here we are…
THE ANGELS
Tenison Shirai
photography
Who are the angels? They are the soldiers who defend their country, sacrificing personal dreams, their families, and their lives. They are the relatives who weep and pray for those sent on missions. They are the ones who provide the essential support to ease suffering and heal irreparable losses. Angels are all of us!
Many are no longer with us, but the number of angels has never diminished. Angels will always be here—they must be!
And so, it is worth declaring: Here we are... The Angels.

About the Author
I’m Tenison Ottoni Shirai, born in São Paulo, Brazil. Currently residing in Orlando, FL, my photography focuses on an artistic documentary style.
My experience as a photographer with Soldiers' Angels has been one of both contribution and continuous growth. The intentional pursuit of capturing the best moments, brightest smiles, and meaningful situations brings me a deep sense of fulfillment, both professionally and personally.
In every interaction, I share my time, talents, and other resources, but I receive back much more. For that, I extend my gratitude to every military member, every veteran with their families, every volunteer and team member, and the leaders of Soldiers' Angels for sharing this more than a human experience. Because love is not a simple feeling, it is a decision, it is an action.
Stylized B&W 6x6 medium format film photographs

1. Loyalty

2. Celebration

3. Reflexes

4. Spontaneity

5. By Faith

6. Here I Am

7. Presence

8. Affection

9. America

10. Participation

11. Tercet

12. Go

13. Unity

14. Service

15. Targeting

16. Joy

17. Authenticity

18. Harvest

19. Quality

20 Vigor

21. Look

22. Attached

23. Inclusion

24. Leadership

25. Grouping

26. Service

27. Surprised

28. Welcome

29. Purpose

30. Parade

31. Footprints

32. Vet Pet

33. Respect

34. Not Forgotten

35. Here We Are

36. In Loving Memory

37. Angels in Action

38. This Way

39. Daytona

40. Dollar Racing

41. Friends

42. Making Better

43. Stop

44. Uh-huh!

45 Shading

46 Energy & Freedom

47 V-Shaped

48 Veteran
Tenison Shirai
photography