Dupont Photo Walk: November 2023-December 2024

November 2023 Dupont Photo Walk December 2024

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Published by John Rudolph Mueller

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Washington, D.C. 20009


Acknowledgements:

To the photographers and volunteers who made the gallery weekend possible, from

securing the space to hashing out logistics— your efforts mean the world.

To the many talented photographers featured in this book— thank you for

sharing your vision and enriching this community with your work.

To the broader DMV photography and arts community— your

energy, creativity, and generous spirit of collaboration inspire us all.

And Many Thanks:

Alex Michael

Alexandra York Benson

Baltimore Scenes

Connor Tracy

DC Film Collective

DMV Empanadas

Erica Buerger

Foxtrot on Q (RIP)

FRESHFARM Dupont Circle Market

Galileu Kim

HOMME DC

Jeremy/Lloyd Johnson

Local Impact, Inc.

Marina Moura

Mathieu Treumen

Mt. Plantry

Natalie Estess

Penny Mueller & Leonard Brooks

Phillip Waller

Professor Iwan Bagus

Richard Traylor

Stefano Lonzano

The Ladies of 327

UDC Photo

Valoi

Vintage Visual

Zeke’s Coffee

Foreword

I never meant for this to happen. It started as a resolution of sorts— a simple, solitary ritual. I would get out on Sunday mornings

and take a few photos at the Dupont Farmers Market, even if it was the only time I used my camera all week. Zeke’s cold

brew and hot empanadas were pretty enticing, and I figured I could crawl out of my cave on Riggs Place by 1pm, no matter

the tribulations of Saturday night. Besides, the farmers market is a goldmine for photographers. There exists all manner of

subjects: street scenes, still life, portraiture, architecture, food (of course), plus lots and lots of cute dogs.

It wasn’t long before I encountered some repetition among the camera-carrying characters of the market. An affable guy with

a silly mustache who called himself Lloyd appeared two weeks in a row, at nearly the same moment and at the very same spot.

We would run into each other again at Foxtrot on Q, where he was sat with a friend, alongside her friend, who expressed an

interest in meeting up to practice taking photos. We agreed to meet the following week at the Dupont Circle Fountain. And so

November 2023 marked the first iteration of the yet-to-be-named group—me, Jeremy’s friend-of-a-friend Dayna, and my old

college friend-turned-neighbor, Marissa. Just the three of us. From that point, I made it my mission to make it a monthly “thing”

and invite any photographer I encountered on the street (provided they didn’t look too much like a tourist), often cutting out

of conversations mid-sentence to run up on some unsuspecting shutterbug.

For the December meet-up, 3 grew to a handful. In January, on possibly the coldest day of 2024, we had a dozen, then 20 in

February, 30 in March, and by May, a lively group of roughly 50 people (and probably 100 cameras) at the Georgetown Waterfront.

While many of the first members of this community were personally accosted and recruited by me, many more came

because a friend put them on. Each month brought new faces of all ages, experience levels, and photographic styles. As it

turns out, the network effect is very, very real.

I have sought to differentiate our group from others by, perhaps ironically, focusing less on photography and more on intentional

engagement with other photographers. I often say that I tend take my worst photos of the month at our meetup, but

only because I’m too distracted speaking to such interesting people. To me, that’s a beautiful thing. This book, and the gallery

weekend coinciding with its release, celebrates this diverse group of individuals, first and foremost— along with the unique

personal histories and life experiences that influence their approach to taking photos.

With this grand experiment, I believe we have firmly struck down the insidious idea taking root around the country— that one

group’s success portends another group’s failure. We have all witnessed the groundswell of energy in the past year, emanating

from every corner of the DMV photography community. This is not to say that our photo walks were in some way the seed of

this swelling creative culture. On the contrary, many distinct photography communities came before us, and I am grateful to

take part in a thriving creative ecosystem that has something for everyone. I am especially proud for Dupont Photo Walk to

exist harmoniously, even mutualistically, alongside our friends DC Film Collective and Baltimore Scenes, among many others

organizing for the photographic arts. For all my efforts, this community has paid me back tenfold— in boundless inspiration

and lifelong friends— and I only wish the same for you. I hope you’ll join us around the fountain soon!

,

—John

John Rudolph Mueller

Dupont Photo Walk Organizer


[1] Gabriel Adler. . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[2] Christian Campo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[3] Ben Cannon . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[4] Sam Connors . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[5] Stephen Darling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[6] Javon Davis . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[7] Tanner Donaldson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[8] Celina Magda Donis . . . . . District of Columbia

[9] Abby Edwards . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[10] Natalie Estess . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[11] Meaza Getachew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maryland

[12] Carlos Gonzalez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[13] Joe Greer IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[14] Allan Greller . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[15] JD Grillo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[16] Caleb Hamilton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maryland

[17] Amy Higgins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[18] Tyler Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[19] Amanda Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[20] Jeremy/Lloyd Johnson . . District of Columbia

[21] Danielle Kalavritinos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[22] Andy Karr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[23] Julia Keane . . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[24] Apostolos Kyprios . . . . . . District of Columbia

[25] Stefano Lonzano . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[26] Alex Michael . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[27] Marina Moura . . . . . . . . . . .District of Columbia

[28] John Rudolph Mueller . . . District of Columbia

[29] Joy Noel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maryland

[30] Benjamin Page . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[31] R. Brett Parsons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[32] Alex Peljovich . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[33] Cameron Pendleton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maryland

[34] Courtney Peters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[35] Ashton Reeder . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[36] Tobias Shaw . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[37] Jamey Simpson . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[38] Nate Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maryland

[39] Mark Soriano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maryland

[40] Aly Stoffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[41] Andy Stynchula . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[42] Connor Tracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[43] Richard Traylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[44] Diego Vapore . . . . . . . . . . . District of Columbia

[45] Phillip Waller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

[46] Aaron Walsh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Virginia

Gabriel Adler

Raised in the Bible Belt by a couple of Yankee parents, Gabriel has always had

one ear to the ground. In high school, this took the form of quiet time in the

darkroom during free periods where Gabriel found his love of photography and,

specifically, film photography. While digital (top left) allows for more control in

the unpredictable setting of a concert, a return is always made to 35mm film

(top right, bottom left, bottom right).

