The Aftermath of Katrina Photo Gallery by Mark Gong at pbase.com

The Aftermath of Katrina

My name is Mark M. Gong. I am a freelance photographer currently covering the devastation left by Katrina. Together with my friend Pouya Dianat, we travel from Maryland down to Mobile, Biloxi and finally New Orleans. Below are a few photos I took time to edit and upload. Internet is sporatic and slow so I can only upload a few at a time.

SGT Rodney Antoine of the 159th Squadron stands watch outside of the Superdome in New Orleans.	Residents who chose to stay behind and ride out the storm were picked up Monday and bused out of the area for evacuation.	The Hyatt of New Orleans was one of the most heavily damaged hotels in the city.	Resident Robert W. Shaw of New Orleans watches as civilian rescue worker Shannon Gamewell of Arkansas brings water.
Robert W. Shaw, a resident of New Orleans is overcome with emotion as rescue workers delivered water to his flooded house.	Downtown New Orleans was heavily flooded following the rising waters from Hurricane Katrina.	Air Force troops moved in secure the city and help evacture residents.	Resident Scott F. Tillman of New Orleans wades through the water along St. Charles St.
Rescue Workers continue to evacuate people on St. Charles Street	Charles Windle and his pet macal, Garson of New Orleans surveys the damage to his neighborhood.	The Hyatt of New Orleans sustained heavy damage during Hurrican Katrina.	The Hyatt of New Orleans sustained heavy damage during Hurrican Katrina.
	Louis Armstrong Airport Refugee center - New Orleans	Travel Between Buses - New Orleans	One Last Look - New Orleans
Newlyweds' Embrace - New Orleans	A Long Wait for Buses - New Orleans	Wheelchair Bound - New Orleans	Shadows and Trash - New Orleans
	Walking Out of Town - New Orleans	We're Okay - Biloxi
76 year old evacuee Craig Peel, examines a photo of himself and his missing dog, Sassy, his only family.	Former New Orleans resident, Gerard Broussard, begans a new life at the D.C. Armory.

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roxanne		27-Aug-2008 03:59
I don't like the idea every body focused thier eyes on New Orleans and not the gulf coast.don't get me wrong they did get flood damage but most of the gulf coast got wiped out.there was thousands of homes and businesses on the gulf coast distroyed tore down by katrina.So why just focus on New Orleans and not the Gulf Coast either where the real damage was done.

Teresa		25-Jul-2006 19:51
You truly captured the innocence of the unknown. A heartlfelt "Thank-You" for your pictures of what really happened to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, Texas, etc. Their lives will never be the same, as they once knew. I think you told their story without even saying a word.

Jerome Lorieau		01-Jan-2006 13:26
Just a big and sad thank you to share us all these photos. You perfectly combine composition and the impact of the subject matter.

Sandip Debnath		16-Dec-2005 17:53
these are photographs which can come only from heart Mark, i am telling you.. You have an amazing quality photographs and a great story to show the world the reality.. We are all with you.. Keep going..

Dennis Steinauer		09-Nov-2005 07:08
Just masterful.

Donald Verger		05-Nov-2005 10:35
thank you! vote!

Linda Oldham		23-Sep-2005 13:45
"Thanks to a story by 9 News reporter Emily Schmidt, an elderly New Orleans evacuee will soon be reunited with his best friend--a little Lhasa Apsa. Last week, Schmidt talked to Craig Peel, 76, who was inconsolable over the loss of his dog. He�d had to evacuate New Orleans without his pet, leaving her with a neighbor as he made the long trip to the DC Armory. "My dog Sassy. I want her back. I want her back. Oh boy, do I want her back," he said. On Thursday, 9 News found Sassy with one of Peel�s neighbors in New Orleans. The little dog�s doing well and arrangements are being made to reunite her with her owner as soon as possible."

Wendy O		19-Sep-2005 14:15
Excellent work. You documented this story with emotion and artistry.

E.S		19-Sep-2005 09:01
Hello! I must say its a heart-rending moment in these pictures you have taken. And are impressive too. It reflects on humanity in US. I feel you did a courageous act to actually be on site! Best Wishes.

Guest		16-Sep-2005 05:06
these are incredibly moving pictures. the best stills i've seen so far that capture the impact katrina made.

