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Nashville Streets and The Money Man
The Money Man
Pretty great weekend to get out and shoot street with a long lens. Covid is still doing it’s job so I figured I’d try my hand at street with the Canon R5 and RF 70-200. It was definitely an odd feel from what I’m used to with the Leica M7 and 35mm Summarit. Regardless it was sunny and great to be out.
Ok, so this guy… I’m posted up on a corner on Broadway and before I got comfortably I say Joe Greer pop up looking for the shot (bottom of the post), well in all honesty I noticed his Lecia M6 first then looked up to see it was Joe. If you don’t know much about Joe Greer and want to see some great work, you can do so now. After a little introduction and chit chat, ALL this money was thrown into the air by who I’m referring to as “The Money Man”. No explanation as to why or for what reason other than he wanted to see people scrambling to pick up $1 bills in the street. Joe and myself ran out to capture it. Fun fact… 70-200mm is not 35mm... I forgot for a second and got up and close to capture what was going down then immediately backup to get a few frames of Joe in the middle of the action. It was a great experience and fun to connect with another photographer that gets it.
Joe Greer / Leica M6 / Leica 28mm
Joe Greer / Leica M6 / Leica 28mm
Matt Pittman / Nashville, TN / Canon R5 / Canon RF 70-200mm
Portraits on Ilford HP5 using Paul C. Buff Lighting
Portrait session at Gold Sprint Coffee, reconnecting with our community.
Matt Pittman / Portraits / Ilford HP5 / Paul C. Buff / Leica M7 / Leica 90mm / Leica 35mm / Huntsville, AL
All Hail Olympus XA
All Hail Olympus XA
I mean… I’m not saying the Olympus XA will fulfill all of your wants in a camera… but for those that crave that pocket rangefinder goodness… this little sucker is one hell of a fun one to use.
I did find that the metering left me scratching my head a bit. I absolutely love the results but some shots fell flat vs. others that had much more depth. Either way the Olympus XA is an absolute blast to shoot and one you should definitely look into if you don’t have one already. I’ve been treating it as my goto for throw and go shots. Here are some examples using Kodak Portra 160 throughout North Alabama.
Matt Pittman / Huntsville, Alabama / Olympus XA / Olympus A11 / Kodak Portra 160
Breaking Out of Quarantine with the Olympus XA
Amen for Having Fun
Olympus XA with A11 Flash / expired Kodak Max 400
Amen and thank you for great cameras like the Olympus XA. I’ve seen these every since I’ve known photography but never wanted to pounce on one until yesterday. Local shop (Southerland’s Photo) had one that was immaculate and I jumped on it immediately. Pal and fellow photographer Jacob Tillman runs the gram for Southerland’s. As soon as I saw this up for sale it was an immediate purchase. Come to find out, the camera actually belonged to the shops BW film developer, Jim, who I’ve had the pleasure chatting with quite a bit over the years.
I don’t know about you, but I needed this fun little aperture priority rangefinder to get me out of this Covid-19 quarantine funk. As soon as I got home I used some expired Kodak Max 400 my pal Kyle Steed mailed me in a care package months ago. I’m absolutely in love and have the Olympus XA currently loaded up with Kodak Portra 160 (also from Kyle, much love my brotha) and will shoot through that in no time.
I hope all of you are doing well and keeping the insanity at bay. I encourage you to pick up a fun camera, grab a few friends and go see what you can see.
Here are the results from my test roll. I hope you enjoy.
Matt Pittman / Olympus XA / Kodak Max / Expired Film / Huntsville, Alabama
Victoria Jones: Artist Feature
One Light. One Roll of Film. One Singer/Songwriter.
Victoria Jones on Kodak Portra 400
I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Victoria over the last couple years. Her presence can not go unnoticed and I’m thankful to call her a friend.