As a writer, Gabriel is always looking for the next story, but some stories are

better captured with the lens than the pen. His passions for sports and music

are apparent in his work, but his love of human connection and gratitude for the

people and places that make this world special are what continue to drive Gabriel’s

art. For this reason, his brother’s engagement in his childhood backyard

(bottom left) is one of his favorite shoots from the past year.

Dupont Photo Walk History:

July 2024 - Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park

August 2024 - Dupont Circle

September 2024 - Eastern Market

Contact Info:

@gabeadler on Instagram

gabrieladlerphotography@gmail.com

www.gabeadler.com

[1]


Christian Campo

Christian fell in love with photography from the moment he received his first

camera on his tenth birthday. Since that moment, he couldn’t stop framing

things in his head to take a good shot. A Colombian native, Christian grew up in

Cali, migrated to the US and lived in NYC. He pursued his passion for space and

graduated as an electrical engineer. This path led him to work as an electronics

designer for NASA missions. However, he kept dreaming to take his photography

to the next level and become a photographer. Ever since he joined Dupont

Photo Walk, he’s been able to learn from the community, which has encouraged

him to work on his passion. His main focus is on street photography where he

aims to capture that moment you can’t replicate.



October 2024 - Dupont Circle

November 2024 - Old Town Alexandria

Contact Info:

@astro_campo on Instagram

christcampo93@gmail.com

astrocampo.myportfolio.com

[2]


Ben Cannon

Hi, I’m Ben. This is the first time I’ve submitted any work, of any kind, anywhere.

Thank you to Dupont Photo Walk for this opportunity. This is exciting and I’m

grateful. I come to photography as someone who often finds themselves daydreaming

about our existence. I am amazed that chemicals and plastic make it

possible for us to look back in time. I also think about what that person must

have been smoking when that was discovered. If you know, kindly pass it on.

Curiosity is what drives me to take pictures. I think there is great personal and

connective clarity to be gained from this art. I’m exploring 6x9 film with the Fuji

GL690 and “3D” photos. Whatever captures my curiosity next, I hope you’ll consider

tagging along. Cheers.



Contact Info:

@benc.pics on Instagram

Inbox.bac@gmail.com

[3]


Sam Connors

Sam enjoys photographing people and their environments, capturing the way

humans interact with the world around them. His work blurs the line between

subject and space, emphasizing the nature of being.

He currently shoots in both digital and 135 film formats, predominantly on Fuji

X and Nikon F systems. Sam’s inspirations include Alex Webb, Fan Ho, Vivian

Maier, Daidō Moriyama, and Arthur Tress.

Originally from central New York, Sam has lived in the District for 8 years. When

he’s not photographing he’s traveling small towns via Amtrak, hiking or gaming.

He can also make a mean cocktail and enjoys chatting with strangers in bars.

For 2025 Sam plans to develop his own film at home, attend more DPWs, and

continue to work on finding his own expression of photography.


May 2024 - Georgetown

Contact Info:

@photo.sjc on Instagram

(315) 794-9494

[4]


Stephen Darling

My name is Stephen Darling, and I’m from Arlington, Virginia. I’ve been passionate

about photography since I got my first digital camera at sixteen. After

graduating college, moving to a new city, and starting a new job, I found myself

taking fewer photos and losing touch with the creative side of photography. I

had experimented with film over the years, but I had never fully transitioned to

it. When I started feeling uninspired with my usual camera, I decided to commit

to a 35mm point-and-shoot. Switching to this camera completely changed how

I approach photography. It’s now my primary tool, and I take it almost everywhere.

Some of my best photos have come from using this low-profile setup.


April 2024 - Eastern Market


June 2024 - Mt. Pleasant



All of these photos were taken with my pocket sized 35mm point and shoot. The

left and right images were shot on Kodak Colorplus (I love everything about this

film) and the middle was shot on Kodak Tri-X black and white film. The first image

is of the Mona Lisa in the Louve. I hardly remember actually seeing the famous

painting, but this image perfectly captures what I felt in that moment: frenzied.

Ironically, I liked the painting opposite the Mona Lisa more. I love the movement

in the second photo. I really enjoy the framing of this shot and I love how simple

it is. I just think it looks nice, and I would like it hung up on my wall. The third and

final photo is one of my favorites. It’s been my phone’s background for over 2

years at this point. I love flowers, I love bright colored flowers, and I especially

love bright colored flowers framed against some kind of negative space like the

sky. This photo also has a building in it, and I think the light is hitting it pretty

well. My friends would call this a “Stephen Darling photo,” and I would be inclined

to agree with them.

Contact Info:

@stephen.darling on Instagram

[5]


Javon Davis

Javon Davis is a civil rights attorney by day and a film photographer whenever

he can. Looking for a creative outlet while studying for the bar exam, Javon

picked up a cheap film camera and hasn’t stopped since. Film photography

has become his favorite way to capture his travels, from small Southern towns

to temples and mountain tops abroad. Now with a collection of four cameras,

Javon continues to experiment with new film and expand his film knowledge.

Here is a selection of photos from a recent trip to Mexico City— using a Nikon

EM that I picked up from a fellow DPW’er!




Contact Info:

@JavonOnFilm on Instagram

[6]


Tanner Donaldson

My name is Tanner Donaldson, originally from Eugene, Oregon. My love for photography

began in high school, where I took multiple classes and had access to

a dark room, sparking a passion that’s only grown since. At 18, I joined the Navy,

which led to San Diego, becoming my second home, and after separating, I met

my wonderful wife Cassie. In 2021, I joined the Coast Guard, which brought us

to Washington, DC. Initially, we weren’t thrilled about the move, but through the

local photography community we’ve made great friends and have come to really

enjoy our time here. Some of my other interests outside photography include

live music, hiking, running, and travel. Photography continues to be a big part

of my life, and I am grateful for the experiences and people it’s brought into my

journey.







