35mm, f/1.8, 1/1250 sec, ISO 200
Free Hug Fridays is a weekly event organized by Boston University student organization I Embrace You (previously known as Hug Don’t Hate during the majority of my time as an undergraduate student). Inspired by the Free Hugs Campaign started by Juan Mann in Australia, the objective of Free Hug Fridays is to allow any and every member of the local community, including those not affiliate with the university, to feel embraced, both literally and socially. Huggers are trained to offer embraces in a respectful manner, with a mind towards those who may not want to be physically contacted. Huggers are reminded each Friday that the intent behind the act is not for passerby to leave with a hug, but for them to leave with a smile. Whether its a hug, a high five, a wave, or even just a smile, I Embrace You members seek to create an atmosphere of lasting peace through happiness, understanding, and respect.
85mm, f/2.2, 1/4000 sec, ISO 100
85mm, f/4, 1/800 sec, ISO 100
105mm, f/5.6, 1/640 sec, ISO 200
35mm, f/1.8, 1/4000 sec, ISO 200
85mm, f/2, 1/6400 sec, ISO 100
85mm, f/2.2, 1/5000 sec, ISO 100
85mm, f/4, 1/1600 sec, ISO 100
85mm, f/2.8, 1/8000 sec, ISO 200
85mm, f/2.5, 1/2500 sec, ISO 100
85mm, f/2.2, 1/4000 sec, ISO 100