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London
Estimated LGBT population: 10% of London population which means 800,000 LGBT people.
Please send your stories/photos of public same-sex hand holding in London to yourstories@adayinhand.com
 Colum self portrait!28 Feb 2010 1:11AMIrish Photographer Colum LaVelle steps in front of the camera and holds
hands with Roberto Cantu, from Xalapa, Mexico and Marco Cuervo from
Mexico city hold hands in support of the A Day In Hand Campaign
Photo by Colum LaVelle
 Cantu and Cuervo28 Feb 2010 1:09AMRoberto Cantu, from Xalapa, Mexico and Marco Cuervo from Mexico city hold hands in support of the A Day In Hand Campaign
Photo by Colum LaVelle
 Mexico to London28 Feb 2010 1:07AMRoberto Cantu, from Xalapa, Mexico, Marco Cuervo from Mexico city and
Gary Wych from London hold hands in support of the A Day In Hand
Campaign
Photo by Colum LaVelle
 Museum love13 Feb 2010 1:45PMHi
Here is a little poem I have written for you to add to my pic
Hands to hug, or hands to hold.
It doesn't really matter just be bold.
Whether your partner's your family's or friend.
Just grab their hand and show the world.
United we stand, united we fall.
The world's an ugly place so sod em all.
Holding hands is a wonderful thing
Don't ever be scared, just do your own thing.
Thanks for giving me the opportunity to add a little something
Helen Brandon
British Museum, London, England
Sat 13th February 2010
 Families Together13 Feb 2010 4:48AMFamilies Together London is a group for parents of LGBT people. This was taken at a group meeting on Saturday 13th February. There were over twenty of us there. The photo shows Mary, who has a gay daughter, and Jackie, who has a gay son. (Sorry there are no people in the background, but many of those who come to our meetings are wary of being photographed at these events for fear of outing their children).
Good luck!
Marjorie
Families Together London
 Firm friends17 Jan 2010 6:23PMNick and Alex from Mandate public affairs and relations firm.
‘I was delighted to participate in the campaign. Holding hands is an incredibly important part of how we display our affection and interact with each other, and it’s sad to think that some people feel unable to hold hands for whatever reason.’ Nick
‘At first, I felt very strange holding another guy’s hand in public but I now realise what an excellent campaign this is. It is something which I feel very strongly about and I hope it encourages more people to do the same. I also couldn’t have asked for a better hand to hold than Nick’s!’ Alex
January 2010, London, UK
 Outside the office17 Jan 2010 9:56AMLizzie and Claire from Mandate public affairs and relations firm.
January 2010, London UK
 Hands at La Cage Aux Folles28 Nov 2009 5:19PMA group of friends & I went to London to see La
Cage Aux Folles on the 28th November, to support John Barrowman. And
because it was my birthday...
We all love what you are doing and support the idea whole heartedly. Here's some photos of us out in London!
 Ben Bradshaw MP19 Nov 2009 9:51PMBen Bradshaw MP and David Watkins, Founder of A Day In Hand hold hands on stage at the British Museum as part of the LGBT History Month pre-launch 2009.
London, 19th November 2009
photo by Mark Weeks
More pics of the night here
More about LGBT History Month here
 2 at 1004 Nov 2009 6:13PMHi David,
Ryan and I would like to share this photo of us outside 10 Downing Street after being invited to the Communities & Crime Reception on the 4th November 2009. We were introduced to Gordon Brown who thanked us for our work organising the Vigil in Trafalgar Square. Would be great if you could add a link to the 17-24-30 facebook group or our website 17-24-30.
Best wishes
Mark x
 Waiting to Depart31 Oct 2009 10:21PM"Dear A Day In Hand,
After the vigil in Trafalgar Square on Friday night it felt more important than ever to quietly promote visibility. This is the departure lounge of Heathrow airport, Saturday 31st October 2009."
Amy & Jo
This was part of Same-sex hand holding Saturday Oct 31st
 In The Wild31 Oct 2009 10:20PM"Following
a visit to the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the
Natural History Museum in South Kensington, London, we decided to
create of bit of wildlife photography of our own."
