I cant feel my hands.
This northeast winter is incredibly cold lately but it's all about the hustle. The fact that I'm going to Chicago in the next few days on a midwest road trip also has me excited. It amazes me the amount of great people I continue to meet and amazing things I've come to be a part of as a result of that piece of plastic in my hand. Much love.
Wheeling, WV.
Never in my life have I witnessed poverty and destruction like I witnesses in Wheeling. I thought I'd seen just about all of it being in some of the worst hoods around the East Coast but this took the cake. This was what I would call Meth County. Everything was in ruins and completely neglected. I love shooting shit like this and this really got my gears turning but at the same time I couldn't help but wonder how this place ended up this way. I surely want to go back no doubt.
Busy busy busy.
I've been super busy lately but I can't complain. With recent trips to cities all over the northeast region it's definitely kept me on my toes for sure. Bigger things are coming too. The people I'm meeting on a daily basis and the experiences I'm having are the exact reasons why I do what I do.
New Friends.
Met some new friends in the city yesterday. Definitely was a long day but very worth it and got a ton of photos. Shout out to @disyouth for the photo and @genuineclothingcompany for the free shirt. Sponsors rule.
Atlantic City.
Recently visit Atlantic City, NJ to get photos for some framed print sales. Overall I thought the city was great but it sure does have it's rough spots. Walking around a lot of the housing seemed to be in decay as well as huge vacant business properties. Regardless, anytime you go to a beach I feel you are going to be able to accomplish decent captures.
Pittsburgh
I am so grateful to have attended a recent Instameet in PGH. The event showcased me to so many new urban photogs I had never met previously. The city is absolutely beauty and completely friendly. I honestly cannot wait to go back.
Show me the way.
Slowly but surely photography is showing my everything that I need in life. Whether it be the people I meet or the places I go, I surely can rely on it to make me happy.
Memorial Day 2k15
I spent a great portion of my day at Fort Indiantown Gap's cemetery yesterday. I can honestly say it was a humbling experience. From whole families crying, to widows laying down with their loved ones, to flowers everywhere in memory. So heres to the ones braver than I. Thank you.
BAFLco in Philly
I recently spent the evening in Philly with Zack Notter of BAFLco and a couple other friends shooting for his clothing company. Such a good experience topped with incredible views issued. In the coming weeks watch for some of our photos dropping here and there and head over to BAFLco's sight and check out some of there gear.
Give me the light.
Philly subways have been a huge interest of mine lately. I plan to capture them a lot more with time. I definitely love the Keystone State.
Nothing but good vibes.
One of my favorite images I've collected over the past few months. Thanks to my boy Zack Notter for following me on my travels.
Feeling some type of way.
How I'm feeing about this blast of arctic weather we are receiving right now.
So ready to travel.
I'm beyond ready for the warmer months to get here so I can travel and explore what the world has to offer.
William Trostel Photography’s Blog
My random musings as well as photos and videos as I take them on a daily basis.