Jimmy Carter in Plains ga. On assignment for Associated press

I made my way down to Plains, Georgia to see former President Jimmy Carter teach Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church.  He announced on Dec. 6 that his doctors told him there was no evidence of cancer in his brain.  Sadly, after this victory, Carter announced just two weeks later that his 28-year-old grandson Jeremy Carter passed away in his sleep.  Here is a photo essay of my time in Plains, Georgia.

Former President Jimmy Carter prays during Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced on Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

People line up to see former President Jimmy Carter teach Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced on Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Jan Williams shows guests an offering plate that former President Jimmy Carter made before he teaches Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga.  A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced on Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Church member Warren Chancey listens as former President Jimmy Carter teaches during Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced on Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Former President Jimmy Carter teaches during Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Former President Jimmy Carter, right, sits with his wife, Rosalynn, as they wait to pose for photos with guests at Maranatha Baptist Church, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced on Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

A church member cleans up the sanctuary after former President Jimmy Carter taught Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced on Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

A man leaves after hearing former President Jimmy Carter teach Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced on Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Former President Jimmy Carter walks with his wife Rosalynn after teaching Sunday School class at Maranatha Baptist Church Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

People visit the old Plains High School where former President Jimmy Carter attended, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Plains, Ga. A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

A view of downtown Plains, Ga., Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015.  A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

A woman walks through downtown Plains, Ga., Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015.  A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

A man walks through former President Jimmy Carters' campaign headquarters in downtown Plains, Ga., Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015.  A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

A man walks through former President Jimmy Carters' campaign headquarters in downtown Plains, Ga., Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015.  A recent MRI showing no cancer on Jimmy Carter's brain is "very positive" news for the former president but will not end his medical treatment, doctors said. Carter, 91, announced Dec. 6 that doctors found no evidence of the four lesions discovered on his brain this summer and no signs of new cancer growth. (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Donald Trump Campaign - On Assignment For The Associated Press

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Macon Centreplex, Monday, Nov. 30, 2015, in Macon, Ga.  (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

A man, silhouetted against an American flag, hands out tickets to people to see Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speak at a campaign rally, Monday, Nov. 30, 2015 at the Macon Centreplex in Macon, Ga.  (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

People hold up signs as Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump walks on stage during a campaign rally at the Macon Centreplex, Monday, Nov. 30, 2015, in Macon, Ga.  (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Former Macon Mayor C. Jack Ellis protests outside of the Macon Centreplex in Macon, Ga. where Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is set to hold a campaign rally.  (Ap Photo/Branden Camp)

A man is silhouetted against the sky, Monday, Nov. 30, 2015 at the Macon Centreplex in Macon, Ga. where Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is set to hold a campaign rally .  (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Macon Centreplex, Monday, Nov. 30, 2015, in Macon, Ga.  (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Election pins of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump sit on display before a campaign rally, Monday, Nov. 30, 2015 at the Macon Centreplex in Macon, Ga.  (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump signs autographs after speaking at a campaign rally, Monday, Nov. 30, 2015 at the Macon Centreplex in Macon, Ga.  (AP Photo/Branden Camp)

On Assignment for Boston Globe

With the presidential election drawing closer, more and more assignments are focused around presidential candidates and campaign rallies.  

The Boston Globe asked me to go to Ellijay, Ga. to photograph Ted Cruz supporter Joe McCutchen.  I ended up spending the whole day following McCutchen around town.  McCutchen believes Cruz will win the Republican nomination through talk radio as well as small business owners coming together to promote Cruz.  After spending the day around town, we ended the day with a quick portrait session at his home.  Here are the photos from my assignment.

Joe McCutchen, supporter of Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, poses for a portrait at his home, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in Ellijay, Ga. BRANDEN CAMP FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

Joe McCutchen is reflected in the window of a local business that is promoting Republican presidential candidate Tex Cruz, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in Ellijay, Ga. 

Joe McCutchen carries an election sign promoting Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in Ellijay, Ga. BRANDEN CAMP FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

Joe McCutchen, supporter of Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, is reflected in a mirror while visiting City Barber Shop in downtown Ellijay, Ga., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015.  BRANDEN CAMP FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

Joe McCutchen, supporter of Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, laughs with his barber Marcelle Lowry at City Barber Shop, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in Ellijay, Ga. BRANDEN CAMP FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

A man reads a newspaper while he waits to get his hair cut at the City Barber Shop in downtown Ellijay, Ga. BRANDEN CAMP FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

Joe McCutchen, supporter of Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz, shouts "Cruz for President" after eating lunch at Poole's BBQ, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, in Ellijay, Ga.  McCutchen and other supporters hope to host a visit from Ted Cruz at Poole's BBQ in early 2016. BRANDEN CAMP FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

A look back at Veterans Day 2015

Nov. 11, 2015 - Marietta, Ga, U.S - A woman walks through Marietta National Cemetery on Veterans Day. (Credit Image: © Branden Camp via ZUMA Wire)

Nov. 11, 2015 - Marietta, Ga, U.S - GEORGE ESSAFF holds a flag during a Veterans Day parade. (Credit Image: © Branden Camp via ZUMA Wire)

Nov. 11, 2015 - Marietta, Ga, U.S - DAVID THOMAS, a Vietnam War Army veteran, salutes during a parade on Veterans Day. Thomas deployed to Vietnam from 1970-71. (Credit Image: © Branden Camp via ZUMA Wire)

Nov. 11, 2015 - Powder Springs, Ga, U.S - A photo of Vietnam War Army veteran DAVID THOMAS, bottom right, is displayed in a photo album along with other photos that were taken in Vietnam. Thomas deployed to Vietnam from 1970-71. (Credit Image: © Branden Camp via ZUMA Wire)

Nov. 11, 2015 - Marietta, Ga, U.S - JACK PORTER, 74, visits the grave of his brother who was killed in action while serving in Vietnam. (Credit Image: © Branden Camp via ZUMA Wire)

Hillary Campaigns in Atlanta

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton spoke at Clark Atlanta University during an ''African Americans for Hillary'' grassroots event in Atlanta on Friday.  Hundreds showed up early in hopes of hearing the presidential hopeful speak.

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Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton speaks at Clark Atlanta University during an "African Americans for Hillary" grassroots event in Atlanta, Friday, Oct. 30, 2015.  Members of "Black Lives Matter" interrupted Clinton during her speech and were eventually removed. (Photo by Branden Camp)

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Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton approaches the podium at Clark Atlanta University during an "African Americans for Hillary" grassroots event in Atlanta. (Photo by Branden Camp)

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Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton speaks at Clark Atlanta University during an "African Americans for Hillary" grassroots event in Atlanta, Friday, Oct. 30, 2015.  (Photo by Branden Camp)

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A police officer holds people back as they line up to see Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton speak at an "African Americans for Hillary" grassroots event at Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, Friday, Oct. 30, 2015.  (Photo by Branden Camp)

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As the time drew closer for Clinton to speak, crowds began to grow impatient. Officers had to hold the crowds back.  Students and members of the public waited for as long as four hours to see Clinton speak at Clark Atlanta University.  (Photo by Branden Camp)