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It might or it might not surprise you to know that I was shy and self-conscious for most

of my life. I felt very awkward around people I didn't know. And I never developed that skill of

small talk, making me pretty awkward and useless at any kind of social gathering.

You know, a little liquid courage might have helped, but I was never much of a drinker.

I'd likely find a corner, usually near the food table, and just waited for it all to be over.

Remarkably, though, I didn't feel that way when I held the camera.

With it, I felt emboldened to approach people,

often strangers, and just strike up a conversation. Sometimes I wanted to make their photograph,

but other times I was just curious about something about them, a cold jacket they were wearing,

or some activity they were involved in.

I think the presence of the camera allowed the focus to be more on them, rather than me and my wealth of insecurities. The camera opened the door to glimpse other people's lives and their stories.

The camera provides us an excuse to satisfy our curiosity about others.

It's what led photographer Larry News to move from the south of France and immigrate to America.

He used the camera to immerse himself in a culture that fascinated him as a boy and a young man.

His new book, an exhibition, Mississippi Dream, is a visual exploration of one of the most

quintessential locations in the American South. And I hope that this conversation inspires you to think

about what doors your camera could open for you and what stories you're meant to tell.

This is IbarianX and welcome back to the Candid Frame.

So, welcome, Larry.

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