Victoria reached out to focus on an analog vibe for some upcoming cover art needs. I obviously jumped to the opportunity to hone in this vibe using one light, Leica M7, Leica 90mm Summicron, and a roll of Kodak Portra 400.
I hope you’ll go check out Victoria’s work and stay tuned for her upcoming releases.
Victoria Jones on Kodak Portra 400
Matt Pittman / Victoria Jones / Kodak Portra 400 / Lecia M7 / Huntsville, AL
This is Violet
A Moment with Violet
Violet on Kodak Portra 400
It’s been a tough season in life all around. Violet and I connected in that moment and this is the outcome. I hope you enjoy.
“He looked at me from behind a Leica’s mechanical eye
Green windows soulfilled bright like a torch.
He said to let it slide off
Like some old leftover mud
Like the skin of a reborn snake
He said to let it slide off
So when I began to ponder it all
I covered my head
With the arm of this furry black coat sheathing my back
Like a wound
Like a scab tumble
My right eye peered through the created tunnel
And I slumped into a red bike rack
My eyes closed in numb looseness because
All of it was heavy
And shedding does not come without due travail
So it took a moment
But it came off.
It did not fall like a dying ember
Or a crashing China cup
It began to sluice like black strap molasses
Or the colors in a near forgotten memory
It took a moment
But when I heard the shutter click
once
twice
again
then a fourth
I look up.
Warmth is spreading over me.
A first breath of consciousness after a good dream.
I meet his eyes, my artist friend.
And like an encounter with that prophet, Jesus. -When truth becomes a word with a capital letter-
We stare in disbelief and tangible joy,
For we both hear the same unintelligible words which are only known by those who have experienced this shedding.
He smiles and says
“That’s the one.”
But I am too full to say anything
As I stare at the grime covered suit that lay by my feet.
It is the shell of wars passed, the proof of bravery, the proof of growth.
And now that it melts into the cement,
victory is all that will remain.
I sit on that old red bike rack
In the November light
And I am new to the world in the distinct way
Of ends and beginnings
Of death and rebirth
And life unto life.” - Violet
Aaryn Lee: Artist Feature
Mixed Media with Aaryn Lee
Recently I’ve been requested by more artists for portraiture. Not all of the time, but more often than not, if an artist approaches me for a project, it’s a guaranteed yes.
Aaryn Lee is one of those artists.
Art is such an intimate thing. I want to say true art is intimate, expressing your inner most thoughts, but what does that even mean? Who defines that? I would argue that no one can, but that might also be too far of a statement.
What I do know is that Aaryn’s work resonates with me. “Her work tends to be organic in structure, somber in mood, and touched with the muted overcast tones from her hometown of Portland, Oregon” from Aaryn’s site.
Exploring her work could not have come at a better time as we transition into this darker season of the year. Viewing her pieces brings a sense of depth and understanding that I enjoy.
These are two photographs from the project. They were shot with a Leica M7 / Leica 90mm Summicron on Ilford PanF 50 35mm film, using Paul C. Buff lighting.
I would encourage you to go check out Aaryn’s instagram for some new upcoming work. I hope you enjoy.
Portraits with Tiffen Black Pro Mist Filter
Tiffen Black Pro Mist… get one.
I’ve recently been working video projects, which is very foreign to me, but an exciting challenge at the same time. In that pursuit I’ve run across Tiffen Black Pro Mist filter’s. They’re absolutely dreamy to work with for both motion pictures and stills.
Tiffen Black Pro Mist filter is no new tool for the videography community but it might be for the photography community, it was for me. I personally like the Black Pro Mist 1 vs. the 1/4 or 1/2. I like the feel it gives and coming from primarily film photography it’s a nice change of pace from the digital photo experiences I’ve had in the past. One thing I’ll have to change in camera for next round is my contrast levels. Many digital shooters put way too much contrast and saturation on their photographs for my liking. Maybe you feel the same or maybe you’ve never desaturated or lowered your contrast, if not I recommend that you give it a try.
