Course completion work, Photography course for the visually impaired (CADEVISG)

Course completion work, Photography course for the visually impaired (CADEVISG)

05/12/2025

Juan Mathews Rebello Santos and Jhennyffer Kely Vieira Rebello

PROJECT TITLE

"Our History in Images: a construction for two"

JUSTIFICATION

The idea arose from the desire to value their journey together and pay homage to loved ones, such as Jhennyffer's grandmother and sister, who have passed away but remain in the couple's affectionate memory. Organizing these images was a way to rescue feelings, recognize achievements and immortalize the beauty of coexistence, love and family.

Jhennyffer and I met on Facebook. I saw her posts, found them interesting and started chatting. We started to like each other and 4 months later I traveled to her house to meet her. I went by plane. Afterwards, we didn't speak for practically a year, until she came alone from Pará, Xinguara, to Rio de Janeiro, São Gonçalo, a total of 2 thousand km away. The next day, I asked her to be engaged and we got married in July 2024. We traveled the next day to Pará by plane, and it was her first time. In fact, the flight attendant, Ana from Azul Airlines, announced over the loudspeaker that we had gotten married, which generated a round of applause and was a lot of fun.

MOTIVATION

This course completion work was carried out for the photography course for the visually impaired at CADEVISG (São Gonçalo Support Center for the Visually Impaired), where we studied photography, characteristics of photography, angles, how to take a photo, capturing light and all other sub-branches of photography, such as affective photography and much more. The course was taught by Jaqueline Machado, journalist, photo reporter, researcher, professor with a PhD in Social Memory from UNIRIO and participant in the Escola Letra Freudiana `)). It was a course that brought together several incredible works and a lot of learning.

History:

The project was carried out in November 2025, based on photographic records throughout the relationship between Jhennyffer and Juan, from the beginning to recent moments. The images were taken in different locations and contexts, such as São Gonçalo (RJ) and Xinguara (PA), covering intimate and family moments.

OBJECTIVES

Portray, through photographs, the remarkable and everyday moments that form the basis of an affectionate and true relationship. Communicate the value of time spent together, shared experiences, and the presence of the family as an essential part of this journey.

METHODOLOGY

The photos were previously captured over the years. They were selected based on their emotional charge, symbolic relevance and ability to tell a story. The organization was done chronologically, respecting the evolution of the relationship and the most significant moments experienced. The curatorship sought to show love on small and large occasions.

SEQUENCE OF PHOTOS AND MEANINGS

  1. Our first photo together, marking the beginning of our relationship. Two people standing in front of a red wall. On the left is a woman with long, straight hair, wearing large glasses, a blue dress and a serious or sad expression, with her eyes closed. On the right is a man with short hair, smiling, wearing an orange tank top and shorts printed in black, white and yellow. He has his left arm behind his back and holds the woman's waist with the other hand.
  2. Engagement photo, symbolizing an important step towards the future. Two people standing, holding hands, in front of a pink wall. On the left is a young man with short hair, fair skin, wearing a red tank top with blue details and smiling at the camera. On the right, a young woman with dark skin, wearing prescription glasses and a white dress printed with bright colors, hair tied up. She has her eyes closed and is also smiling slightly. The environment seems simple and welcoming.

  3. Photo from our wedding, celebrating the union. Young couple posing for a photo, with a white background and some plants on the right side. They are facing each other, touching their foreheads in a gesture of affection. The man wears a light blue dress shirt and black pants, and holds the woman's hand. The woman wears a simple white dress and holds a bouquet of white flowers with green leaves, as well as wearing glasses and having dark, loose hair. The atmosphere seems romantic and intimate, suggesting that the occasionor it can be special, like a civil wedding

  4. Registration with Juan's family at the wedding, valuing family ties. Group photo in front of a building with glass doors. The center of the image is occupied by a couple, appearing to be engaged (the woman wears a white dress and holds a bouquet of flowers, while the man wears a light shirt). Both are surrounded by family and friends, forming a row. People smile and show joy, some touching or hugging the bride and groom. The atmosphere is relaxed and happy, typical of a civil wedding celebration. In the background, you can see part of the building's facade, railings and signs.

