Let me first start off by saying that I am NOT a sexual offender, I am NOT
an abuser, I am NOT cruel to animals, and I am NOT into pornography.
So why, when there are so many awful pictures and posts on Facebook,
would I get banned for posting such a natural, beautiful (non-graphic)
picture of a beautiful baby girl?? What is so bad about it that I must be
told that I violated Facebook's rules??
I worked long & hard to get where I am with my business page on FB.
I am devoted to keeping my fans updated & engaged with my latest photos
you name it.
This is my life.
My worry, as a Birth Photographer, is losing what I worked so hard for.
My worry, as a Birth Photographer, is losing what I worked so hard for.
I am a good person, with a love for the natural and beautiful components of
Birth. This my friends, is what we call a "miracle". I have never known
a miracle to be offensive, pornographic, or abusive.
Facebook has warned me that if I "violate" them one more time I will be
removed entirely and permanently. All because one person decided to go out
of their way to open up an album that was cleary called "Birth Photos"
and report just that, a "Birth Photo". If you didn't want to see them, why
go and look in the first place??
Unfortunately, from now on, I will only be posting my Birth photos on this
blog and my website. I worked too hard for my fan base and my business
page to have it shut down. :(
Some quotes from my fellow FB fans that have kept me moving forward:
"I am shocked anyone would think them anything but beautiful..."
"Personally if you don't like it then don't look. You had it titled birth photos for a reason. I thought they were beautiful and was appreciative to the mother for allowing us to see such a beautiful thing that is so private to so many"
"I love them! I thought your photographs captured all the emotions that an expecting couple have and I am sure it will bring them memories that otherwise would be forgotten. And how fortunate we all are that they allowed you to share them with us. Made me wish I had someone like you at my children's births."
"In a world where you can see nudity, blood, violence and gore on tv on a regular basis, why would anyone be offended or upset about seeing a miraculous birth. If you don't like it, don't look- but don't be rude for goodness sake!"
"Perhaps if someone doesn't want to see birth photos they shouldn't "like" a birth photigrapher! BTW, the pics were amazing and I thought they were done in a very tasteful way."
"That I would have cherished forever. There is nothing more beautiful than the birth of a child. everyone is a little miracle and to be able to capture that would have been something you hold close to your heart. Continue with your amazing work, you get to be there for each miracle and give the parents a treasure."
"It amazes me that anyone would have a negative thing to say about one of the most beautiful miracles in life... they must be quite antiquated and out of touch."
"Why look if you don't like it? That's like walking into a strip club and being pissed that there are naked women! If you don't like that kind of thing then just stay away from it!"
"Why would someone open an album called birth photos if they don't like it?"
These birth pictures are only the beginning of many more albums to come. Like it or not!
Oh, one last touch to this blog: ;)
You know, I want to congratulate you on a photo that I've never seen before. I don't mean your actual photo. I mean I have never seen someone do a photo like this who was not doing a documentary. I love this photo. In my opinion, it was flagged because it's such an uncommon photo and some people are just ignorant in their views of what is appropriate. Like the people who ask a nursing mother to cover up. It's beautiful. It's natural. Thank you so very much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteAnyone who finds this, or any of your photos for that matter, graphic or offensive has obviously never had the privilege of welcoming their own bouncing baby into the world. I would love to have you take photos of my next child's birth - you truly are capturing moments that take breath away. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteSome people have nothing else to do but try and ruin someone elses life. They must be that unhappy in this world that they would think the birth of a baby would be anything but a beautiful and amazing event
ReplyDeleteI see nothing wrong with your work I think you have great talent don't let others bring you down to there level keep doing an amazing job and maybe someday when I have some extra cash I well get you to do a great pics of my three children all together outside
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos- i wish i had something like this wheni gave birth to both my babies. An amazing way to remember such an incredibly intimate and beautiful moment.
ReplyDeleteThank you everyone!!
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