- I moved to Newcastle last year and I spent the whole year learning about cinema and cameras. The aim was to consume as much information as possible as I planned on starting an art project this year. However, this has not gone according to plan. I lost my job at the end of the year and I have had 4 different jobs since. Each job brought a new, immovable obstacle that saw me bounce from one one to the other. I am now behind on rent and I am yet to start my project. The reason being, I haven't been able to buy the camera I need (Panasonic lumix s5) to facilitate this project. I have been working on it for almost 4 years but when I finally decide to give it my undivided attention, all hell breaks loose. I just can't shake the feeling that this is all a test regarding my resilience. A test about how much I can take and still focus on my dream. However, the fruition of this dream is being tested now more than ever and I need help. I am literally ashamed of how rocky my year has been in regards to my finances and the amount of jobs I've had. That is why I don't want to show my face. I have tried everything and I'm now drowning in debt. This is my last chance.
I know my story is not as emotive as political, war, climate or animal campaigns but this is something that I am truly passionate about and will be eternally grateful for every penny