sometimes my thumb gets in the way and that’s okay: one-time use photo reel #2
My second drug store camera diary came back with memories of shoots, gardens, and friends. The last snap brings us into the beginning of summer. Good vibrations ahead. (photos taken in Marfa, TX. Brooklyn, NY. New York, NY. Bennington, VT.)
too many kids finding rain in the dust: one-time use photo reel #1
I’ve always loved those stupid little one-time use cameras you get at the drug store. By the time I develop it, I have forgotten what’s on the roll entirely. A fun little short-term time capsule comes out in the prints. Behold some moments of my life and interesting things from the past few months. I … Read more
going nowhere going nowhere going nowhere: sea punk 4ever
This shoot will probably go down as one of the raddest days at the beach ever. Photographer Angelina Hobbs and I picked up my boy Sam Sorrels for a shoot at the beach. The day began with a threat of rain, starting us out with a perfectly dark mood. We owned the beach and its … Read more
brooklyn, we go hard: d’emploi
I visited Kyle Mosholder at his studio in Greenpoint a few days ago. Kyle is owner, designer, and creative director extraordinaire for his label D’emploi. I met Kyle over the summer while perusing the Renegade Craft Fair in McCarren Park. I was really enthused about his stuff and we hit it off. I knew I … Read more
i’ve been working on a piece that speaks of sex and desperation: art in the house.
“Sonic Youth Goo Cover” sumi ink on canvas “Untitled” Haley Balcanoff acrylic on canvas “Door” Collage An open collaborative event between Drew Van Diest, James Bedell, and guests in our house. Steinbeck Deck acrylic and pen on skate deck Based on a 1973 edition cover of John Steinbeck’s Tortilla Flat. The book and this image … Read more
I do not care for the winter sun: a fashion story
Shot on location in the historic Coventry Village District of Cleveland Heights, Ohio
If I could see all my friends tonight: Night Regulation music video
One thing I’ve always wanted to do with Canned Youth is showcase the work of my friends. Our generation may have been stuck with some lame label like the “Me” generation, but I know for a fact that we’ve got more talent than that inspires. My friends are amazing writers, film makers, photographers, artists, … Read more