December 2024 - DC Holiday Market

Contact Info:

@tdd.photography on Instagram

tannerdonaldson@me.com

[7]


Celina Magda Donis

Celina was born into a big family of 8 in Queens, NY. They have called various

places home— Lawrence (MA), New Orleans (LA), and a village in Kosovo— and

are currently located in Washington, DC. Being one of the youngest members

of their first-gen family, Celina grew up observing human interactions and their

surroundings. They turned to photography as a way of documenting unique

moments in time. Each frame is a mediation on space, where architecture and

landscapes merge with fleeting human moments, revealing stories of solitude,

connection, and the unspoken dialogue and continuous interplay between people

and the environments in which they exist.





Contact Info:

celina.donis13@gmail.com

[8]


Abby Edwards

Abby is a Washington-DC-based photographic artist (b. 1999) whose work combines

the mediums of 35mm film and digital photography to create immersive,

place-based photographic experiences. Rather than being rooted in a particular

moment in time, her work seeks to map out the personal geographies of herself

and others— tracing the relationship between person and place.





Contact Info:

@a.edwards on Instagram

abbyedwardsphotography@gmail.com

[9]


Natalie Estess

Natalie Estess is a Washington D.C.-based wedding and portrait photographer

with roots in the gorgeous western state of Idaho. Known for her dreamy, editorial

style, Natalie creates keepsake images that celebrate human connection and

the natural world. Whether she’s capturing the quiet intimacy of an elopement,

the individuality of a portrait, or the breathtaking romance of a sweeping landscape,

her work is infused with a deep love for storytelling. Her approach is intuitive

and adventurous, resulting in images that feel timeless, authentic, and alive.


February 2024 - Dupont Circle

March 2024 - Dupont Circle






Contact Info:

@natalieestessphotography on Instagram

hello@natalieestess.com

[10]


Meaza Getachew

Meaza Getachew is an independent, hobbyist film photographer and community

builder. Her photography is grounded in capturing both the richness and mundane

of everyday life - with an emphasis on the people, places, and stories that

shape my environment. Whether photographing the architectural beauty of a

city or exploring the intimate depths of portraiture, she is driven by the desire to

connect more deeply with the world around her and uses photography to freeze

and document important or moving moments in time. Her portrait work has

further expanded her ability to forge meaningful connections with her subjects

through the lens. In February 2024, Meaza started the Baltimore PhotoWalks to

connect with fellow local photographers and cultivate a stronger bond with her

community. As a curator of Baltimore Scenes, she organizes monthly photowalks

and other events in Baltimore that foster collaboration among artists and

photographers outside of the limitations of social media platforms.

———


Meaza primarily shoots with an Olympus 35 RC and Pentax 645n. Her favorite

film stock is Kodak Tri-x 400.



Contact Info:

@mazanalog on Instagram

mzgchew@gmail.com

www.mazanalog.com

[11]


Carlos Gonzalez

My name is Carlos Gonzalez, and I’m a documentary photographer from Bakersfield,

California. My passion for photography began at a young age, inspired

by my dad’s dedication to capturing our childhood memories. Since I was 14,

a camera has been my constant companion, allowing me to tell stories through

life’s unfiltered moments. As a 6.5-year Marine Corps veteran, I’ve brought discipline

and perspective to my craft. My professional journey includes working

with NASA to document the JWST’s construction at Northrop Grumman, and

I’m now the lead photographer at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency.

Photography remains a source of joy and connection, driven by my family’s unwavering

support.




Contact Info:

@ektahomie on Instagram

ektahomie@gmail.com

[12]


Joe Greer IV

My love for photography has always been there, but it wasn’t until 2018 that I

picked up my first camera. In 2022, I found my late grandfather’s Canon AE-1,

which inspired me to explore film photography. I love how photography encourages

me to slow down and truly appreciate the beauty of each moment. It has

taught me to see the extraordinary in places I might have otherwise missed.

———

Photo gear and locations include:

Canon AE-1

Cinestill 800T

Rollins College - Orlando, FL




Contact Info:

@notthatjoegreer on Instagram

Panasonic Limix G9

The Tailor Bar

Hudson Yards - New York, NY

Leica R4

Harman Phoenix 200

Washington Monument - Washington, D.C.

Yashica AS

Kodak Gold 200

The Wharf - Washington, D.C.

Yashica AS

Kennedy Pan 400

Hotel Harrington (on night of its closing) - Washington, D.C.

[13]


Allan Greller

Allan Greller was born and raised in Poughkeepsie, NY. He has a Masters of

Landscape Architecture degree from Cornell University and investigates landscapes

(typically liminal, vernacular, or quotidian) through photography.











Contact Info:

@lowercaselandscapes on Instagram

allangreller@gmail.com

[14]


JD Grillo

Hi! My name is JD Grillo I take pictures on Black and White film.









Contact Info:

@jd_grillo_photo on Instagram

[15]


Caleb Hamilton

Caleb was born and raised in the Washington, D.C. area. He studied filmmaking

in college, which lead him to photography as a hobby. He started taking pictures

with his iPhone and shared them to Instagram. He’d soon graduate to a

DSLR, the Nikon D3500. Eventually he’d begin seeing people post photos taken

with disposable cameras; a trend he would be late to and give up on after one

disposable of his own. He then began researching film photography and pointand-shoot

35mm cameras, eventually acquiring his first: a Nikon L35AF. His

collection would later grow to include a Minolta X-500, Nikon F3, and Mamiya

645 1000S. Caleb describes his approach to photography as “cinematic,” and

composes his photos as he would a shot in a movie. Aside from photography,

he enjoys movies, musical theatre, and traveling. He hopes to one day capture

a bolt of lightning on film.




Contact Info:

@darthgroudon on Instagram

[16]


Amy Higgins

Amy discovered her love for film photography after her mom gifted her an old

film camera in late 2023. Since then, it’s become one of her most fulfilling creative

outlets. She values the slow, intentional process of shooting film and the

endless opportunities to learn and grow with the medium. Her work often captures

everyday moments from her life, focusing on the feelings, people, places,

and the ordinary beauty that surrounds us.

