Interactive Badge

Format: Focus15

Event Type: Session

Track: Social & Global Impact presented by The Rockefeller Foundation

Level: Advanced