Dean and Daniel
South Kensington, London, October 2009
part of Same-sex hand holding Saturday October 2009
 The Stratford Gang31 Oct 2009 7:08PM"We were four gay men, a gay woman, and a borrowed straight sister," recounts Dean Ashton. "We decided that East London needed to be brought up to date and so we decided to silently stand - hands held - in the most public place we knew - slap bang outside of Stratford Underground and Train Station on a Saturday afternoon. Curious glances and polite avoidance of getting in the way of the camera was the reaction. Actively participating in the Sshh Campaign went from being Queer Terrorism to being a rather pleasant afternoon in our own home town."
Anthony Townsend & Mark MacKenzie, Statford, London, UK
31st October 2009
part of Sshh! Saturday October 31st (for more pics)
 SMK Winners07 Oct 2009 9:52AMAward
winners David Watkins and Tom Royston of the Sheila McKechnie Foundation (SMK) were invited to 10
Downing Street on October 7th, to meet the UK Prime Minister, Gordon
Brown. They hold hands in support of A Day In Hand outside No.10.
Mr Brown met David Watkins, Founder of A Day In Hand and thanked
him for his work for the SMK Social Inclusion award.
Tom's campaign 'Hung Up' highlights the high cost of phoning 0800 government numbers from mobile phones.
October 7th 2009
10 Downing Street, London, UK
 Tube 226 Sep 2009 9:06PM"On my way back from west-ham we took a photo on the tube and its uploaded here."
Kevin, London
part of the first same-sex hand holding Saturday
to see a larger pic go here and scroll down
London, England, 26th September 2009
 Tube26 Sep 2009 7:55PM"On my way back from west-ham we took a photo on the tube and its uploaded here."
Kevin, London
part of the first same-sex hand holding Saturday
to see a larger pic go here and scroll down
London, England, 26th September 2009
 London Gay Men's Chorus26 Sep 2009 7:49PMThe London Gay Men's Chorus
So much sshh in such a short time
The first same-sex hand holding Saturday
To see a large pic go here and scroll down
London, England, 26th September 2009
 Sister Act18 Sep 2009 10:14PMTwo straight sisters (inspirational in their own right), founders of the Pink Stinks campaign, hold hands at the recent Sheila MacKechnie Awards for gay equality.
St. Martin in the Fields, London, 16th September 2009
 Pink Stinks but husbands rule!09 Sep 2009 6:39PMTwo straight brothers-in-law, show their support for gay equality by holding hands in public. It's simple: hold hands! These chaps did it without hesitation, and the result? Another blow for bigots and a big chip for equality. Gay rights are human rights, and straight people, like gays are 100% human...
St. Martins in the Fields, London, 16th September 2009
For more info on how straight people can support gay rights please have a look here.
Remember: You don't have to be black to object to racism, or female to object to sexism. You certainly don't have to be gay to object to homophobia: as gay rights are human rights.
These amazing men also support gender equality and oppose gender stereotypes in young girls and boys.
Click here for the Pink Stinks campaign,
 Hand holding from GIRES28 Jul 2009 10:19PMGIRES (Gender Identity Research and Education Society) supports the rights of same-sex couples to hold hands in public. There's no reason why we old, dyed-in-the-wool straight guys shouldn't do the same! This is me, Terry, with an old physio friend at her home in London. We were at a 50th reunion at her home in London with 10 of our classmates from St Mary's Hospital.
London, England
 Rhona & Niki's Day28 Jul 2009 5:18PMRhona & Niki who took part in the Great London Same-Sex Hand Holding Relay on 25th July 2009, shared with us their personal hand holding moment on their special day. You look beautiful!
Rhona says, "The photo was taken on July 5th 2008 outside the venue of our civil
partnership ceremony (Blackheath Halls).x"
 Trafalgar Square09 Jul 2009 5:53PMTrafalgar Square, London, England
4th July 2009
 MET police at London Pride 200904 Jul 2009 2:15PMFemale police officers take a day in hand!
Thanks for supporting us.
London Pride July 2009
Baker Street, London, UK
More Pride 09 pics here
 Boris?01 Jul 2009 7:09AMIs this Boris? And if not, what does it matter? It's a man....and he's holding my hand. That's one more same-sex hand hold, and it's in public. Brilliant
City Hall, London, England, 29th June 2009.
 Boris29 Jun 2009 7:10AMBoris Johnson, Mayor of London, endorsed the campaign at his reception at City Hall for London Pride. "Absoutley!" he said, as I explained the project to him and how his support and photograph would help the campaign and the wider fight for equal respect for LGBT people.