Gus R.		15-Sep-2005 22:54
Thanks much for taking the pain staking time to get these up. Good stuff. Many seem to have their panties in a bunch over Robert J's comment. It is hard to compete with wiggling breast. I mean nothing has such powerful impact on the growth of a man's soul like oscillating nipples. I mean, at first I thought maybe he had no valid substantive platform from which to preach, then I saw that in his gallery. What can I say . . . . . ;-) Thanks again - g

Miinerva		15-Sep-2005 13:36
You do a great job as always Mark...heavy stuff. As Maciej says...this is your chanse...

Tanny K. A.		14-Sep-2005 22:10
voted

Pepo (TE)		12-Sep-2005 14:23
I shall stay silent when the photos talk... -------- I saw quite alot of your photos both on cnn.com and on ap.org site!!! I wonder if you work with the media or did you sent them your flix...

xoxo		11-Sep-2005 03:15
Sad scenes. I appreciate your journalistic approach to these shots. I praise you for having the strength and courage to be there to capture these scenes for the whole world to see. Excellent gallery. You have my vote with heartfelt thanks. I have already donated some money to help the people. Cloverstar from TrekEarth and TrekLens.

Flavia		09-Sep-2005 05:36
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for saving Oliver! Because of people like you, I am so happy to be pregnant. It seems there is hope for humankind! Best wishes, Flavia.

Renata		08-Sep-2005 23:07
Mark! You ' re famous now in Brasil! You' ve rescued a famous dog. Certainly u have a big big heart! and lots of talent for photos! sorry my english isn ' t so good.. Luck, sucess and hapiness in you life! Renata.

Jimfrom NY		08-Sep-2005 20:30
great pics of a sad time.........human spirit never dies .........

Daniela		08-Sep-2005 19:09
Thank you for saving Oliver! Your pictures are wonderful!

Claudia Beatriz		08-Sep-2005 14:13
Great and shocking pictures!

xawillin mining		08-Sep-2005 08:25
Hi, Mark. Didn't you forget Oliver's photo, in the moment of rescue?We'd like to see it, here in Brasil..! This dog are very lucky.

JaMach		08-Sep-2005 05:43
Great Work, you have som estunning photos with lasting impact. Joe JaMach

Rick		07-Sep-2005 02:39
I agree with everyone else. You have some moving images in this gallery that show a range of emotions. Despair, grief, and sorrow which are always present in these types of disasters, but you also show a couple of images which show a light at the end of the tunnel. "Smiles amidst Chaos" and "Newlyweds' Embrace" are my favorites. Keep posting so no one ever forgets what happened.

Peter Kozikowski		06-Sep-2005 15:17
I am not sure what is the point of such a negative and not constructive comments like the once from Joyon. Don't worry about that Mark, just go out there and shoot, be a human and try to understand the pain and suffering, the photos will be great. You already have some very good once here, looking forward to more. Stay safe. Peter

Herve Blandin		06-Sep-2005 05:01
My comment went nowhere. I try again: great to see you, living exactly by your words and aspiration. I second Maciej, just shoot, and shoot again, you've got the chops to make it all come thru, anyway. Glad you are not alone there.

Herve Blandin		06-Sep-2005 04:55
Good and meaningful work, Mark (biiig too!). My thoughts are with you. Glad you are not alone there. Living by your word. you are an inspiration. Sincerely, H.

koreanczyk		06-Sep-2005 03:51
I looked at Robert Joyon's photos. Nothing good, some ok shots but nothing with the power here. Great job man, going to whats really a war zone to do some real photography work. Robert Joyon and his photos dont even hold a candle to your stuff Mark. I told you on TE you have the skill and talent to do well in this field. Kep shooting and get some strong images, then post only the best. It will be a powerful gallery man.

JP		06-Sep-2005 00:48
robert joyon is a moron. And his photos suck. You've got some great stuff here. 3 or 4 really hit me hard. "A Long Wait for Buses" was a fav. It was powerful without being too sappy. Great job.

Guest		05-Sep-2005 00:47
Dont worry man, your photos are way better than that robert joyon, hes just bitter. Keep shooting.

Kevin Henry		04-Sep-2005 12:35
Don't be harsh guys, give the guy a break! For example, the "No more - Biloxi" is pretty effective, I think

robert joyon		04-Sep-2005 11:44
please go and watch msnbc... we don't learn nothing new or special with your "photos" :o( Sorry... lebororo

Maciej Dakowicz		04-Sep-2005 08:16
try harder Mark, get stronger images, it is your big chance. vote, so more will see these images

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