FAQ: Simply Me Photography Exhibit - Celebrating South Shore Kids and Community Confidence

Summary
The Simply Me exhibit on October 22 showcases professional portraits paired with children's self-portrait drawings to celebrate childhood identity and build community confidence. This project helps children see themselves as artists and valued community members while preserving childhood memories through printed artwork.
What is the Simply Me exhibit about?
Simply Me is a community photography project that displays professional portraits of South Shore children alongside their own self-portrait drawings, celebrating childhood identity and building confidence through art.
When and where is the special Simply Me evening event?
The special evening event takes place on Wednesday, October 22, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Frame Center Gallery, 152 Rockland Street, Hanover, MA.
How long will the full exhibit be open to the public?
The exhibit will be open daily from October 6 to November 3, with the special evening event occurring on October 22.
Who is organizing the Simply Me project?
South Shore artist Isabella Ripley is hosting and organizing this special community photography project.
What age group of children is featured in the exhibit?
The exhibit features children throughout the South Shore area, ages 3 to 12.
Why is this project personally meaningful to Isabella Ripley?
Isabella created Simply Me based on her childhood experience where a printed portrait became an anchor during her parents’ divorce, reminding her she was important, seen, and loved.
What special activities are planned for the October 22 evening event?
Highlights include a red carpet entrance for kids, VIP tags for participants, a scavenger hunt, swag bags for families, a raffle for a portrait session, and light refreshments.
What is the main goal or purpose of the Simply Me project?
The project aims to build children’s self-worth through art, preserve childhood memories, strengthen confidence, and bring the community together to celebrate children for who they are right now.
How does the pairing of professional portraits with children’s drawings benefit the children?
This imaginative pairing gives children the chance to see themselves as artists, superstars, and valued members of the community, helping them hold onto their confidence even when life changes around them.

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