May 29 update

I spent the majority of this week compiling a list of reference materials for my project.  When taking a break, I designed filters to use in future pictures and tested out ways to measure clients' scars.  On Friday, I took a client to Mary Ellen's office for his forensic evaluation.  I was able to sit in on their interview, which consisted of a detailed account of his torture, the reasons that he cannot return home, and his current medical condition.  While I already had pictures of his torture-related scars, I was also able to take pictures of some of his previous scars, which will be helpful to my studies and to his case.  I'm glad I got the opportunity to sit in on this evaluation; it was one of the things I most looked forward to this summer.  I hope to experience a few more, either with Alejandro or with Mary Ellen.