This is a photoset with model Lauren Cantrell using a Canon 5D Mark IV / 50mm 1.2 / Tiffen Black Pro Mist 1.
Matt Pittman / Portrait Photography / Huntsville, Alabama
Alabama The Beautiful: Fort Morgan, Alabama
Eyes Open. Camera Ready.
I tend to stick to the northern part of Alabama due to my location in Huntsville but this Labor Day weekend me and the family head south to Fort Morgan, Alabama for a little beach get away, and that it was.
I don’t think I’ve ever spent time on Alabama’s beaches. I’d heard of Mobile and Orange beach but Fort Morgan was always left off of my radar. Most of the time we’d head to Seaside, Florida to enjoy some surf and sun. Not this round.
Little did I know that Fort Morgan had an amazing state historical museum preserving the fort and telling its stories as far back as 1834. Being at the beach also gave me the inspiration to bring out my Tiffen Red #25 filter to better capture the clouds on Ilford HP5.
This trip I was looking for something more unique than sunsets and waves. Fort Morgan offered the uniqueness I was looking for as well as it’s close neighbor Orange Beach, Alabama. I used Fort Morgan’s scene for more historical type frames while Orange Beach presented more of a street type feel that I enjoyed exploring. I did not have enough time to truly dive into the depths of what either location had to offer but I did get away with a few frames I’m really into. I hope you are as well.
Fort Morgan, Alabama
Orange Beach, Alabama
Matt Pittman / Fort Morgan, Alabama / Orange Beach, Alabama / Tiffen Filter Red #25 / Ilford HP5 / Leica M7
Vegan Women of Huntsville, Alabama
Let it be known. It is time.
I had the pleasure of randomly coming across a group of vegan bloggers visiting Honest Coffee Roasters in Huntsville, Alabama. They were being hosted to support Honest’s new dedicated vegan menu crafted by Hippea Camper. I was nabbing coffee in prep for a photoshoot and had a few frames left on a roll of Ilford HP5 so I decided to ask if the group would be willing to have their photo taken. Turns out they were down! But more importantly… VEGAN BLOGGERS! I mean… Alabama wouldn’t be on the map for the most vegan friendly states in the nation and I eat vegan as much as I can think about it, but that’s just it! It’s difficult to come across in our normal day to day here in the Southeast. Discovering a group of dedicated vegan bloggers in Huntsville was shocking to me and super exciting to find out. Folks like HIppea Camper have taken our vegan food game to the next level and I couldn’t be more excited about it. I also love that local coffee shops like Honest Coffee has picked up a dedicated menu for their vegan community.
It’s time to think outside the beef for multiple significant reasons.
Below are the results using a Leica M7, Leica 90mm Summicron lens and Ilford HP5.
Matt Pittman / Vegan / Huntsville, Alabama / Leica M7 / Portrait / Ilford HP5
Portraits: Trust Your Instincts
Trust your instincts and act on them.
Portraits are a funny thing. They’re deep, simple and complicated. It’s a paradox that I love.
The client above was what I call a unicorn client. They’ve followed my work for some time, love what I do and was open to what I saw fit for a portrait session; whether it be analog or digital. I chose to shoot both but ended up waisting my time with the digital part of the session. The digital photos turned out very good, but not great, in my opinion. When I developed the film I fell instantly in love. This isn’t an exaggeration to make a point. It’s the truth about what I connect with most. This is important to pay attention to as a photographer. If I’m not one hundred precent into the shots then I’m not doing my job or creating the artwork I should be creating.
Now, there is a fine line between art and business in this photo game. Too much business minded shenanigans and you’ll lose site of being an artist and vice versa. This is a balance I don’t have in hand well, but something I keep in mind constantly, looking for opportunities to exercise that balance with each client I work with. This isn’t a fast road to what I define as success but a road that is long traveled and rightfully so. Nothing good comes easy and easy growth has easy death from my experience.
