The tutu project is a collection of images of bob photographed in a pink tutu, soon to be bound into a book, titled ballerina. Arrived quickly and looks exactly like the picture. New york, ny prweb september 06, 2012 the tutu project continues its efforts to help raise funds for women with breast cancer through a partnership with bloomingdales and as part of the retailers annual pink campaign supporting breast cancer research and awareness. It is exactly what a little girl wants from a tutu. You can visit the tutu project here and on facebook. Laughter truly is the best medicine, as bob carey, creator of the pink tutu project proves. Linda is dedicated to raising funds for women and their families that need financial support during their breast cancer journey. Bob, a photograher, is publishing a book of photos of him posing in various locations. Breast cancer support foundation about us the tutu project. I chatted with bob about the tutu project, his future plans, and the one moving moment. The captured images present both impertinent playfulness and vulnerability. The pink tutu project bringing hope and awareness to the. This october, jet linx has dedicated space in each of our 11 private terminals to support the tutu project, including easy ways to donate on site, 2016 tutu project wall calendars for sale and a silent auction for a signed, limitededition tutu project print. Tutu project finds inspiration in valhalla, bear mountain, harriman.
When his wife, linda, was diagnosed with cancer, bob did not take it. Initially the pictures gave bob and his wife linda something to laugh about during their difficult time. Me photographing myself in a pink tutu, how crazy is that. This incredible book of images by bob carey from the tutu project is here just in time for the holidays. Sales for the book, titled ballerina, and the tutu project calendar, go directly to the carey foundation, which is dedicated to financially supporting women with. Oct 01, 2015 this october, jet linx has dedicated space in each of our 11 private terminals to support the tutu project, including easy ways to donate on site, 2016 tutu project wall calendars for sale and a silent auction for a signed, limitededition tutu project print. The tutu project of the carey foundation about facebook. Apr 02, 2012 inspired by his wife lindas nineyear struggle in overcoming the disease, carey learned that the best way to get through such hardships was to laugh. On friday, march 22nd, the carey foundation is hosting an opening night fundraiser and launching a special edition of the pocketwizard plus iii one of their sponsors, which is the same trigger bob uses when photographing images for his tutu series. Bobs project can be supported in many ways, by purchasing a special edition 20by24inch signed tutu print, by purchasing a tshirt, prepurchasing a signed copy of ballerina or other options noted on his project site. Ballerina, a hard cover 9 x12 book with a foreword by amy arbus, showcases color photographs and backstories about the journey behind the images now made world famous by the tutu project. The tutu projects view on pink washing and the breast cancer community.
How one tutuclad man is changing the lives of breast cancer. It is a collection of tutu images and humorous stories from bobs adventures on the road. Photographer bob careys much anticipated compilation of selfportraits in a tutu is now available. The tutu project is a series of photographers taken of bob carey by bob carey in order to raise awareness and donations for women with breast cancer. Childhood memories my mom dreams of me as a kid whenever i feature in her dreams, and when i was little i had a pink ballerina themed room so it fits the bill. If you have seen an image that is not listed here, please contact us. Tutu project finds inspiration in valhalla, bear mountain. A collection of our images is available in our book, ballerina and in 11. The tutu project was born as a coping mechanism as bob, clad only in a pink tutu, started. Ballerina, a hard cover 9 x12 book with a foreword by amy arbus, showcases. Dec 16, 20 ballerina started in 2003 as a black and white selfportrait of bob wearing a custommade tutu as part of a fundraiser.
To help raise funds, bob has selfpublished a book, ballerina, of his tutu images. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. In 2012, they raised funds to selfpublish his book, ballerina. Bob carey photography, new york portraiture, lifestyle. Husband bares soul, more in tutu project for breast cancer. Carey appears in a pink tutu and only a pink tutu in a new book of photographs, ballerina, created to support his wife, linda, who has. See more ideas about tutu, pink tutu and breast cancer awareness. Bob has selfpublished a book, ballerina, of his tutu images. This art project uses your childs handprints to create a ballerina tutu for her dolls. After all this amazing feedback, bob decided that he should take the project further, and that is how the tutu project started. Weve had others that lay flat or have pretty things dangling from them, and those are nice as well.
But nine years ago my wife, linda, and i moved to the east coast and, as odd as it may sound, the selfportraits proved to be a perfect way of expressing myself. Its website, is currently raising funds for publication of the book ballerina, a book all about a man, his pink tutu, and raising funds for women with breast cancer. Photographer bob carey takes photos of himself in a pink tutu to raise. The tutu project is a lot more than just funny pictures of a man wearing a pink ballerinas tutu. The tutu project aims for breast cancer awareness photo. Ballerina started in 2003 as a black and white selfportrait of bob wearing a custommade tutu as part of a fundraiser. When his wife, linda, was diagnosed with cancer, bob did not take it lying down. Man poses in pink tutu to raise awareness to breast cancer. Bob carey wears a pink tutu to raise money for breast cancer which his wife linda lancastercarey is battling. Oct, 2012 bob carey takes photos of himself in a pink tutu to help his wife in breast cancer fight. First, paint your childs hand with pink paint and have her make handprints on a piece of paper. Its all about a man, his wifes battle against breast cancer and a pink tutu that. The tutu project feel desain your daily dose of creativity. We need to publish a book and have it in cancer centers across the u.
Bob carey is the fat, hairy man dressed in a pink tutu featured in every photo of the tutu project. Its not every day that a burly, hairychested man dons a pink tutu for the world to see. This project is so incredibly hilarious and inspiring at the same time. The mission of the tutu project is to raise funds to cover the cost of selfpublishing ballerina. Pink ballet tutu sugar plum fairy tutus page 3 of 12.