The photos she selected for this book reflect some of her favorite travels and

locations from the past year, including NYC, Shenandoah, Mount Rainier, Glen

Echo, and the Outer Banks. While not all were taken locally, they connect to the

inspiration she finds through Dupont Photo Walks. This community has encouraged

her to explore, share ideas, and grow as a photographer.

———


July 2024 - Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park,


These images were created using some of her favorite cameras like the Mamiya

6, Contax G1, and Leica M6. She chose each film stock intentionally. Cinestill

800T captured the glowing neon lights at Glen Echo Park, Kodak Ektar 100

brought out the reds in the fall Shenandoah colors, and Kodak Portra 400 created

the soft, natural tones in her other travel images.

Contact Info:

@ames_moments on Instagram

amesmomentsphotography@gmail.com

www.amesmoments.com

[17]


Tyler Hooks

Tyler Hooks is a Washington D.C. based photographer that shoots fine art and

commercial work. Her main focus is in fashion, beauty, and interior design. She

grew up in rural West Virginia and got a master’s degree in Fashion Photography

from the School of Visual Arts in New York City.

Her photos take inspiration from nature at every step of the process. You can

find her scouting locations along the backroads of her hometown, leading to

rivers, fields, and unique old buildings.

When shooting in the studio, she prefers minimal backgrounds and soft light

that make you focus on the raw beauty of her subject. She also likes to have

models come with natural hair, minimal makeup, and lived-in clothes.

Tyler shoots primarily with a 50mm lens, because it replicates how the human

eye sees. This makes every scene feel familiar and tangible.






Her photos have been described as having a calmness, soft-confidence, and

feminine gaze.

Contact Info:

@tylerhooksphoto on Instagram

tylerhooksphotography@gmail.com

www.tylerhooksphotography.com

[18]


Amanda Johnson

Amanda Johnson is a photographer based in Centreville, Virginia, who works

primarily with 35mm film. Her work draws inspiration from her inner world and

the natural rhythms surrounding her. Amanda’s passion for photography began

in high school, though her love for capturing moments started much earlier-she

often photographed her dolls using disposable cameras as a child.

For Amanda, photography has always been a way to deepen her appreciation

for life’s subtleties.

Self-portraiture is at the heart of Amanda’s creative practice. She sees it as a

form of meditation, allowing her to visualize emotions and later step outside

herself to interpret body language and inner states. Amanda takes pride in her

work when it evokes an emotional connection, reflecting her belief that art is a

bridge between personal experience and shared feeling.




Contact Info:

@snapbackpretty on Instagram

Amandadecarlo14@gmail.com

Aside from self-portraits, Amanda’s favorite subjects to photograph include her

family, vintage cars, and flowers. She loves every aspect of the photographic

process— from conceptualizing an idea to selecting the perfect film stock, styling,

modeling, and interpreting the final image. Recently, she has returned to

developing her own film, reconnecting with the tactile, hands-on elements of her

craft. Her preference for 35mm film stems from its intentionality. Film requires

care and thoughtfulness in composition, encouraging Amanda to slow down and

engage deeply with each shot. She believes digital photography captures how a

moment looks, while film captures how a moment feels-digital is reality, whereas

film evokes memory.

In November 2024, Amanda attended her first Dupont Photo Walk in Old Town

Alexandria, where she enjoyed connecting with other photographers and discussing

their creative processes. She is excited to continue getting to know

the photography community in the DC area and draw inspiration from fellow

creatives.

Through photography, Amanda articulates emotions that words often cannot,

creating visual narratives that invite viewers into her world.

[19]


Jeremy/Lloyd Johnson

Jeremy / Lloyd is a life tourist from Hamilton, Montana, who happens to carry a

film camera with him almost everywhere. To him, film photography is more than

a medium, it’s a philosophy of limitation and intentionality. With a limited number

of frames to tell a story, each shot becomes an opportunity to capture not just

a moment, but its entire essence. The constraints of film force deep connection

between artist and the subject, turning each frame into a reflection of both the

physical and mental presence required to create it. Slowing down, embracing

the impermanence of each exposure, I find that capturing less often means

capturing more. In a world that moves fast, film reminds me to be present and

to focus.


December 2023 - Dupont Circle

January 2024 - Dupont Circle










Contact Info:

@lloydocracy on Instagram

lloydocracy@gmail.com

[20]


Danielle Kalavritinos

Danielle is a digital and film photographer who loves capturing life’s moments.

Originally from Northern Virginia, she has traveled far and wide, taking photos

along the way. Her photography journey didn’t begin until college. While attending

Ohio University for Computer Science she met a group of friends who

fostered each others’ love for creating. Between study sessions, they would

watch YouTube cinematography guides and short-form films. Videography was

her first entry into using a camera, and because of this, she ended up taking an

elective in film before graduating.

Moving to Charlotte, NC for Danielle’s first job after graduation, she continued

developing her love of a photo/video hobby. She made friends there who would

spend weekends in the Blue Ridge Mountains, car camping at night, and hiking

to take photos during the day. This was when she purchased a Sony a7iii from

Facebook marketplace, her first true professional-grade camera. The rest, as

they say, is history.






Contact Info:

@showupanyway on Instagram

Since then, in late 2019, Danielle has spent a large portion of her free time refining

her photography style and traveling to capture the world. From nature

landscapes to cityscapes, from stunning sunsets to everyday life, everything is

fair game. The common theme through all the different locations is to document

life in a way that the photos feel like memories rather than just pretty pictures.

Danielle’s first film camera was a Pentax K1000 purchased in the late summer of

2020, so most of her photography career has been a balance of film and digital.

The advantage of learning both mediums so close to each other was how they

melded together in her style. Film photography has influenced her editing methodology

on digital quite a lot, helping to evoke that nostalgic feeling that film so

naturally conveys. She now shoots mainly using the Sony a7IV, Fuji GW690II, and

the Pentax K1000.