With that said, trust your instincts and act on them. Those small nudges are telling a big story on who you are as an artist. Listen to them and look for opportunities to grow your creative insight. Unfortunately no one can tell you what that looks like other than you. My only advice is to let go of control and let what happens happen.
If you’re interested in a portrait session with me, please shoot me an email and let’s chat. You can also reach me on Instagram.
Matt Pittman / Ilford HP5 / Leica M7 / Paul C. Buff / Portraits / Huntsville, Alabama
74 Miles In NYC
This is round 5 exploring New York City but the first time I’ve been this passionate about street photography and film at the same time.
I brought 15 rolls with me and prepared to click through it all. Little did I know that in my process I’ve become particular yet accepting. Not restricting myself from taking photos but waiting for a moment I find interesting. This presented an interesting challenge in NYC. Life moves exceedingly fast there and each frame is unique in and of itself. Unlike moments I find in the southeast where I have time to capture several frames of the same subject, NYC is a one and done type of environment. Because of this I became more aware of each moment as I walked the streets. Being present at all times took me away from the fact that I had walked an average of 15 miles a day over 5 days.
6 rolls of film. That’s all that I exposed over all those miles walked. One of the rolls was dedicated to a skate session I came across and decided to post up through the entire roll (favorite shot from that below). What I found is that in the speed of the city I had to become sharper than I’d even been before. Once the moment presented itself I had to be ready to capture it. I could walk for miles and see nothing that sparked in me and then turn a corner to shoot 10 frames of uniquely different ideas. I was in love, and exhausted each day. Fortunately New York has the best food on the planet. It was easy to refuel and head back out to concur the city the way I saw fit.
Below you’ll see 6 of 120 photos from my recent publication “74 Miles In NYC”, a 64 page publication documenting NYC over 5 days in both Kodak Portra 400 & Ilford HP5. If you’d like, you can order a copy here. Thank you for following along.
Matt Pittman / Kodak Portra 400 / Ilford HP5 / Leica M7 / Street Photography / New York City
Ilford HP5 / One Roll | 5 Stories
Sometimes You Have to Pull It In
I’ve spent a lot of time pushing Ilford HP5 to 800 / 1600 but decided to slow down for this roll. Couldn’t be happier with the results developed in Ilfotec HC. Moral of the story… HP5 is the most versatile BW film I’ve ever used.
I hope you enjoy these five simple stories all captured on one roll of Ilford HP5 400 pulled to 200.
THE BLOND
I’ve worked with Chloe for the last year and have really enjoyed her style and presence in front of the lens. She’s fearless and brings a lot of energy to any environment.
FRANKY VANDAM HALEM HOPKINS
This is Franky.
I was driving into work early one day and decided to stop and get a bagel and coffee. I roll up to one of my favorite local coffee shops and question if it’s worth grabbing my camera for this quick in and out coffee grab. Normally I never ponder the question but it was early and I didn’t think the five minutes I would be in the street would add up to an image. With that said, I’m sitting quietly staring at my bag then say out loud “you never know”, then nab the M7.
As I walk up I see this seemingly well put together man in front of the shop. “You wanna take my picture” he says as I’m getting closer. I respond “well yes I do”. At this point I knew something was off but welcomed the easy street portrait win.
Turns out, Mr. Franky is “wanted by the CIA, FBI, Russian Mafia, KGB, and President Trump. They framed me and my friends and family are trying to kill me for my money. I’m a world famous songwriter and producer, can’t you tell by the way I’m dressed”. Franky went on to ask if I was going to put this in the paper. I informed him that I’m not with the paper but I’ll do my best to pass the message along. After Franky went on about the same subject for the next ten minutes while I waited for the coffee shop to open, he pinged me about 4 more times asking if I was with the paper and was I going to put this into the paper. Eventually I just told him I would put this in the paper. Then we fist bumped, the doors to the coffee shop open, and I go about my day.