Needless to say, we were intrigued by bob carey and the shirtless photos of him gallivanting around in a costume often worn by little girls. The project has garnished international attention from the popularity of the selfpublished ballerina book that is a collection of bobs tutu images. Light pink tutu ballerina tutu flower girl tutu halloween tutu lol birthday tutu toddler tutu infant tutu little girls tutu baby tutu. See more ideas about pink tutu, tutu and breast cancer. The tutu project aims for breast cancer awareness photo 9. Meet bob carey, the man behind the tutu project photos you dont often see a man walking around a field of cows wearing a pink tutu. The tutu project is proud to announce that they were chosen by deutsche telekom to tell their story of how bob and linda carey have chosen to deal with breast cancer through inspiration, courage an. Careys images have been compiled into an independently published book, ballerina, in addition to custom tshirts, which can be purchased via the tutu project website. In the 14 years since he began shooting his tutu photos, bob and his pink companion he is on his fifth one have evolved into a global phenomenon called the tutu project. Bob carey takes photos of himself in a pink tutu to help his wife in breast cancer fight. But, when it comes to having something that makes her feel like a real ballerina, this tutu. A percent of net proceeds are donated to the carey foundation for women with breast cancer. This autumn, bob will selfpublish the book ballerina. Signed limited edition gallery prints the tutu project.
Who is that burly shirtless man in a pink ballerinas. Tutu is a 96page softcover book of bobs photography and personal anecdotes from his location shoots. The new york photographer continued to take selfportraits by going out into the world wearing that pink tutu and nothing else. Three layers of tulle make this tutu full and fluffy even throughout your entire event. The tutu project partners with bloomingdales as part. Proceeds of his book, and his photography, will all be donated to breast cancer organizations. Ballerina is a book all about a man, his pink tutu and raising funds for women with breast cancer. Husband wears pink tutu to support wife diagnosed with cancer. This body of images, known as the tutu project, went viral in 2012 and has since been entertaining people around the world. Product title tutu pink adult costume underskirt one size. Tutu, a must read book for cancer patients the tutu project. Launched in 2012, the carey foundation and its tutu project initiative. Bob and linda, his wife and business partner, dedicated all of these images to raise breast cancer awareness because linda knows how tough this can be herself. Ballerina, a hard cover 9 x12 book with a foreword by amy arbus, showcases color photographs and backstories about the journey behind the images now made.
Mixing life with a little pink frill i couldnt stop smiling, watching this grown man wearing nothing but a pink tutu in absurd situations like lying in the center of times square, standing in a field of astonished cows or dancing in the snow. And here is the tutu project as featured on the today show. Jan 29, 2014 these funny series of photos can be found in bobs and lindas selfpublished book ballerina. When you purchase prints you are helping the careys fund the selfpublishing of ballerina and net proceeds from the sale of the book will go. Ballerina books for kids ballerina crafts babies to. Pink ombre tutu fuschia bubblegum light pink tutu lol halloween tutu ballerina tutu princess tutu toddler tutu infant tutu lil girls tutu. Man puts on a pink tutu and travels the world to bring a smile. This book contains the images of bob wearing pink tutu and humorous stories of his adventures. Bob carey once again travels the world in his trademark pink tutu, creating stunning photographic moments. These funny series of photos can be found in bobs and lindas selfpublished book ballerina.
This book is a musthave for anyone whose life has been affected by breast cancer. In 2003, new york photographer bob carey learned that his wife, linda, was diagnosed with breast cancer. This shared laughter became the inspiration for the couple to selfpublish a book of the images, ballerina, and begin raising funds for those living with breast cancer. Pretty in pink the tutu project raises money and laughs for breast cancer. What is not to love about a man in a pink tutu he has a book titled ballerina coming out in the fall with all of the images he has captured in the nine years his wife has been battling cancer. It was a pink tutu because that tone would hold up in black and white. Dec 18, 20 laughter truly is the best medicine, as bob carey, creator of the pink tutu project proves. Product title tutu hot pink adult costume underskirt one size. Not only is it a collection of my tutu images, it also shares many humorous stories about the adventures of a guy and his pink tulle. Stelle toddlergirls cute tutu dress ballet leotard for dance.
It shares entertaining stories about his adventures in a pink tulle. Photos in the tutu project started out as sort of a joke, a way for carey to relieve some stress and poke some fun. Oct 27, 2017 in the 14 years since he began shooting his tutu photos, bob and his pink companion he is on his fifth one have evolved into a global phenomenon called the tutu project. Support breast cancer patients with the tutu project. The nfl backs the tutu project, supports breast cancer awareness who is that hairy guy in a pink ballet skirt charging through the giants metlife stadium. This is also ideal as a ballerina costume for halloween or costume parties. Pink tutu, magic wand, flower tiaracrown for girls. Bob carey bigapplecircus the tutu project see more. The original bob carey ballerina wasnt pink the tutu project.
Meet bob carey, the man behind the tutu project photos. Then again, its not every day that you find out your wife has breast cancer. The best part, is that the project has gone viral and the carey foundation was established thanks to all of you. There are various ways to contribute to the project. There is also a serious story behind this beautiful project. Its the perfect coffee table book for anyone whos been touched by breast cancer or simply enjoys being transported through the lens of a professional. The tutu project book ballerina by bob carey gifts bloomingdales. From the sale of prints, bob and linda selfpublished a book, named ballerina. The result is a wonderful, inspiring and poetic series of self portraits. Currently, carey is raising funds to publish a book next fall about the tutu project entitled ballerina, who tells the project, collects the bizarre careys pictures with the humorous stories about the man in tutu too, also recounts the stories of women who fight the disease like linda. This was his unique way to help his wife fight breast cancer contact.
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