8/100 - 100 Strangers project

This is Steven. He was standing in an alley off of a tourist area surrounded by packed up instruments, including a stand-up bass. It was unusual enough, and also because I also play the stand-up bass that I had to ask what on earth he was up to. Steven is with a Bluegrass band called Spongecake and they were heading out of town for a gig.

We chatted a bit about music, Bluegrass, and the music industry. Steven is from North Carolina and the band is out on tour but they try to play Denver often. He said next time they're in town he's going to let me know, and maybe have me come take some photos of the band performing. I hope that happens!

He was totally agreeable about having his picture taken though we couldn't leave the instruments for a better photo location. They are piled up against a wall immediately to his right.

Steven has a very quick and engaging smile. We took a few different shots, a few more serious and reflective, but I think this one captures the genuine friendliness I experienced from him that day.

 

This picture is #8 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page

 

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