THE BRUNETTE
I’ve worked with Lauren for the past 3 years and have always been able to capture her in a way that brings out her depth. Not sure why this is the general tone we create together but I always know we’re going to get something good when our schedules align.
THE HOOP
I love beat down basketball hoops in places they shouldn’t be. This is one of those examples.
THE MOTO
There are days where it just makes sense to roll around and see what timeless scenes I can find. Pairing an old vehicle with old architecture will always demand a photograph. I also had a really good time exercising my metering skills in the sun to ensure a couple of the shots didn’t’ turn to silhouettes.
Matt Pittman / Leica M7 / Ilford HP5 / Huntsville, AL
Ed Templeton by Lola & Pani
“It’s a love hate relationship”
Ed Templeton / Lola & Pani / Photography / Art
Global Reanimation || Short Story: Part 1
Everlasting life… at a cost too high.
In 1995 a global outbreak of a flesh eating virus broke out. No one was able to pinpoint what or who was responsible but the rumor is that when the CDC hosted a summit with humanities brightest scientific minds to create the next step in human evolution they created what was thought to be the solution to life’s biggest issue… death.
In this scientific R&D the CDC ended up creating a serum that would be the beginning of the end of the world. They did solve the problem to ultimate death, but the cost was not worth the “reward”. In exchange for everlasting life you had to die and then be reanimated by this serum which would take effect within seconds. Once reanimated you were you, but your body did not work biologically the same as it had in your first life; the mind and CNS stayed in tact while the body continued to decay without pain or suffering.
At the time the world’s society celebrated! We were all aligned politically, world hunger was no longer an issue, healthcare was not needed anymore, there was no more deforestation do to no demand for animal byproducts, and many more globally positive actions took place. There were no nations any-longer, just a one world economy that took life on earth to a beautiful place for years until…..
In 1995 it was reported a small village in South Africa cannibalized each other to the point where the CDC found people slowly eating themselves when all else was gone. They found many people with only shoulders and head still animated grinding their teeth for other human flesh to naw on, no matter if it was even their own.
This was kept quiet for about 6 months until another outbreak hit in Morocco. More public now, the news picked up on this and engaged with the Prime Minister of the United World, Prime Minister Murray. PM Murray immediately responded publicly, being he had been aware of the first outbreak, and made a public statement. “We are aware of this tragedy and giving it our most immediate attention. What has happened in Morocco is horrifically tragic. We have eternal life and through the power of the United World. We will prevail!”
No one could truly explain what was happening. We had lived without illness or death for 10 year. A sense of panic was slow creeping around the globe. For the first time in a decade the world community had fear of death in the most horrible way.
To be continued…
P.S. Depicted here is one of the factories used by the CDC in the 1980’s to develop their life reanimation serum. I don’t know how I’ve resisted “the turn” but I know I have to document as long as I can before it takes me as well.
Don't Get Taken Advantage Of
Stand Your Ground. It’s More Valuable In the Long Run.
Photograph by Kent Meister
Whelp… I thought I had this bid negotiation thing down and only had experience, to this point, working with people that were ignorant to the value of photography so I let things go; in the hope there would be educational value with potential clients on what quality photography costs to set me up for larger future projects. Turns out I either know nothing about bids & negotiation or I just haven’t met the right project yet or I’m not a good enough photographer. I believe a little bit of all three have a sense of truth behind them but let’s stick to the facts and not dwell on the “what if’s”.
Fact 1: I’m a bad ass photographer and I take bad ass photographs. In that I’m more grounded than in any other element of this creative game. I’m not what I say I am because of how you perceive me, I am because of what I know about myself. There’s long lived intrinsic value in that which pierces even the biggest let downs. IF you don’t have that… search to find it and don’t stop until you do.