Thanks Boris. It was great holding your hand. click here to enlarge
Here's another photo of Boris.
David Watkins (A Day In Hand founder) and Boris Johnson
City Hall, London, England, 29th June 2009
 Thomas & Max25 Apr 2009 7:09PM"We've found that holding hands with someone of the same sex generates feelings ranging from curiosity to outright hostility, which shows that the UK has still some way to go in changing general attitudes despite having achieved so much politically for same-sex couples. Holding hands shows the rest of the world what we mean to each other but, more importantly, it lets us demonstrate the security and closeness that comes with being committed to each other. We want to be able to show these feelings without fear, in the same way that opposite-sex couples do every day. Our morning of doing the photo-shoot for A Day In Hand was relaxed and happy because we had the freedom to demonstrate this, and we hope that same-sex couples everywhere will come to have that freedom wherever they go." --Max & Tom
Abbey Road, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
This photo was part of Claire Nathan's photoshoot. You can find a larger version here.
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Elly and Kelly25 Apr 2009 7:08PM"So what is hand holding to me? There is something undeniably beautiful
about holding hands with another person. It connects people in both an
intimate and casual way. No one should be denied that right to it."
Kelly
Camden Lock, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
This photo was part of Claire Nathan's photoshoot. You can find a larger version here.
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Ravi and Alfonso25 Apr 2009 7:08PMWe met these two during the Claire Nathan photoshoot, and I had to stop them, not least 'cos their ice-creams looked so nice. They gladly let them melt as they showed their support for equality. Oh, and by the way, they're straight boys.
Chalk Farm, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
This photo was part of Claire Nathan's photoshoot. You can find a larger image there.
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 John & Steve25 Apr 2009 7:07PMPrimrose Hill, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
This photo was part of Claire Nathan's photoshoot. You can find a larger version here.
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Dean and Kelly25 Apr 2009 7:04PMCamden Lock, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
This photo was part of Claire Nathan's photoshoot. You can find a larger version here.
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Max & John, Tiana & Philippa25 Apr 2009 7:00PMI Want To Hold Your Hand by The Beatles
Philippa says, "The Day in Hand Campaign was blanketed by great spirit and a sense of fun. Holding hands is so connective and in large cities goes by unnoticed, mostly! It is the sense of not wanting to offend that usually holds us back. We need to connect more and show the love. I wanna hold your hand!!"
Abbey Road, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
This photo was part of Claire Nathan's photoshoot. You can find a larger version here.
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Jay and Fionn25 Apr 2009 3:19PM2 transmen, who are friends and wanted to support the campaign.
St. John's Wood, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
This photo was part of Claire Nathan's photoshoot. You can find a larger version here.
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Liam & Luke25 Apr 2009 1:05PM2 straight guys show their support for the project. Thanks chaps! Anybody can be a part of the silent revolution.
Camden Lock, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 The Girls of Primrose Hill25 Apr 2009 1:03PMThis fantastic bespectacle group of straight women wanted to support the right for anyone to hold hands with their loved one. Thanks gals - and you need to get yourselves on Facebook to see our group page there.
Primrose Hill, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
You are free to use this photo to promote A Day In Hand as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Shazia and Jenny25 Apr 2009 12:53PMTwo straight friends walking down into Camden, minding their own business, happily holding hands....until I accost them for a photo opportunity! Thanks ladies for being a part of our silent revolution.
Chalk Farm, London, 25th April 2009
by Claire Nathan
You are free to use this photo as long as you credit Claire Nathan.
Please give a helping hand to support and promote our photographers.
Support this revolution by promoting and linking to this website.
Thanks!
 Gino & Mike Merino17 Apr 2009 11:42AM"I wish the day would come when I don't have to think about holding hands with my husband when at home, with friends and loved ones, at events and when I campaign, but if I want to walk down my road and hold Mikes hand I have to think. But why? I see opposite sex couples do more than this in public and I'm made to feel an outcast for just wanting to hold hands. We should have the right to without the fear of what others may say or do." Gino
Gino & Mike Meriano
Liverpool Street, London, UK, 17th April 2009
Matt Pereira Photography
 Jess & Mandy09 Apr 2009 10:46PMWe spotted Jess and Mandy walking across Millenium Bridge just after we had shot Kevin and Rowland at St. Paul's. It was amzaing to see a same-sex couple (in their natural habitat) holding hands without prompting. It felt like the sighting of a rare bird in the wild. We had to talk to them, and they were very friendly. They said they were up in London for the day and decided to hold hands. They loved the campaign, and we love you too. Thanks so much for encapsulating what A Day in Hand is all about: freedom of expression.