[21]


Andy Karr

Andy is an enthusiastic photography hobbyist and freelance photojournalist focused

on documenting outdoor adventures and cycling culture. A founder of

Great Eskape, a DC-based off-road cycling team, he is a regular contributor to

his favorite cycling and outdoors focused publication, The Radavist. The overlap

between adventure cycling and analogue photography is Andy’s happy place.

His all-time favorite photography projects have involved carrying heavy, vintage

cameras by bicycle across hundreds of miles of rugged back country.


For the collection of four images opposite, Andy stayed closer to home. Something

most people, DC residents included, find surprising about DC is that the

culture around adventure cycling is strong, diverse, and vibrant here. Photos

here depict cyclocross racing at the Old Soldiers’ Home. Cyclocross is a curious

sport, where competition takes place on bikes that resemble road bikes, on

tracks that more resemble mountain bike courses. DC hosts a ‘cross race every

autumn.



Contact Info:

@rad_baron on Instagram

andy@karrtography.com

www.karrtography.com

[22]


Julia Keane

Julia is an independent photojournalist who wants to share the stories of everyone

and everything she interacts with. These photos are a collection of soft

moments from the past year of travels, cross country road trips, and protests.




Contact Info:

@juliakeanephoto on Instagram

[23]


Apostolos Kyprios

Apostolos was born and raised in the Dallas, TX area and moved to Washington

DC a few years ago. Being inspired by his parents’ seemingly endless stacks

of old film prints, Apostolos decided to pick up a film camera and take it on

vacation. He soon dove head first into the world of film photography, street

photography, and at-home processing. Soon after he found a community of film

photographers. Apostolos was pleased to find even more great photographers

in the Dupont Photo Walk group. He prefers to attempt street photography

in and around the DC area and east coast. While he cannot always attend the

photowalks and events, he always enjoys the community and conversations the

walks bring.








Contact Info:

@apostolosfilmphotos on Instagram

[24]


Stefano Lonzano

Stefano Lonzano (b. 1991) is an American analog photographer and multimedia

artist focused on capturing meaningful narratives through film. His approach to

35mm photography draws from cinematic composition and the storytelling of

everyday life—capturing raw moments through portraiture and street photography.

Film photography grounds his practice in patience and presence, allowing

deeper connection with each moment he captures. Whether documenting the

human experience through portraits or exploring architectural spaces, he’s always

searching for the deeper narrative within each frame. Through his work,

Stefano aims to build and strengthen communities, using photography as a

means of connection and shared experience. Stefano lives

and works in Washington DC, where he continues to develop his photographic

style primarily through his Olympus OM-1 and Canon AT-1, while also looking to

expand into medium format and digital photography.


Selected Works (2024) presents three intimate black and white portraits, capturing

close friends through 35mm film. Shot on Ilford HP5 and Delta film stocks,

these images explore the depth of human connection and personal narrative

through analog documentation.





Contact Info:

@steffresh on Instagram

info@stefanolonzano.com

[25]


Alex Michael

Alex Michael is a hobbyist photographer who draws inspiration from the interplay

of people, nature, and urban environments. With a background in urban

planning, Alex brings a unique perspective to street photography, capturing

the subtle, often overlooked connections between people and the spaces they

inhabit. Over the past year, photography has become more than just a creative

outlet— it has been a way to experiment, grow, and connect with others, whether

through candid street moments or meetups with fellow photographers.

Shooting exclusively on film, Alex’s primary camera is the original Canon F-1

from 1970, customized with the iconic speed finder and a 3D-printed carbon

fiber grip attachment. His collection also includes the Pentax K1000, Canon

Sure Shot WP-1, Minolta Explorer Freedom Zoom, and the 1938 Kodak 35. Alex

enjoys the intentionality and tactile nature of analog photography, embracing its

deliberate process with curiosity and humility.










While architecture is occasionally featured in his work, this selection of

photos emphasizes the human element. Each subject becomes a character

in Alex’s carefully curated photographic world, highlighting the individuality

and presence of each subject. From the fleeting stillness of a

subway platform to the quiet intrigue of a passerby on a city street, these

photos reflect Alex’s passion for celebrating the beauty and complexity of

human experiences while embracing the journey of growth and exploration.

Beyond shooting, Alex is the founder of Remjet Roy’s, a small business specializing

in bulk-rolled motion picture films.

Contact Info:

@alexmixaha on Instagram

www.remjetroys.com

[26]


Marina Moura

Marina Moura is a Washington, D.C. based photographer with a passion for

capturing her travel adventures. Each photo is a window into her experiences,

blending art with emotion and preserving memories in a tangible form. Her photographs

are not only a record of her travels but a celebration of the diverse

cultures, landscapes, and experiences that shape the world around her. Driven

by curiosity and a love for adventure, Marina is excited about the possibilities

that the future holds. She’s eager to continue expanding her body of work, collaborating

on new projects, and pushing the boundaries of her craft. Whether

through her lens or her life, Marina Moura continues to chase the moments that

matter— one frame at a time.








Contact Info:

@marinamouraphotography on Instagram

marinamouraphotography@gmail.com

www.marinamoura.com

[27]


John Rudolph Mueller

John Rudolph Mueller was born in New Jersey on December 27, 1990. Music

was his first love, taking piano lessons from an early age and picking up any instrument

he could get his hands on— trombone, cello, guitar, and more. In high

school, he began to experiment with some strange new instruments including

his school’s Canon 5D and a Minolta XG-M he bought off of Craigslist. From

that point began a life-long love of capturing memories of people and places

on memory cards and film. It is often said that photos gain value over time, and

while his photos from these early days lack the vision and technical precision of

his more recent work, they remain treasured favorites.


All of them!

Contact Info:

@jrmphoto.jpg on Instagram

@dupontphotowalk on Instagram

johnrudolphmueller@gmail.com

(732) 275-2986

For 7 years, while living in Manhattan, photography took a back seat as John

began his career as an educator. John earned certification as a Special Education

teacher and founded the music program at Bronx Bridges High School.

