Growing up in foster care, Shaheed rarely experienced parental love or tenderness. Now, as he became a father for the first time, he is discovering emotions previously unknown to him—profound, unconditional love for his daughter and an instinctive desire to shield her from life's dangers. 

As he describes it, “I found within me a tenderness that I never knew was there or even possible."

You are my Father - Shaheed & Nakhiya
2021 ISOuth Africa

Estonian documentary and fine art photographer



creator: /now • /portrait • /shakti •
https://linktr.ee/angelikakollin

What a beautiful and moving story! Shaheed's journey of discovering love and tenderness as a new father is truly inspiring. It highlights the power of parenthood to transform us and uncover emotions we never knew we had. Nice shot capturing such a profound moment!

Thank you dear Sri for such profound words 🥰