Fact 2: I have a good idea on the value of my photography. I find that fair value then push it a bit to leave room for negotiation. Turns out… no one knows how to negotiate from local mom & pop shops to top end PR firms in Beverly Hills. So, be prepared to demand negotiation when a potential client respond with “thanks but we’re going to move a different direction.” Every time this has happened I respond with, “Ok, what is more inline with your budget?” Low and behold… they give a number they can work with!! So odd, but know that going into it.
Fact 3: I have met the right project for me, but not the right project for the potential client. Don’t let this get you down. Be sound in your foundation (via Fact 1) and know it’s just not the right time. Keep pushing and eventually the right relationship will form for both you and the client.
Story Time:
Back in January I pursued a personal project to shoot 35mm headshots of Nate Bargatze. It turned out great! So much so that he’s used the shots on all of his social channels AND his PR firm (based in Beverly Hills, CA) reached out to license them for his upcoming tour that could last up to two years. The photographs would be used for digital / social marketing, possible press use, and event posters; essentially editorial use. I’m totally good with that and give a quote of $2,000 with and exclusive license for 2 years. Keep in mind this quote was given after a phone conversation expressing this number and left the call with a negotiable green light. The conversation went like this from there:
PR: Unfortunately that is out of our budget. We are going to move in another direction.
Me: I completely understand. What number is more inline with your budget? I’m flexible.
PR: To be transparent - Our budget is $550 to be able to use it in perpetuity. This is in line with the usual costs.
Me: Thank you for your transparency. If that’s your top end, let's go with it. Like I said, I’d love to build a longer relationship with you and I’d be happy to be a small part of his tour’s success.
PR: Great thank you. We will draft up paperwork.
Alright… definitely got low balled but my Kodak Ektachrome portrait of Nate captured with my Leica M7 would be used for his tour poster… pretty freaking rad (big personal win) AND I have a fun connection that could actually lead to more work that is inline with my goals.
A day passes
Lawyers sent paperwork over:
Assignment of All Rights. Assignor hereby irrevocably grants, sells and assigns to Assignee all right, title and interest (including, without limitation, all worldwide copyrights and all other incidental, subsidiary, allied and ancillary rights) in and to the Property throughout the universe in perpetuity, including, without limitation, any works based upon, derived from, or incorporating the Property or any element thereof, and in and to all income, royalties, and payments now or hereafter due or payable with respect thereto, without reservation. The Property may be exploited, or withheld or withdrawn from exploitation, as Assignee may determine, and may be exhibited in such manner, by such means and in such media as Assignee may determine.
Ok… incase you weren’t aware or understand everything above… this is what is called a “Buy Out” where you do not own the property (i.e. photograph) any longer and in order to use said property I would have to request permission and give reference to my own work. None of this is alarming if this was the intended use of the property, but it wasn’t. AND… no where in the contract was it stated on the intended use of the image. According to this contract my photograph, once this contract is signed, could be used for ANYTHING his PR Firm or Nate wanted. For example: book, dvd, merchandise sales, etc. I was ok with the firm using the image forever, but only under the stated means they intended to use it as long as I retained my creative rights.
My response to the lawyers:
The conversation I had with NAME was for the photograph to have an exclusive license for up to two years and I would retain copyright, not a transfer of rights. Once that has been changed I’ll be happy to sign and return.
PR Firm Response to me:
Our legal team mentioned some confusion on the terms -
We need to be able to use the artwork in perpetuity otherwise we cannot use it for the short period. If we only are granted rights for two years we won’t be able to remove all the times we’ve used the artwork in the past online and be liable. (Editors Note: Pretty weak argument, but ok.)
Let me know if you’re able to sign the paperwork as is.
Me:
Understood, exclusive rights in perpetuity is fine, but we didn’t discuss releasing the assignment of all rights.
Also, nowhere in the contract does it state the intended use of the photograph. We discussed digital / social marketing, possible press use, and event posters.
If we can change the contract to reflect exclusive rights vs. assignment of all rights and state the photographs intended use I’d be fine with it.