He remains proud that every student in his first classes could play piano with

two hands by the end of the semester. While living back in New Jersey during

the COVID era, his mother’s partner gifted him a Canon AE-1 Program, and the

flame was reignited. A move to the nation’s capital in July 2022 provided exciting

new subject matter and endless opportunities for connection.

Since then, John has shot ~20,000 images, primarily with cameras that have

what he considers creatively useful limitations. The fixed 35mm-equivalent focal

lengths of the Fujifilm X100V and Olympus XA, alongside the zone-focusing

Pentax 17 and Nikonos V force the photographer to be engaged physically and

mentally. And shooting mostly fixed-lens cameras with built-in flash reduces decision

paralysis or wondering whether you brought the right gear.

John tends to photograph whatever draws his eye, attempting to work it into

a visually appealing canvas— whether it’s street scenes, flowers, concerts, or

landscapes. Though he loves making images, he primarily sees himself as a

connector in the DMV photography community and gains immeasurable energy

and inspiration from the artists in this book, as well as many others who have

participated with Dupont Photo Walk in the past year.

[28]


Joy Noel

Joy is a photographer based out of Maryland with an interest in street and nature

photography. Exploring the unique beauty of different cities and the natural

landscapes in-between inspired Joy to capture memories through photography.

The people who create the community of every town, city, and neighborhood

have a story, which drives Joy’s desire to travel and memorialize the moments

where humanity is alive. Since childhood, Joy has admired the art of photography,

but was not actively involved. In 2023, while visiting Seattle, Washington,

Joy stumbled upon Fujifilm’s Create with Us Seattle, which turned admiration

into a passion. Joy’s photography goal is to share the story of life through their

lens, while enjoying this newfound passion for a lifetime.

———


October 2024 - Dupont Circle, November

2024 - Old Town Alexandria

Contact Info:

@memoirofjoy.jpg on Instagram

memoirofjoy.jpg@gmail.com

Joy shoots with Fujifilm’s X-T5 and X-H2S, attached with either a Fujinon 23mm,

56mm, or 50-140mm lens. The 23mm lens is Joy’s favorite, but the 50-140mm

is a close contender; the photos chosen were captured with these two lenses.

The snacking green sea turtle and gnarled tree facing Mānana Island were captured

while wandering Oʻahu, Hawaii.

Captured in the bottom left, the tree’s autumn leaves harmonized with the storefront

in Washington, DC.

The “Loch Ness Monster” was sighted in the Inner Harbor of Baltimore, Maryland.

Joy’s favorite photo is in the center. Photographed is one of the many unsung,

hard-working heroes of the city. This may have been an average day on the job

for this individual, but Joy saw the heroic nature of their work and felt inspired.

Washington, DC.

[29]


Benjamin Page

Benjamin Page is a graduate of the MFA program at George Mason University,

where he was an MFA Honors Fellow. He won the 2014 Mary Roberts Rinehart

Fiction Award and his short stories and essays have appeared in Bayou Magazine,

The Pinch, and Bright Wall/Dark Room, among others. His photographs

have been exhibited by Broad Magazine and F-Stop Magazine.






Contact Info:

@_suburban_cities on Instagram

[30]


R. Brett Parsons

Brett is a multi-disciplinary artist. In addition to his film photography, he is a film

producer, actor, racer, writer, and musician. In 2022, Brett co-founded the DC Film

Collective — an initiative to bring local artists together to positively impact the community.

Furthermore, his commitment to storytelling and community led him to

start Murray Cinema Inc — a nonprofit aimed at producing collaborative short films.

Brett’s film photography has long been a quiet way for him to observe the world

around him. It serves as a means of documenting moments of peace, beauty,

and the human condition. This documentation consistently proves to be a necessary

means of expression and reflection.






Contact Info:

@rbrettparsons on Instagram

@dcfilmcollective on Instagram

www.rbrettparsons.com

[31]


Alex Peljovich

All of Alex’s work is shot on film to give a more organic and timeless nature to

the images. He also prefers to use film cameras because of the mechanical feeling

and enjoyment that they give. In addition to being shot on film, the photographs

presented here were all self-developed and self-scanned: by controlling

every step in the process, Alex is given more creative control over his images.

The images on the top row present a slice of life in Washington, D.C. On the

left, the black and white photo of the man with the hat was shot from the hip

in a quick capture at the Dupont Farmers Market. The artist’s intent was to use

the angled perspective to make the subject appear almost larger than life. The

center image of the people in costume demonstrates Alex’s occasional use of

flash to isolate his subjects from the background and add pops of color when

shooting color film. The image on the right provides a vision of an urban landscape

while using an experimental film to bring out wild colors and halations,

giving the food trucks an otherworldly vibe.








Contact Info:

Finally, whereas the top images were shot with more conventional 35 mm cameras,

the bottom panorama was created by a specialty “swing lens” camera that

captures a 24 x 59 mm area instead of the conventional 24 x 35 mm. Alex uses

this camera in tighter confines, like that of the Dupont Circle Farmers Market,

to capture the full scene as your human eyes would, peripheral vision included.

This panorama features some of the members of the Dupont Photo Walk during

one of their monthly meetups.

Overall, Alex’s use of perspective and varying equipment to capture normal

everyday scenes convey his approach to emphasizing the extraordinary in the

ordinary.

@alexpeljo on Instagram

alexpeljovich@gmail.com

[32]


Cameron Pendleton

Greetings, my name is Cameron & I’m a Baltimore-Based Documentary Photographer.

I’ve been documenting the streets of Baltimore for 2 years. My main

focus in my art is to express my inner being, but in such a way viewers can

comprehend. I’m empathetic yet complex which makes explaining almost impossible.

So I choose to express my emotions through my art & allow the viewers

to gather the pieces.




Contact Info:

@Flixsbycameron_ on Instagram

[33]


Courtney Peters

Courtney Peters, street photographer.











Contact Info:

@courtneypeters_ on Instagram

Courtney.peters@icloud.com

(240) 938-1125

[34]


Ashton Reeder

Ashton Reeder is a technologist and photographer from Tacoma, Washington,

specializing in black-and-white post-documentary work. Beginning with landscapes,

he now captures cities as complex, evolving terrains. His recent project,

Fabricated Landscapes, examines the technologically driven growth of megacities

in Asia. Ashton’s process involves using telephoto lenses to distort light

and perspective, crafting images that blur the boundaries between reality and

abstraction.

