An East Bay photographer is hoping to raise money for local charities hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Adam Jacobs, of Walnut Creek, is giving back to frontline workers and non-profits by selling photos he took of Bay Area landmarks.
"From the peninsula and South Bay, up to Marin, into the East Bay including views of Mount Diablo at sunset," Jacobs said of his work.
He’s created a website to sell limited edition photos at a discounted rate to help local charities working to feed and protect vulnerable residents like seniors and children.
"Looking at a really calm peace of art can hopefully just bring a bit of warmth and happiness into our homes and a bit of relaxation in what otherwise is a quite chaotic time,” Jacobs said.
His job has changed over the last few months.
With certain health restrictions still in place, it’s been a challenge to get outdoors.
"Being a photographer with the shelter-in-place, it’s very difficult to do my own job given that I can’t go outside. I thought what can I do to help everyone else struggling in our community,” Jacobs explained.
From ocean vibes to bridges and boats, all of the proceeds will go toward the following organizations: Family House at UCSF Hospital, Pledge to Humanity, Bay Area Community Services and Together SF.
All prints are 12x8 and shipping is free at Jacobs' website.
"You really get a mosaic of what it’s like to get out and escape into nature," Jacobs said. "Hopefully we can bring that back into our homes and raise some money at the same time."
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