The Americans 2010 interim edit
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I always wanted to travel across the USA and document the country’s state and its people in our -tough- times. The summer of 2010 has been my projected date since New Year’s eve 2008 and I’m planning my trip as I write this blurb.
Chapter I
The experience of doing a road trip by car appealed to me at first, but I think of it as a very solitary experience and decided to put a different spin on my trip across the country. I will mostly utilize public transportation, namely the Amtrak and busses to meet people and interact with them; after all the human element is what makes my photographs speak to the viewer.
update:
1.) 90 days is not nearly enough time to achieve this task
2.) public transportation in America sucks, even though I’d consider a Greyhound pass the next time around
3.) Giving the project a name with a year attached to it was stupid
4.) I hope to get back on the road in 2011, possibly with an RV
5.) donations appreciated
Markus Hartel is a street photographer based in New York City.
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Hi Marcus,
The Americans 2010 looks to be a huge undertaking,especially as a self funded project. It is often a frustrating time for talented photographers such as yourself. I’m sure you see money dished out to lesser talents for other projects. However your b&w work is always so strong, I’m sure the finished project will be impressive, whatever form it takes.
Tony Edenden.
Hey Markus…I dont know if you remember me but I’m Pat and Sues neighbor. I just came across your card in my wallet. Your stuff looks great and I hope that you are being treated with kindness on your travels. Im in Oregon if you ever need anything on the west coast…Happy Holidays
amazing work- there are so much details in your pictures, I like it! (: