Aaron Huey
1975
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Quotes
Biography
Aaron Huey is a renowned American photojournalist and documentary photographer. He is known for his powerful and impactful photographic work that focuses on social justice issues in the United States, particularly the struggles faced by Native American communities. His photographs have been featured in prestigious publications and his TED talk on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation went viral, bringing attention to the challenges faced by indigenous people. Huey's work is a powerful testament to the importance of visual storytelling in raising awareness and driving social change.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
The last sacred lands of the Sioux are now for sale. Pe` Sla, which translates to "old baldy," is just 20 minutes north of Rapid City. This land is central to the creation story of many Plains Indian tribes.
2
I was stripped of the research safety nets I had in the past. Without statistics and the distant eye of a journalist, I was left with raw experience and a series of unanswerable questions.
3
Today I am just trying to stand up for something that is hard and beautiful. The land wants to be left alone, wants to be wild. Just let it be.
4
Everyone has a sacred place, and for a lot of folks, it’s a piece of ground.
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I used to go to art museums, and now I go to my kid’s soccer games and get choked up because I can’t believe how beautiful it is to watch a 7-year-old’s smile and be alive and be a part of something.