PR:
Radio silence even after a second ping.
Now… how would you think I feel at this point? I got low balled on the photo. The contract didn’t reflect what was discussed. The PR firm is giving me the cold shoulder…
I feel proud! This wasn’t a loss, this was me exercising my knowledge and value to a very large PR firm. I approached this fairly and received a very unfair response. Now… I can’t blame them at all. It’s their business to get the most for the least… I get that, but I’m not one to roll over on my values and who I am. Would it have been absolutely amazing for my photograph to be used for Nate’s tour… yes. Would that be worth selling out for a very small paycheck to do so? NO.
All in all I love exercises like this. As I grow and projects come and go, I need experiences like this to know where to give and take. $2,000 for exclusive rights FOREVER is one hundred percent fair for a Comedian/PR firm of this size. If I’m wrong in that then I know nothing about my value.
I hope this story helps you in some way. Thanks for reading along.
More Honest Portraits Please
“and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
I shoot a lot of photos. Some digital (primarily for content marketing purposes), but more so on film. Some think of film photography and development as complicated or even defunct, but I would argue it most definitely is neither. If you compare the time it takes to purchase a digital camera, learn how to manage RAW files, then find your editing style; I could argue that that is more complicated and costly. More importantly, film photography is still extremely relevant as a personal and professional medium to tell your story.
Ok, now that that’s out of the way, why film?
Film is real and transparent. It’s honest in a world of skin smoothing, digital makeup and body modification to make a person into something they think they need to be vs. the beautiful self that they are. In a world that is constantly promoting the unreal, I find film to be the best medium to tell the truth about a person. Please don’t misunderstand me, honest portraits happen everyday with digital photography, I just like when people view my portraits they know immediately this is real, and that fills my create need.
Some of the portraits below were directed and some were at random in the streets, ice cream parlors, record shops and coffee spots throughout the Southeast. I hope you enjoy.
Matt Pittman / Portrait Photography / Ilford HP5 / Kodak Portra 400 / Street Photography / Leica M7
Crunkleton Associates Document of 106 Jefferson Curio Collection by Hilton | Part 2
Progress
Matt Pittman / Huntsville, AL / Crunkleton Associates / 106 Jefferson Curio Collection by Hilton / Leica M7 / Ilford HP5
There it is. It’s flat. Nothing but rubble and foundation to be prepped for rebuild.
I feel personally connected to this downtown renovation. It’s odd really. Maybe because I grew up wishing Huntsville would take action to reshape itself into the respectable city it could be outside of rocket science. I did nothing to help create such a change in the city landscape. Maybe I feel obligated to give this the attention it deserves to show respect for those that have the means to bring new life into Huntsville. Regardless, this is the next layer in the process. All is pretty much cleaned up now and I should be able to start photographing the build in the next 30 days or so. Time to invest in a hardhat.
For more on this project and history behind why this is so great, head over to Part One of this Crunkleton Associates document of 106 Jefferson Curio Collection by Hilton. This entire project will be shot with a Leica M7 on Ilford HP5 with a few rolls of Kodak Portra 400 thrown in. All developed by myself to own the entire process of this creative document. I hope my passion translates well.
Matt Pittman / Huntsville, AL / Crunkleton Associates / 106 Jefferson Curio Collection by Hilton / Leica M7 / Ilford HP5 / Kodak Portra 400
Offbeat Coffee Studio / Huntsville, Alabama
New Places & Faces
I had the pleasure of visiting Offbeat Coffee Studio last week to show my support for the new coffee spot in town. I was in there for about 2 hours and don’t think I stopped talking once. In between the good conversations and great Onyx coffee, I was able to snap a few photos of the place.
If you’re in the North Alabama area… Offbeat Coffee Studio is a must stop spot.
Matt Pittman / Offbeat Coffee Studio / Huntsville, Alabama / Leica M7 / Ilford HP5