For two months I've committed sharing one instant photo a week in the form of an open edition. Each edition will last 1 week before closing. At the end of each month I will hold a raffle for holders. The winner will be able to pick a 1 of 1 from any of my collections.
I remember this image fondly. This was the second time I ever photographed someone nude. It's my friend Rob. Rob is undoubtedly my best friend. We've seen highs and lows over the years. You name it, we've probably experienced it together.
I think if I remember correctly, this image was taken in 2020. My wife and I were separated at the the time. I was living on an air mattress in our second bedroom. Things were not going well. This is the same room my wife cried in when she told me she wanted a divorce and I knew things weren't going to work out.
I don't know what it is about this photo, but its painful and joyful all at once. It's a picture of what it means to be human. As I write this, I'm a few years removed from this image, but its still special. And I know if anything, it's a reminder that it is possible to get through hard times. The sun always sets and rises. And, hope always comes even on the darkest of days.
If you've either collected or read this far, thank you.
