Westside Passion

Leica Store

Chicago, IL

On Saturday 8/15/26, I had the privilege of attending a discussion and book signing of local photographer Kenn Cook Jr.  I will not attempt to describe Kenn's passion; rather am providing a link where his work is best described and book can be purchased.  From The Westside, With Love

Needless to say, it was an awesome & inspiring afternoon.

Minolta X-700 @ f4 | 28mm | Ilford HP5+ | ISO 400

MD Minolta Celtic 28mm F2.8

Photographed 8/15/26

Non-Verbal Communication

Michigan Avenue

Chicago, IL

Making a statement. Couldn't agree more.

Leica M EV1 @ f4 | 40mm | 1/160 sec | ISO 250

Voigtlander 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

Photographed 8/15/26

After Hours

Highwood, IL

Leica M EV1 @ f4 | 28mm | 1/125 sec | ISO 1600

Voigtlander 28mm F2 Ultron w/ 1/4 Pro-mist filter

Photographed 8/15/26

Laugh-In

52Frames - Week 33 - Night

No astro this week in the Chicago area!

Went out looking for a good night scene to complete this week's challenge.  Highwood, IL never disappoints.  It was a hot, humid, misty night so I thought a photo op around the train station might surface.  This scene immediately reminded me of the 1968-1973 TV show, Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In.

All Photos:    Leica M EV1 @ 2.8 | 28mm | SS varies | ISO varies

                        Voigtlander 28mm F2 Ultron w/ 1/4 Pro-mist filter


All Photographed 8/15/26

Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In

ALTERNATES

Just Hanging

Kenosha-bound

Windows To The World Of Frunchroom Collective

Libertyville, IL

Last Saturday I had the pleasure of spending time at Frunchroom Collective to see Due Dolci make some beautiful music.  I was introduced to Frunchroom by my cousin and have been a frequent visitor since.  Great coffee & delectables and a comfortable, inviting atmosphere...everything you could want in a local coffee house.

Leica M EV1 @ f2 | 40mm | 1/160 sec | ISO 80

Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

Photographed 8/8/26