The selected photos are from his recent photobook Fabricated Landscapes. All

taken from various outskirts, top floors of, and side streets.

———

Gear used: Hasselblad 500cm with a 500mm f/8 Tele-Tessar, Sony A7R with a

Sony FE 70-300mm F/4




Contact Info:

@ashreeder on Instagram

ashhreeder@gmail.com

www.ashtonreeder.com

(253) 888-5759

[35]


Tobias Shaw

Liberation 1 (left) was captured at the Free Palestine march in Washington DC

on November 4th. Liberation 2 (right) was captured on the Upper West Side in

NYC towards the end of November.

There is an important difference between these images that is maybe just visible

to me. I would classify Liberation 1 as reportage as the image is largely unchanged

from the moment I shot it. Liberation 2 is not. I spent 20 minutes or so

watching and capturing people walking by these posters. Some glanced, some

didn’t, none stopped. The final image presented here is a composite of 3 separate

passing figures. For me, the central figure adds a subtle surrealism with the

only sign of motion blur that sets it apart from the two foreground figures who

were captured at a much higher shutter speed. It was important to me that the

figures passing are anonymous, the only faces present are those in the posters.



Contact Info:

@tobias_shaw on Instagram

tobiasshaw@gmail.com

www.tobiasshaw.com

I didn’t originally intend these two images to be presented as a diptych, but I feel

seeing them together adds an interesting layer of context to both. It also raises

questions for me about how we can contrast two things without lending them

a false equivalency. The October 7th attacks on Israel killed 1,195 Israelis and

around 500 Israelis have been killed in the fighting since. As of Jan 15th, 2025,

Palestinian health authorities say more than 46,600 Palestinians have been killed

since the October 7th attacks. Strange timing, but as I sat down to write this I

saw that a ceasefire deal has just been reached between Israel and Hamas. Shalom

aleichem. As-salamu alaykum. Peace be upon us all.

———

When not shooting for clients, Tobias Shaw’s focus is on portraiture, reportage,

and conceptual work. After getting into digital photography first as a hobbyist,

then as an event professional in NYC, his most recent foray has been a return to

film photography and film development. He’s extremely grateful to the communities

of DuPont Photo Walk and DC Film Collective for connecting him to such

a wonderful group of local photographers.

[36]


Jamey Simpson

Massachusetts-born and Washington, DC-based photographer James (Jamey)

Simpson transforms moments into narratives through compelling imagery. His

work has graced the pages of People Magazine and American Craft Magazine

and captivated audiences on the Today Show.

Collaborating with iconic brands such as National Geographic, Disney+, Marriott

Hotels, and the Washington Wizards, Simpson has established himself as a

creative force. Among his standout achievements is the launch video for the

Smithsonian’s climate initiative, Our Shared Future: Life on a Sustainable Planet.

It debuted at COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, earning global recognition.

Simpson’s photography journey began at 17 when his father loaned him a Nikon

DX2 along with an assortment of professional lenses. The camera’s weight and

solid feeling in his hand sparked an instant connection, igniting a lifelong passion

for photography.



Contact Info:

@shotsbyjamey on Instagram

shotsbyjamey@gmail.com

www.shotsbyjamey.com

Over the years, Simpson has honed a signature style that invites viewers into

worlds they might never have encountered. Drawing on techniques like the rule

of thirds and chiaroscuro—an evocative interplay of light and shadow championed

by Renaissance master Caravaggio—his work resonates with a cinematic

depth and emotional intensity.

An active member of creative communities along the East Coast, Simpson finds

inspiration in collaboration with peers and fellow artists. This spirit of innovation

fuels his ventures into alternative processes, including film photography and

experimental techniques that push the boundaries of traditional storytelling.

Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a desire to immerse audiences in the unfamiliar,

Simpson is currently exploring new dimensions with infrared photography.

His work captures the environment in ways that challenge perception,

offering fresh perspectives on the world around us.

[37]


Nate Smith

Hobbyist photographer from Maryland who studied Physics, Astrophysics, and

Optics in college. Astrophotography was his first love, but he quickly realized it

was unfeasible after moving to the big city so now he mostly shoots trains and

bugs and stuff.




Contact Info:

@natesmithastrophotography on Instagram

[38]


Mark Soriano

Born and raised in Hawaii and now living in the Washington DMV area since

2013, Mark has been doing photography since 2008. Over the years, he has

done a variety of photography work, including portraits, events, weddings, and

also food photography. However, Mark’s true passion lies in capturing and documenting

the life around him and finding the art in all of it.







Contact Info:

@eleu_street on Instagram

mark@marksorianophoto.com

[39]


Aly Stoffer

Alyssa took on digital photography at a young age with the shift to film during

her time in college. The love for traditional photography has remained a constant

throughout her career, allowing them to continue shooting film in a digital-heavy

world with special thanks to her dad. Alyssa’s subjects often capture

unconventional objects and focus on incorporating primary colors throughout

her work.

This past year she has taken to medium format photography, using a Mamiya

645 1000s. The photos shown were all taken on said camera, with the theme

containing those primary colors, or mundane objects and people captured in

everyday life. Alyssa aims to show life in a colorful perspective, despite the ordinary

looking subjects.









Contact Info:

@psychometricaly on Instagram

alyssatofferih@gmail.com

[40]


Andy Stynchula

Andy got into photography about a year ago when his parents gifted him an

hold AE-1 for Christmas. He quickly got hooked, realizing it’s a perfect combination

of two of his favorite hobbies - walking around looking at sh*t and shopping

for gear. He currently just shoots for fun, and enjoys trying all sorts of subjects

and styles, but has found a particular interest in buildings and basketball courts.






