NOH8 by SOKO FOTOHAUS

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SOKO FOTOHAUS MAGAZINE In this special edition of Soko Fotohaus Magazine, I am featuring pictures of my recent amazing and eye opening trip to Russia “From Russia with Love”. I fell in love with Russia’s beautiful exotic looking people of diverse backgrounds, the landscape, the complex, rich and often violent history of this ancient country and her vast collection of amazing architectural and artistic treasures. Russia is truly a Photographer’s dream as she offers infinite possibility of breathtaking locations for shoots. One of Soko Fotohaus Magazine’s featured models Chevi Rabbit was recently the big story in Edmonton, Alberta and across CANADA after he was attacked and robbed for being himself, gay and proud. Chevi invited Soko Fotohaus Magazine to witness NOH8 Rally that took place on August 2, 2012 to promote awareness, support victims, and speak out against bullying, intolerance and hate crimes. It was truly an exceptional and inspirational event. Congratulations to Chevi and all those who participated for your great work and contribution to the fight against hate crimes, bullying and intolerance. A pictorial essay of NOH8 Rally is featured in this issue. In this issue, Soko Fotohaus Magazine gets up close and personal with Kelsey (Turtleford, Saskatchewan), Kim (Leduc, Alberta), Tobias (Calgary, Alberta), Aleis (Edmonton, Alberta), Diljot (Edmonton, Alberta), Amber (Leduc, Alberta), Jonathan (Calgary), Victoria (Edmonton, Alberta), Chevi (Edmonton, Alberta), Patrick (Edmonton, Alberta), and Claire (Morinville, Alberta). Special thank you to Make Up Artist Bean Bhandhal and Clothing Designer Kelly Madden for their help on Chevi and Patrick’s shoots.

Best wishes and be kind to each other. Soko Fotohaus

August 27, 2012

From Russia With Love

Moscow, Russia

Kalyazin, Russia

Kizhi , Russia

Kizhi, Russia

Saint Petersburg, Russia

Kizhi, Russia

Krokhino, Russia

Volga River, Russia

Moscow, Russia

Saint Petersburg, Russia

Moscow, Russia

Saint Petersburg, Russia

Kizhi, Russia

Moscow, Russia

Saint Petersburg, Russia

Volga River, Russia

Kizhi Island, Russia

Volga River, Russia

Kizhi Island, Russia

Volga River, Russia

Moscow, Russia

Yaroslavl, Russia

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BORN THIS WAY "I hope that my story helps someone know that it's okay to be yourself, that it is okay to be openly gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender. You are valued in our society. And life is worth living."

Chevi Rabbit

Make Up Artist : Bean Bhandhal

Outfit / Designer: Kelly Madden

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NOH8 RALLY •

One of my featured models Chevi Rabbit was recently robbed and physically assaulted (July 19, 2012) while walking to Safeway for some snacks. He was harassed (homophobic slurs) and assaulted due to his being openly gay and wearing makeup in public. Witnesses came to Chevi’s rescue. The assailants fled in their vehicle. No arrest have been made at this time.

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This incident has catapulted Chevi onto center stage on the issues of bullying, intolerance and hate crimes – issues which have plagued our society for many millennia. Chevi’s story has garnered both local, national and international media attention. He has turned this unfortunate personal event into an opportunity to speak out against hate crimes and bullying. The NOH8 Rally was organized to raise awareness, show support for victims and send the message that hate crimes and bullying are deplorable, illegal and unacceptable in Edmonton, Alberta.

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The NOH8 Rally took place on August 2, 2012 in Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA. The rally commenced at the site of the assault and concluded at the legislative building. It was very amazing, inspiring and touching to witness the community’s response and support for Chevi.

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Soko Fotohaus Magazine was there to document and show support for this important event. A special pictorial essay of the rally is included in this issue.

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For more information and update on this story, you can visit the following link: http://www.facebook.com/#!/NOH8Edmonton

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