Photography is a language that speaks to our senses and emotions. It whispers secrets about the world—a sun-kissed meadow, a bustling city street, a tearful embrace. Yet, for those without sight, this language remains silent. Photographs, no matter how evocative, remain mere abstractions for those who cannot see them. The smooth texture of a skyscraper, the solitude of a mountain lake, or the rugged texture of a tree’s bark are all lost in translation unless you are actually there to experience them. But what if there was a way?

We are excited to announce today that Carrie and I are among three winners of the Flight For Sight Travel Grant. This $10,000 grant will allow us to visit locations across the U.S. this summer and capture iconic photos which we will convert to tactile renditions using our newly developed process. Our goal is to make visual art more accessible, and we can’t wait to share our results with the blind and visually impaired community.

So far, we have East and West coast trips planned and we would love to hear your suggestions for places we should visit, photograph, and share!

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