Jon Gwyther shines light on poverty in Indonesia
After seeing extreme poverty in Indonesia Jon Gwyther, an internationally renowned director and photographer from Sydney, began a photographic journey that has turned into a stunning photographic book and exhibition, ‘Life’s Classroom’.
The collection of evocative images lays bear the lives of those living below the poverty line in underprivileged areas of Indonesia.
Says Gwyther: This journey has led me to a place where a connection is beyond language. A place that has no prejudice, as it cannot be afforded; a place where a simple smile is just that and generosity runs deep for those who have little to give. Life’s Classroom is a place that proves the real worth of a person can be found in their actions.”
Gwyther has always believed that he lives a fulfilled and privileged life, but until he undertook this very personal journey, he had no idea just how privileged his life is.
Says Gwyther: “The people featured on the pages of this publication are the teachers and students of Life’s Classroom. Their generosity, dignity, and human spirit are powerful mirrors that simply remind us just how fortunate our own existence is.”
Proceeds from every book sold will be generously donated to the Red Nose Foundation in Jakarta. Their mission is to empower Indonesia’s underprivileged youth through their arts and education outreach program.
Gwyther hopes people will take Life’s Classroom into their homes, and experience the faces of some of the world’s poorest – who suffer simply because of where they were born.
For further inquiries regarding the book and charity or to receive an electronic review copy, please contact Stephanie Hoo +61 416 235 089 or contact via email here.