Circumnavigate the Mediterranean Sea
I plan on circumventing the Mediterranean Sea and documenting the wide array of cultures that occupy a relatively small portion of the world
Back in 1992 when I was in 8th grade I had a geography teacher, Mr. Cox, who gave us a group project of picking one country on which to give a presentation. Matt Raney and I picked Morocco, and since that day I have had a feeling deep inside me that I needed to visit this intriguing land. After that school year I was lucky enough to travel through Europe for a couple of weeks and experienced a world that was so different from what I knew in the US, but so very similar on many levels.
The draw of this area has tugged at me more and more as the years have gone by. In the spring of 2006 I spoke with my father shortly before his death, and he asked me what I planned to do with myself after I graduated from the Art Institute of Colorado. My answer was simple. "I'm going to walk the Earth", I replied. To which he said "Andy, you need to get a job"...."What if I turn it into a book?" He responded with a simple "Ok". This is a goal I plan on working my way toward -- regardless of whether or not I win this contest -- not only for myself, but for him.
If it weren't for my dad, I absolutely would not be where I am today. His love for photography is what has driven me, and it is from him that I gained my talent. He supplied me with the best education and best equipment that he could and wanted nothing in return but for me to achieve my dreams.
The area surrounding the Mediterranean is drenched with culture that differs from anywhere else on this planet. From the multiple cultures of Spain, across the southern border of Europe through France, Italy and Greece and back around into Africa from Egypt to Libya and Morocco. I challenge anyone to find a smaller area with the diversity that makes up the Mediterranean coast.
These are the reasons why I have always wanted to pursue a trip to all of these countries that are so foreign, not only to me, but to a vast majority of the Earth. I want to play my part in bringing us all together; to celebrate our differences, but to thrive in our similarities.
96 Comments
rooting for you, andy! great idea.
NIIIIICE.
Thanks guys...
Great job Andy...your Dad would be proud.
Fantastic! You have my vote!
I'm with you on this!
Good luck to you in your endeavours here. It sounds like a great project.
Good Luck bro! My Bags are packed.
Hope you win!
good luck!!! you'll love it!!!!!!
How about a beer? That's that amber sudsy stuff, right? I've heard good things about it!
Good Luck, Andy!
good luck!!
Like the idea, hope it works for you
Wish I could go with you.
hope you win!! See ya soon.
Very proud of you
Good luck!
Awesome dream, hope it comes true.
good luck with your dream Andy.
good luck
Hope you win
good luck
good luck
Think you have a good chance.
Awesome!!!
:)
All the best, "Cousin" Vicki from Chicago
cool, good luck
best of luck
great job, wish you the best
hope you get it
nice job
best of luck to you
:)
Thanks to everyone who has voted for me. I really appreciate your support.
You're welcome!
good luck
cool trip
wish i could go with
love ya! good luck
good luck dude
you'll love it there
hope you win
good luck :)
be safe if you win.
Andy this is wonderful...good luck to you! What a wonderful tribute to your Dad!
Andy,
Good luck,what a well written essay. Your Dad would be very proud of you
good luck
good luck man
Keep it up! I hope you win!
good luck Andy!
Beautifully written! What a moving tribute to both your dream and your father. Best of luck!
your father would be proud of you
sound nice, hope you fun!! :)
what you talkin bout Willis? Any way, good luck Andy.
Go Andy
looks like you have a good chance. keep it up.
Good luck!
good luck
go get it dude!!
I thought you well. Good luck Andrew!
Kill it Andy
cool. i also want to bring unity by helping others and bringing awareness of non-profits worldwide: http://www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/jenmay/unity-through-community/
sounds like a very unique interpretation on an international scale, cheers
Sounds wonderful.
Keep up the enthusiasm and good luck.
I like your idea!
Will you vote for me? Let's do this and see how it turns out. Let's help each other!
Good luck!
Wonderfully written Andy! Good luck!!
MJ
I'm with ya Andy - good luck!
Lisa
Follow your dream Alison. Mine is Machu Pichu - has been for as long as I can remember. Shine your light Chica! Best Wishes!
Don't think his name is Alison...
...uncover the mediterranean mysteries.....awesome! go for it!
please check my idea......i promise for every vote i get to make you a dream collaborator-- and donate a percentage of exhibit sales to your cause.
All born here in this small sea or i shall say "lake" ...May your dream come true...and i ll help you when you will be in Greece ....take care !!!
This is wonderful and original. Good luck! Please check out my idea and toss me a vote :)
Good luck! You deserve it!
Good luck... and please check out my dream!
Check Montenegro coast and Croatian coast. Is on the Adriatic sea that gets into Mediterranean sea. One of the most beautiful sea in the world.
Hi Andy, I love your idea and gave you a vote. I have a similar trek idea and would love a vote back if it sparks your interest. Good luck!
Arlo
Bravo! Here's my vote - please help me out, too. Thanks!
I love this idea! check out mine and Pic it if youd like! Congo here I come...
I love this idea! Got my vote.
Totally voted for this - and I'm competing against you! Make sure to read The Pillars of Hercules, about Paul Theroux making this same trip - it will give you great inspiration!
I'd love to visit the Met again! I feel so at home in most of the region. Good luck!
nice idea! love it. You got my vote. If your inspired, please check out my idea too. peace.
I really wish you the best with this Andy...you have a true, genuine talent!
Voted. Check mine out. http://www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/relentlsspursuit/capturing-asias-captured/
Good Luck Andy! I've gotten a couple people from the office to vote for you, I'll get as many more as I can by tomorrow.
Hey Andy, Eradea sent me over to vote for you. Its a great idea. I've spent a lot of time in that area of the world myself. Best of luck to you.
Good Luck AndyBill!!! Miss you!
Eradea was right, this is a great essay....good luck Andy! We'll be down to get some lunch and coffee soon.
gave you a pic! good luck!
Go Andy.
good luck andy!
looks like you did make it! good luck!
best of luck andy! you've chosen a beautiful region to live your dream...