bikes+brutalism

5.21.23

I met up with my buddy Tyler today while he’s in town. We had a relaxed ride along the river, then I snapped some local brutalist architecture.

Hell yeah bikes, brother!

This particular greenway has sections of targeted grazing to help maintain the plant life around the paved trail. The natural way to mow!

“Warning: electric fence.”

Snapped the tunnel while rolling.

We rode passed the weird concrete walls along the greenway.

After we finished our ride, I couldn’t help but take some shots of the local brutalist office buildings.

Water reflection.

The outdated architecture reminds me of 70’s - 80’s sci-fi films.

Across the street was another fine specimen.

Love the staggered sections here.

I’m pretty happy with the captures I collected today. I also recommend hanging with friends and riding more bikes this summer, you wont regret it!

Camera used: Sony RX100m3 (custom b&w settings)

contrast friyay

5.19.23

Tested some high contrast monochrome settings on a grey day with Sony rx100m7.

My first delivery of the day was near a street filled with a bunch of broken down vehicles. Driving past them felt like a post-apocalyptic scene.

Don’t forget your space themed mattresses.

On my way back to the shop I passed this house. The ornate pattern of the black iron fence plays with your eyes a bit contrasting against the white car. This would definitely be a cool paint job!

Driveway bunny! He stuck around for a while, seemingly unphased.

After work I headed over to Midtown Printing to checkout some test prints for an upcoming photo zine. :) Stay tuned!

Street kitty patrolling the lot at Hartman Park before a bike ride.

Stopped on the bridge to snap this pic!

My fave hotel sign with a patriotic message.

Got a light?

I love this abandoned auto place I used to live next to. I admit I think of the candy every time I read it..

Today was a pretty overcast day, so monochrome shots felt like the move. I feel like these settings I’m testing are a bit underexposed at times, but I’m tweaking as I go. Thanks for checking it out.

Camera used: Sony RX100m7 (custom high contrast b&w settings)

bad smoothie

5.18.23

No work today so I decided to take to the downtown streets and shoot some monochrome.

First stop, the local carwash.

I parked at my usual spot and on a nearby fence there were some flowers blooming. Upon closer look, I see ants hanging out inside of them.

I make my way up Church st. on foot and I’m greeted by an old pup in a kart.

Smoke break scowler.

The never-ending construction site that is Nashville, TN.

Window washers washing windows.

Broadway never disappoints.

Man stands on his van.

A proper reaction to the smell of lower broad

I cant resist snapping my reflection through textures.

Pickup plants soaking up some sun. :)

Percy.

After drinking probably the worst smoothie I’ve ever had in my life, I stopped in the downtown library for some studying. I spent time with “The street philosophy of Garry Winogrand” (Not shown here but I highly recommend.)

Segway tours are still a thing I guess.

Snapped this guy through the straws on my way back to my car.

Overall a pretty decent couple hours of shooting. I’m a little bummed I couldn’t work today but I’m glad I made the most out of my free time.

Camera used: Sony RX100m3 (custom b&w mode)

newbars

5.17.23

Had a beautiful day outside today. Started my day later than usual because I slept in a bit, but there was an exciting package in the mail which definitely got me going once it arrived. New handlebar day ride and then photo adventures in other neighborhoods.

Bullmoose bars on the bomber! Super fun to ride with the oversized grips.

Rode around the greenway for a couple hours then rested at this secret spot before I headed out.

I noticed this chunk of broken windshield in the parking lot when I was packing up. I’m so curious what went down here!

I had a bunch of time to kill after my ride so I headed over to Madison to see if any photo opportunities popped up.

I have passed this building many times before. The outdated architecture and railing always intrigued me. The sun was at a nice angle for this quick snapshot.

I kept heading north and stopped at a local hispanic market. The large bass on a pole is so wonderful.

Lots of colorful piñatas inside the market.

While sitting in my car, a young grocery worker passed by hauling a case of topo chico on his back. Those glass bottles aren’t very light!

I headed further north into Hendersonville. Driving around a bit I passed near this abandoned putt-putt golf area with a wild looking mini castle near the fence.

The sun was going down so I headed towards the nearby lake. I noticed a cat walking around an apartment building on the way so I stopped to see if I could pet it! (I did not succeed.)

An unsettling secret message?

Just enough sunlight left to snap this happy mallard in the lake.

Pro tip: if you’re ever tired of your neighborhood, do not hesitate to explore neighboring towns. Be a tourist and have fun!

Camera used: Ricoh GRII (custom color recipe)

mondaze

5.15.23

Back to work and shooting monochrome. Delivering flowers by day, and mashing around by night.

First delivery was near Opry Mills mall. As I passed behind the movie theater, the contrast in textures and shapes of the walls interested me.

I pulled out of the parking lot and caught a glimpse of this watery area to my left. The water was covered in green algae and reminded me of a tiny Louisiana swamp.

I finished up my second delivery and outside of the building’s entrance there was a bizarre circle of tricycles all chained together. I wonder how often these actually get used, and if they really have a problem with them getting stolen?

Fiddler’s Inn

After work I met up with the homie Rory at his new record shop and creative space, Soulfolks. He was nice enough to let me hang some 8x10 prints up. Extra proud moment right here!

If you’re in the Nashville area, go check out the shop @ 115 E Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN and pick up some records, tapes, and prints!

These particular framed prints are $50ea.

I got the itch to hop on the bomber after dinner for a night ride.

Slow shutter tricks.

Rode down to the Cumberland just in time to see General Jackson creep under the pedestrian bridge.

I decided to take an alternate route home and noticed this black and white street kitty walking about. It stopped just long enough for me to snap a pic. :)

It’s been a long and fruitful day! My body is sore from the ride and I’m ready to pass out. Thanks for taking a look.

Camera used: Ricoh GR Digital 8.1mp (LR adjusted)