This is a brief excerpt from F-Stoppers
Shooting street photography is always a great way to find some interesting subjects. Not only do you usually achieve a compelling image but you tend to hear some enthralling stories as well. Jesse Rogers went out and shot these in such a way that gives you a sense of optimism for these characters. I know we’ve all seen B&W’s of homeless people and yes they are engaging and frequently depressing, but Jesse series seem tell the whole story and not just the somber side. Check out his website to view more of his work.I was able to talk to Jesse a little bit about the project and about his passion for photography.
FstoppersWhat gave you the idea for shooting this series?
Jesse RogersI think it mostly developed out of my inability to ignore someone who’s trying to talk to me. After being stopped by a few homeless men in Downtown Seattle and realizing how interesting their lives are, I thought, “I should grab a strobe and photograph some of these guys.”
FstoppersHow do most of your conversations normally go, and do you ever have anyone that gives you the cold shoulder?
Jesse RogersI usually …
By: Thomas Ingersoll
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