Millenium Bridge, London, UK, 9th April 2009
Colum LaVelle Photography
 Kevin and Rowland09 Apr 2009 7:10PMKevin and Rowland are not partners but got together to hold hands for equality for the campaign.
Here's what Rowland had to say "A Day in Hand, is a wonderful idea drawing attention to the fact that many cultures and peoples hold hands for different reasons and they are all good reasons. Close touch and embracing one another is a sign of comfort, peace and love. In my experience doing this is not just a sexual significance but an empowering and liberating move, I believe people should hold hands more."
St. Paul's Cathedral, London, UK, 9th April 2009
Colum LaVelle Photography
This photo was part of Colum LaVelle's photoshoot.
 Petter & Brian09 Apr 2009 11:36AM"It's only natural that couples want to hold hands in public but being concerned about how others (and the media) might react means we don't often do it as much as we'd like. This campaign will help people to become more accepting of same sex PDAs (public displays of affection)."
Brian Paddick
Southbank, London, UK, 9th April 2009
Colum LaVelle Photography
This photo was part of Colum LaVelle's photoshoot.
 Paul & Partner09 Apr 2009 11:31AMWell we were just strolling along the Southbank looking forward to meeting our next couple for the photoshoot, when who should we see but these likely lads. Well done guys for holding hands and keeping it real in Clink Street.
Clink Street, London Bridge, London, UK, 9th April 2009
Colum LaVelle Photography
 Anthony & Mark09 Apr 2009 11:27AM"Holding Mark's hand makes me feel safe and loved. And also, importantly for me, visible as gay. It's easy for people to fear what they don't know, and as gay people we are invisible in so many ways. I strongly support this project as showing our affection in public not only prompts people confront their prejudice, but us to confront our own fears too."
Anthony
Anthony & Mark hold hands outside London Bridge Station.
London Bridge, London, UK 9th April 2009
Colum LaVelle Photography
This photo was part of Colum LaVelle's photoshoot.
 Eve & Catherine09 Apr 2009 1:14AM"I’ve only recently started noticing people’s reactions to us holding hands in public– sometimes a double take, sometimes an offensive comment, sometimes a very pointed look in the other direction. It seems strange to me that something that’s such a natural part of a relationship stirs up such strong reactions in so many people, but it’s not helped by the rarity of seeing same-sex couples holding hands in public. I know that identifying yourself as part of a minority group (especially one that provokes such vitriolic reactions in some people) can be scary but it’s a step towards fighting the vicious circle we create by being invisible. And I’ve realised that however people do react, I’m still always glad we’re holding hands. It’s about showing love in front of the rest of the world, whether they like it or not - giving a big ol’ F*** YOU to anyone who has a problem with us, and a nod and a smile to all those that are buoyed by seeing two people in love, whatever their gender."
Catherine
Waterloo, London, UK, 9th April 2009
Colum LaVelle Photography
This photo was part of Colum LaVelle's photoshoot.
 Shokti & Spyda08 Apr 2009 6:09PM"Same sex hand holding in public.. lets do more! i was doing it in the 80s and it felt shocking defiant sexy. well having been out doing it for the shoot it seems its still defiant and sexy... but maybe not so shocking. Instead of running off tourists stopped and took photos too!"
Shokti
City Hall, London, UK, 9th April 2009
This photograph was part of the Colum LaVelle photoshoot
 Ian & Blake08 Apr 2009 11:38AM"I am really pleased to be part of the project. Ian and I hold hands [are] basically the type of people that hold hands where ever we are. We're pretty open, and tactile people and we like the little assurance of each other's proximity, as well as the little affirmation that holding hands offers. In terms of location, we don't really limit it to much ... we live in south east London, so we're just as comfortable holding hands in down town Greenwich, as we are in Central London. There are lots of times where we walk openly holding hands, but more often than not, we just keep our hands by our side (rather than swinging) and our hand-holding is quite discrete. The main hesitation I would have is where it’s clear that someone would be significantly uncomfortable about it (such as elderly people who I think seem reserved and might take issue with us holding hands) or where there are people who seem like they’re offended and aggressive (such as a couple of rough lads out on the drink). In either of those cases, we’d typically both refrain from holding hands. Neither of these cases is location based, and they can occur where ever we are in London.