  5. First plane trip together, representing new experiences. Couple sitting on an airport bench. The man is on the left, smiling, wearing a gray jacket, black pants and gray sneakers. He holds a paper in his left hand and is holding hands with the woman next to him. The woman is on the right, wearing blue-tinted glasses, a black t-shirt, dark gray pants, pink socks and black sneakers. She holds a white cane, signaling visual impairment. They both look happy and relaxed. Next to the woman is a black backpack. In the background, there is a glass partition decorated with black and gold designs.
  6. Photo on grandmother's birthday (Jhennyffer's mother), a memory full of affection and longing. Three people standing, posing for a photo at a simple celebration inside a house. In front of them, there is a table covered with a purple tablecloth, on it there are two soft drinks (Coca-Cola and Fanta), a white cake decorated with pink roses, a plate of food and an empty white plate. The woman in the center is wearing a white printed t-shirt, while the person on the left (a young man) is wearing a black sleeveless t-shirt. The person on the right (a young woman) is wearing a dark blue blouse and white skirt, and is also wearing glasses. In the background, there are people sitting on plastic chairs and an exposed brick wall. The environment is simple, with artificial light and a friendly atmosphere.
  7. New Year's Eve 2024, representing renewal and hope. Two people indoors. On the left, a woman with straight black hair, prescription glasses, wearing a white sleeveless dress and beige sandals. On the right, a man with short hair, fair skin, wearing a beige t-shirt with raised letters, dark pants and dark slippers. They are both smiling and standing side by side. In the background, a light wall, part of a bed with printed sheets and wooden floors.
  8. Photo at the mall with Jhennyffer's sister, a tribute to affectionate memory. Selfie of three young people indoors, possibly a shopping mall or office building. On the left, a woman with long hair, dark skin and glasses, wearing a red blouse. In the center, a man with short, dark hair, fair skin, wearing a black shirt. On the right, closer to the camera, a woman with light brown hair, fair skin, wearing a black t-shirt and holding the camera to take the photo, with a relaxed expression and slightly smiling with her tongue between her lips. In the background, you can see glass partitions and a blue sign with yellow letters.
  9. Jhennyffer's birthday in 2025, another moment of celebration together. Photo of two people standing close to each other, smiling, behind a table decorated with a tablecloth of red and white flowers. The person on the left is a man with short dark brown hair, wearing a dark brown tank top. Your hand is resting on the shoulder of the person next to you. The person on the right is a woman with darker skin, glasses, tied up hair, wearing a yellow t-shirt with the words "GIRLS COME BACK" and pink shorts. She keeps her eyes closed and a calm expression. On the table are two round cakes covered in chocolate, decorated with pieces of white chocolate and whole strawberries on top. There is also a green soda bottle (probably guarana), some clear plastic cups and an empty plastic bowl in the lower left corner of the image. In the background, a white metal chair and a wooden door appear.
  10. First tripfrom Jhennyffer to the beach, symbolizing discoveries and lightness. Couple on the beach. A woman is on the left, wearing a beige wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, a swimsuit with a colorful flower print, and a black lace cover-up. She has long, black hair. Next to her, on the right, is a man in a black hat, shirtless and wearing dark blue shorts. They have their feet in the water, at the edge of the sea, and in the background you can see the sand, the sea, small waves and two distant islands or hills. They are both smiling and it looks like a relaxed moment under the sun, with a vacation or leisure atmosphere.

SCHEDULE

The project was completed in 20 days. There were 13 days dedicated to selecting the photos and 7 days to curation and visual organization. Time was essential to reflect, choose carefully and put together a coherent and sensitive narrative.