I was born on this day. I am a college student studying graphic design and art in Alabama. My now boyfriend is on the computer and I am laying on his bed listening to his family chatting below and trying to find something to occupy my time. I came across this website through an artist friend sharing it on facebook. So, I came to enjoy and wonder. It’s such a magical thing to read other peoples stories and see that Jamie’s photos can bring a sense of connection to strangers. I have no idea if Jamie ever had that in mind, bringing others together, but as an artist myself I find that one of the most beautiful things is creating a space of connection even if the intention was the contrary. All these Polaroids give me the feeling of the fragility of life. A beautiful, painful, and fleeting existence finding meaning in the day to day. They remind me of “polaroid moments” that I reflect on in my own life. The ones that come and go; the ones that inspire me to paint, sketch, and create. Here’s to all the new connections in 2017.
I just watched a video about this website so I came to check out what the photo was on the day I was born and this is it. I’m a college student studying art and graphic design too but in Washington. Just thought it was too cool of a coincidence not to reply to your comment!
I think I just checked out the same video…. I too was born on this day, and in just three short days will be graduating university in Toronto for with a Bachelor of Fine Art…. Funny coincidence as well.
This is my birthday as well, and to add to the other comments: I am also currently studying Art and Design, in Indiana! Very awesome to see these similarities coincide. Just discovered this website via facebook as well, and really excited to explore it more. Love your description of the feelings given off by these photos. They’re truly special.
Monday, October 16, 1995
I was born on this day. I am a college student studying graphic design and art in Alabama. My now boyfriend is on the computer and I am laying on his bed listening to his family chatting below and trying to find something to occupy my time. I came across this website through an artist friend sharing it on facebook. So, I came to enjoy and wonder. It’s such a magical thing to read other peoples stories and see that Jamie’s photos can bring a sense of connection to strangers. I have no idea if Jamie ever had that in mind, bringing others together, but as an artist myself I find that one of the most beautiful things is creating a space of connection even if the intention was the contrary. All these Polaroids give me the feeling of the fragility of life. A beautiful, painful, and fleeting existence finding meaning in the day to day. They remind me of “polaroid moments” that I reflect on in my own life. The ones that come and go; the ones that inspire me to paint, sketch, and create. Here’s to all the new connections in 2017.
I just watched a video about this website so I came to check out what the photo was on the day I was born and this is it. I’m a college student studying art and graphic design too but in Washington. Just thought it was too cool of a coincidence not to reply to your comment!
I think I just checked out the same video…. I too was born on this day, and in just three short days will be graduating university in Toronto for with a Bachelor of Fine Art…. Funny coincidence as well.
This is my birthday as well, and to add to the other comments: I am also currently studying Art and Design, in Indiana! Very awesome to see these similarities coincide. Just discovered this website via facebook as well, and really excited to explore it more. Love your description of the feelings given off by these photos. They’re truly special.
My son Eric is born that day and he study in Auckland, Media Design school , grafic design and special effects. Spooky!!