I don’t feel like there is a conflict when we hesitate in holding hands due to a perceived situation. Holding hands is something Ian and I do for each other, rather than as a statement for other people."
Blake
Southbank, London, UK, 9th April 2009
Colum LaVelle Photography
This photo was part of Colum LaVelle's photoshoot.
 Couple at National Film Theatre04 Apr 2009 6:02PMI met these two women down at the National Film Theatre during the London Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans Film Festival.
They were very interested about the project, and gave me their time. I snapped their pic, but rather stupidly didn't get their names.
NFT, London, England, 4th April 2009
 David and Cleve03 Apr 2009 6:03PMCleve was in London campaigning for hotel workers' rights and his Sleep With The Right People campaign for Unite Here His career as an activist began in San Francisco during the turbulent 1970s when he was befriended by pioneer gay rights leader Harvey Milk. He worked as a student intern in Milk’s office. He is portrayed by actor Emile Hirsch in the film Milk.
I have admired Cleve from a far for a very long time, and was thrilled when he agreed to show his support for A Day In Hand.
Congress House, London, 3rd April 2009
 Mark & Anthony29 Mar 2009 6:02PM"The photo was taken at the Walk For Life 2007 in Hyde Park. We held
hands as we were walking for those friends, family and loved ones who
have lost their lives or are living with HIV/AIDS. It was also a symbol of our love for one another and if straight couples can get fresh in public then why cannot I. I think its a great campaign and shouldn't be something that is done
one day a year but everyday, but for IDAHO this is a good start. Good
luck with the campaign, you have my full support."
Hyde Park, London, 2007
 Cris & Sabrina29 Mar 2009 6:01PMCris and Sabrina helped us out flyering at the National Film Theatre. We snapped them relaxing at a cafe on the Southbank.
Southbank, London, 26th March 2009
 Ruth & Anna29 Mar 2009 6:00PMThis is a picture of my girlfriend Ruth and I holding hands in Crystal Palace Park, London on the 29th March 2009. My brother took the photo. We met in Bristol where I am currently studying and have been together for three months. We are always walking around holding hands in Bristol and have never experienced any negative reactions (apart from the occasional stare) doing so. I believe same-sex hand holding (sshh) is important as it's a normal, appropriate expression of affection in a public place, and the more visible it is, the less fear we need to have, and more same sex couples will fee able to do it.
I love looking at the photos on the Day In Hand group, especially as I grew up in London, so it's nice to see same- sex couples (and friends who support the cause) holding hands in front of all the familiar landmarks. Keep up the good work :)
Crystal Palace Park, London, 29th March 2009
 Rob & Ken27 Mar 2009 1:12AMWe snapped Rob & Ken down at the London Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans Film festival.
National Film Theatre, Southbank, London, 27th March 2009
 Two chaps on Saturday stroll09 Mar 2009 6:15PMAlas, I wish I had taken down your names, but the truth was I was so flabagasted to see you. I had been hanging around the street for about 1.5 hours and this was the first sshh sighting that I saw.
Old Compton St, London, 9th March 2009
 Derek & Malcolm09 Mar 2009 6:13PMAfter the shoot, I spotted the punks hanging out by the railings in the background.
I had to get this shot! I approached the punks and asked if we could have them in the background for the shoot.
"What's it for?" one asked.
"We want to encouage gays and lesbians to hold hands in public more," I said. I pushed Derek and Malcolm forward.
"Cool," said the punks. "You have any money for some beer?"
I gave them £1 each, and we got this shot. I say that's a fair exchange.
Picadilly Circus, London, 9th March 2009
This photograph was part of the Mark Weeks photoshoot. Check out the punk version
 Alice and Em (and Oscar)09 Mar 2009 6:11PMI think Oscar Wilde would be proud, even though Alice and Em were sitting on him. This was one of many great shots we got that day. London buses, red telephone boxes, the Oscar Wilde memorial...they held hands in and on them all.
Charing Cross, London, 9th March 2009
This photo was part of the Mark Weeks photoshoot
 Julie & Ju (and Genie the Westie)09 Mar 2009 6:09PM
"We got together in 2000 and so the Millennium Bridge has a particular
relevance to us, especially as we both love the river and visit the
Tate Modern regularly. Disabled people are perceived as being asexual
and genderless, so people find it particularly hard to deal with it
when we are obviously gay. We are proud when we are recognised as being
a couple, though - in spite of it being impossible to hold hands when
you are both rolling along together!"
