BABYLON TOGETHER
The Flower of Honor Project by Photographer Harper Bella
This project commemorates essential workers who have kept their communities thriving amid the COVID-19 crisis and continue to serve as pillars in their communities.
The "Flower of Honor" Project borrows its name from the United States government’s highest and most prestigious military award, Medal of Honor.
Captured by Photographer Harper Bella, with the aim to shed light on the impact of inequity, this photographic series consists of images taken during impromptu ceremonies involving gifting golden artificial foliage, a symbol of hopefulness and acknowledgment to honor all individuals while they are living.
Data has shown that many essential workers are people of color. In the face of danger, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, these individuals persist. They are the workers whose livelihoods and families depend on the paychecks they receive, and whose services are the lifeblood of our society.
The Wyandanch Photo Mural Installation presents essential workers in the Wyandanch community specifically.
This project was made possible by a grant through BACCA from the Town of Babylon LDCII "Babylon Together" Project, with the support of the Town of Babylon, as well as by funds received by Harper Bella from the Statewide Community Regrant Program through the New York State Council on the Arts administered by the Huntington Arts Council.
Photographer: Danangelowe A.J. Spencer - D.A.J.S. Visuals