Contact Info:

@adstynch on Instagram

[41]


Connor Tracy

Connor Tracy is a photographer captivated by the interplay of reality and the

surreal. His work draws heavily from street photography and Impressionism,

blending candid moments with imaginative interpretation. As a member of the

Dupont Photo Walk group, he has embraced new creative approaches, incorporating

motion blur and impressionist-style techniques into his images. Connor’s

photography seeks to challenge perception, inviting viewers to see the familiar

world with fresh eyes.

Originally from Oklahoma, Connor has lived in the DC area for seven years. He is

primarily a digital photographer and a big proponent of shooting with whatever

tools are available. While he often works with his Sony A7RIV, Canon 7D MK II,

or even his cell phone, he believes the essence of photography lies in creativity

and vision rather than the equipment used.











Contact Info:

@con.tracy on Instagram

[42]


Richard Traylor

Richard Traylor is an Arlington, Virginia-based film & digital photographer. His

photography journey began in the spring of 2023 when he discovered his father’s

old Olympus OM-1 film camera packed away in a box in his parents’ basement.

Ever since loading that first roll of film into the camera, he’s been hooked.

Richard has a fondness for 35mm film and landscape photography, although

he has dipped his little toesies into street and astrophotography over the past

year. These selected photos represent a sample of Richard’s work and different

stages of his growth as a photographer.

The first image depicts the first rays of light hitting the Grand Teton mountain

range in Wyoming in October 2024. Richard was drawn to the colors of the early

morning light and how they complement the yellow cottonwood trees. Plus,

Richard woke up at 5am for this shot, and dammit, he’s going to use it.










Decvember 2024 - DC Holiday Market

Contact Info:

@traylortrashmouth on Instagram

The second image shows a woman browsing a flower stall at the busy Pike Place

Market in Seattle, WA. Richard was drawn to the variety of colors in this image,

the bustle of the crowd, and the pose of the main subject in the center of the

frame.

The third image is also one of Richard’s earliest shots. He was drawn to this

image for the symmetry of the plane over the Lincoln Memorial and the warmth

of the sunset.

The final image depicts a buck deer grazing through an empty field at Shenandoah

National Park. In this image, Richard was drawn to how the sunset paints

the field a rich red color as well as the stark outline of the deer in the center of

the shot.

As a relatively new photographer, Richard is still developing his artistic voice,

but he is consistently inspired and encouraged by the phenomenal photography

community in DC and the Dupont Photo Walk.

[43]


Diego Vapore

Hi! I’m a photographer and visual storyteller with a background in visual and

strategic communication. My creative journey has always been fueled by a passion

for framing moments that tell stories—stories of connection between people,

places, and the spaces they share. This experience has shaped my ability to

blend technical expertise with an artistic perspective, creating visually striking

images that capture beauty and emotion in hidden corners, natural landscapes,

and urban environments. Each photograph I take is thoughtfully composed,

combining all the elements to create something worth exploring.

With an artistic approach grounded in my design background, I focus on structure,

spatial harmony, and depth, uncovering the subtle poetry in usually overlooked

moments and places. My style is about discovering the stories waiting to

be revealed in the interplay of light, shadow, and composition.


I invite you to explore my work, connect with the stories it tells, and experience

the beauty within each frame.


Contact Info:

@dherva on Instagram

diego.vapore@gmail.com

[44]


Phillip Waller

Phillip Waller is an Arlington, Va., based photographer and communications professional.

Phillip’s style is heavily-influenced by the photojournalism he studied

and practiced while in college. His recent work has been primarily in film, a medium

he started using heavily in October of 2023 after inheriting two 1953 film

cameras from his grandfather, the man who first inspired him to pick up a camera

as more than a gadget. He is now focused on bending the cost curve for film

photography by shooting, developing, scanning, and darkroom printing his work

without the help of a lab, and sharing those tools with others. Phillip has been

a regular attendee of the Dupont Photo Walk, first joining in February of 2024.

This selection represents four scenes from Dupont Photo Walks taken on black

and white film. The scenes depict the people and moments that have made the

walks a regular feature for many members over the past year.

———












Contact Info:

@pcwaller on Instagram

www.phillipwaller.com

Top Left: D.C. Film Collective co-founder Brett Parsons pauses to speak with

Shedrick Pelt about his Rollei 35 camera on the corner of M Street in Georgetown,

the location of the May 2024 photo walk. Dupont Photo Walk boasts a

reputation for being open to photographers of all types and experience levels.

Top Right: Paul Sharratt finds an interesting angle beneath a mural

of a scorpion on the rear of Aslin Beer Hall at the February 2024 photo

walk. Participants often gathered at Aslin for a beer and conversation.

Bottom Left: The artist takes a self-portrait with his 1957 Nikon SP rangefinder

camera using a mirror at Eastern Market. Founder John Mueller selected Eastern

Market for the April 2024 gathering to explore new neighborhoods.

Bottom Right: Apostolos Kyprios, right, enjoys a beverage at Marx Cafe in the

Mt. Pleasant neighborhood. The rare Saturday photo walk in June 2024 quickly

moved indoors due to temperatures nearing 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool,

dark interior of the cafe provided a welcome reprieve from the heat.

[45]


Aaron Walsh

Aaron has lived his whole life in Northern VA. His interest in film photography

was rediscovered in late 2021, when he discovered the manual for his mother’s

Nikon FM. While the FM was never found, a Nikon FE was quickly acquired. After

a few rolls, he was quickly hooked on the tactile experience of using a film camera.

Since then, he’s worked to construct a darkroom in his own home, working

on his printing skills and shooting exclusively black and white film. His influences

include the classic Magnum street photographers like Cartier Bresson as well as

more contemporary figures such as Trent Parke and Allen Schaller.

———


The following images are from a series taken at the Georgetown waterfront. As

part of his journey to improve his street photography skills, Aaron frequented

the Georgetown waterfront in 2023, viewing how the different light, weather,

and people interacted together. Part of an ongoing project, look out for more

work at the waters edge. All three were taken on B&W film developed by Aaron

in his apartment darkroom.



Contact Info:

@young0maker on Instagram

[46]



Dupont Photo Walk: November 2023-December 2024

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