Millenium Bridge, London, 9th March 2009
This photograph was part of the Mark Weeks photoshoot
 Sabrina & Cris09 Mar 2009 6:07PMA real spontaneous moment. Sabrin and Cris met on the internet. Cris was living in Texas, so Sabrina flew over to meet her love for the first time. She ended up staying for a few months. On returning to London, she brought Cris with her and they've been here ever since. I quite like the policeman in a tutu in the background, and the protestors.
David
Southbank, London, 9th March 2009
This photograph was part of the Mark Weeks photoshoot
 Jamie & Luis09 Mar 2009 6:07PM A lovely photo and a lovely day, side by side with the free Tibet rally.
Shortly after this beautiful moment, we got kicked out of the square for taking pictures.
"grrr!!" (shakes fist)
Traflagar Square, London, 9th March 2009
This photograph was part of the Mark Weeks photoshoot
 Howard & Jonathan09 Mar 2009 6:06PMI chose this shot becasue it had all the elements of holding hands in public in London. Big Ben, a London bus (matching with Howard's shoes), and the pubic in the background. I also like the looks on the boys' faces.
Westminster Station, London, 9th March 2009
This photograph was part of the Mark Weeks photoshoot
 Liam & Jason28 Feb 2009 6:14PMI chased the length of Berwick Street market to catch up with Liam and Jason.
"Do you believe in Same-Sex Hand Holding?" I asked breathlessly.
And they didn't need to speak, because they held hands right there in front of me.
When push comes to shove....love.
Soho, London, 28th February
 David & Ari28 Feb 2009 6:14PMDavid and Ari posed for me outside Madam JoJo's. It was a bright Saturday and these guys weren't expecting a photoshoot when they left their house that day.
"How do I look?" David asked, smoothing his lapels. He's got his priorities right - more concerned about his personal appearance than what people think about who he loves.
That's a great place to be. Kudos boys!
Soho, London, 28th February
 Sarah & Louise28 Feb 2009 6:14PMSarah and Louise were out for a pleasant walk, until my Canon and I interrupted.
Another proud couple. More fantastic SSHH people.
Soho, London, 28th Feb, 2009
 Martin & Justin22 Feb 2009 6:14PMMartin and Justin were one of the first couples I found in Soho, that first day on Old Compton Street. Martin knows the score, he's well in there with the LGBT organisations of London, and it's a privaledge that I got their commitment on camera. The next few minutes would prove to ellicit a small stream of couples holding hands, perhaps inspired by these two trend setters?
Old Compton St. London, 22nd Feb 2009
 Hanno and David22 Feb 2009 3:02PMHanno was visiting David from Germany, (they're friends) and even so believed in what we are trying to do.
A pose and a click and we let them on their way. David continued to support the campaign and wrote one of the first press releases for A Day In Hand.
You don't have to be a 'couple' to help. Female friends have been holding hands forever! Guys, let's do the same.
Old Compton St., London, 22nd Feb, 2009
 Fresh from dinner at Balans, Soho21 Feb 2009 7:18PMThese boys had no trouble holding hands. I snapped them as they came out of Balans restaurant. They looked really sweet, and sometimes you just don't want to interfere, so I didn't get their names. I did however get a sweet photo.
Old Compton St, Soho, London, 21st February 2009
 The first couple we accosted21 Feb 2009 3:05PMThis is Jon and his partner. They strolled toward us holding hands and as they left we caught them on camera (after they'd given us a thumbs up for the campaign).
Old Compton Street, London, 22nd February 2009
 Friends take A Day In Hand21 Feb 2009 2:39PMAs these friends show in Soho, you don't have to be a couple to hold hands and strike a pose for equality.
Thanks guys, you're shouting out for single people everywhere who want to support our project. If you're a girl hold a girl's hand. If you're a boy hold a boy's hand. Simple.
 David and David15 Feb 2009 3:07PMTwo boys, one pic.
We needed to start the ball rolling, so we asked someone outside Costa Coffee to take our pic for the A Day In Hand campaign.
Now we just need to find partners of our own...<sigh>
Soho, London, 15th February 2009
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