In the Operating Room with Dr. Jacob Bloom
As a photographer in Chicago, I usually focus on capturing the city’s incredible architecture. I typically point my camera at the stunning buildings that make the city unique. And for as long as I’ve been a photographer, I convinced myself…
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JRTC Redevelopment for Google
Now that the JRTC redevelopment has officially launched, I’m excited to share that I’ll periodically document the project’s progress for Google. Here’s one last look at the JRTC before it was formally decommissioned late last year. Stay tuned for more…
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Aurora Borealis over Illinois
I’m still in shock we saw the aurora borealis early on Saturday morning (May 11). Between off-the-charts forecasts for a massive geomagnetic storm, and incredible photos coming out of Europe, we didn’t want to miss a chance to see the…
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CTARPM Progress | Ardmore Roderick
I recently stopped by the CTARPM project to document the progress for my friends at Ardmore Roderick. The goal was to capture some photos – drone and conventional – of the new L tracks and flyover near the Belmont station along…
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Exclusive prints at the Chicago Architecture Center Design Store
For years people have asked where they could buy prints of my photos. And for over a decade the answer was always the same: “nowhere, except through me.” That’s why I’m so excited to announce that I’m finally selling prints…
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2024 Desktop Calendar
It’s that time of the year again! Here’s a rundown of all the photos in my 2024 desktop calendar…which is now available in my Etsy store! ___________________ JANUARY: The El Niño weather pattern predicted for this winter may bring warmer,…
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Terminal 5: O’Hare’s newest extension
The new extension of Terminal 5 is O’Hare Airport’s latest effort to modernize one of the world’s busiest airports. In 2019 the project officially broke ground and was built by Austin Power Partners; a joint venture between Austin Commercial, Power…
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Johnson College Prep | OKW Architects
My friends at OKW Architects commissioned me to photograph the recently renovated Johnson College Prep in Englewood – part of the Noble Charter Schools network. Designed by OKW and built by UJAMAA Construction, the updates to the school include a…
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Chicago Architecture Center Industry Council Cruise
The Chicago Architecture Center invited me and Amy to tag along on their Industry Council River Cruise on June 20th. Not only did we enjoy a picturesque evening on the river (isn’t it always?), but we were treated to behind-the-scenes…
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Willis Tower: Views from the 90th floor rooftop
To help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Willis Tower, the Skydeck team invited me and a few other photographers (like Mike Meyers and Barry Butler) onto the 90th level roof to take in the views. The evening started off cloudy…
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