Giving Haircuts to the Homeless /August 21, 2014 by Richard

Mark Bustos is a 30-year-old Filipino-American hairstylist of Three Squares Studio in New York.

Mark is like a lot of hairstylists, he's tattooed and fashionable and works six-day weeks... But no he isn't, Mark spends his Sundays, his only day off giving free haircuts to homeless people.

To give is to receive! Now Mark is a hot topic on all social medias.

First thing he said after this haircut was, "Do you know anyone that's hiring?" #BeAwesomeToSomebody

markbustos's photo on Instagram

As a photographer navigating the AI era, we are confronted with numerous fresh opportunities and, at the same time, potential challenges. The question looms: can we not only survive but also harness the full potential of these new possibilities, especially with the advent of mega digital cameras in this emerging photographic age?

Certainly, AI tools have enabled enthusiastic individuals to craft a diverse array of captivating artificial images. However, the question arises: can these creators truly be called photographers? In my view, the distinction lies in the ownership of photographs and the associated intellectual property rights. This consideration has made me considerably more discerning in terms of what and how I choose to publish my images.

PS. These thoughts or blogs reflect my personal perspective on the current state of affairs.