Streets of Chrome: Damian Riehl from Chrome Industries on Vimeo.
Always fun and inspiring to dive into a little Damian action.
Here’s a few of Damian’s shots I’m in love with from the Chrome Blog. Go check that out for sure!
Archives: Damian Riehl
Damian Riehl // Film Photography
Just went over and checked out Damian Riehl’s site. So. GNARLY!! Big inspiration to grow as a film photography. Above are the top 3 photos that I’m in love with.
Why do I dive deep into Damian’s work?
“I am self taught, choosing to cut my teeth with fully mechanical film photography. That and my longtime job as a bicycle messenger have been perfect as the vehicles to get me to where I am. I started out shooting for myself, but I have grown to love sharing what I do with others. My style as I see it is obvious and to the point, born from my photographic interests in architecture(order, form, balance, harmony, and cleanliness bordering on standardized perfection) and skateboarding(raw, free flowing and a bit more individualistic, yet very under control). One part documentary and one part artistic expression, often at the same time, and without overpowering the subject, but adding to its presentation. I feel a respect to whatever I shoot and always hope to portray it in the most palatable manner possible.”
That’s why…
Go get Riehl!! Happy Friday. Take advantage of your day. Cheers!
Matt Lingo Visits Portland
Photo by Matt Lingo
It seems like right after I leave Portland everyone is visiting that great city! Matt Lingo had the opportunity to go and shoot for Chrome Industries and Leader all in one trip (best trip status). With all that greatness happening, photo bro love between Matt and Damian Riehl happened… but I’ll let you read about that for yourself.
The reason I bring up good ol’ Damian is right before I went out with Aaron Edge and Joshua Bryant on our ride of the 11 Portland bridges… I ran into Damian at Stumptown. Aaron informed me that Damian was a messenger and very rad photographer. So my initial thought was… ‘SWEET! I want to meet that dude’ . Super nice and genuine fella! Hopefully next trip to the great NW will incorporate a ride with him.
Anyways… Mr. Lingo is always bringing the heat with super solid photos! Go check out the recap of Matt’s trip. It brought back good memories. This shot was my favorite of the bunch.