Strolling around the Dalai Lama Temple, McLeod Gamj, India. 2015.
Amin, McLeod Ganj, India. "I originally made carpets". Amin taught himself to make jewellery by simply observing. He now runs his own store as well as teaching others his craft. . "I miss home, but I do like it here". Each year, Amin travels to McLeod Ganj from Kashmir to set up shop on a busy tourist street. He leaves behind his home and family in the mountains for months on end. Amin in has two children and around a dozen grandchildren (he thinks). When I asked him what hopes he has for his grandchildren, he asked me what do I think is good. I said that a lot of people say the most important thing is that they turn out to be good people. He agreed. On a side note Amin's English was amazing. He is self taught and possesses an incredible vocabulary. Amin seems to be very talented at the things he sets his mind to. 2015.
Dolma, 65, McLeod Ganj, India. "I know everyone in McLeod Ganj, even the tourists". Dolma has lived in India most of her life. As a small child, she trekked across the Himalayas with her parents in search of a new home. She remembers the journey being extremely difficult but she's happy here now, even though she misses Tibet. If you ever visit McLeod Ganj, keep an eye out for Dolma - she's the lady with a big-warm smile and a very generous nature. 2015.
