OUTSIDE is an ongoing collaborative project with Portland’s homeless community and photographer Keith Z (@kn0ww0rries)
Combining photography, social work, and real stories from Portland's homeless community, OUTSIDE seeks to deepen public understanding through authentic representation and conversation. As a recovering addict and alcoholic who experienced homelessness for several years, Keith draws on his lived experience to guide his work and connection with participants.
All photography in the project emerges from long-term relationships built on trust. Every image is created with consent, and every story is shared authentically, representing voices in our community that are too often unheard.
OUTSIDE aims to amplify the voices of the homeless community by humanizing their experience. Making people visible through shared stories, and meaningful community dialogue.