A candid picture of a “found situation” containing strong human interest, a fresh view of the ordinary or humor. In all cases the dignity of the subject must be respected.
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Award of Excellence: Untitled
September 23, 2009
Tami Shnars, 44, of Nelsonville, Ohio, a single mother of 4 children, sleeps in her bedroom with her youngest her son, Jacob Daubenmire, 8. Tami has endured several abusive relationships. Jacob was abused severely by his father, who lost custody of Jacob in 2009. “Even though the abuser is gone, the abuse is still seen in the lives of my children,” Shnars said.