First off the title of this blog is words from an exceptional Detroiter that passed away in July of 2011. David Blair was extremely influential to all that I do. I wanted to honor him by using his words in a place that would constantly remind me of the effect he had on me and so many others. If you didn’t know him please go here and see what you missed: http://seriousartists.com/honor/
This page will begin to reflect my dedication to present the exceptional individuals in “Detroit”. I’ve started this project featuring people I know and believe in, with the hope it will lead me to others I don’t yet know or know about. This adventure was conceived over two years ago when I was looking at my first subject’s shoes. The procrastination has finally come to an end and starting Tuesday I will be featuring a new individual every week(hopefully more often)! As with any project I’m hoping it will continue to develop and grow into something unexpected. During the last decade I’ve gotten to know a variety of exceptional individuals doing incredible things and making the city a better place.
I believe exceptional people come about when they discover what they were truly meant to do. This project is about people I know whom I believe have made that discovery. These are the people I feel compelled to photograph as I see them.
***I’m sure you’re all wondering why Detroit is in quotes up there and that’s due to my belief that Detroit encompasses all of southeast Michigan. That means some individuals that I will feature may not live or work in the city proper, but I still feel that they are integral to what’s happening in Detroit.***
