On my most recent photo walks I tried focusing on the people of the neighborhood, the disappearing people that made up the culture of Old East Dallas. Most people I encountered were very friendly and open with me. I always stopped for a bit and chatted with them about anything, life, the city, my project, etc. I also captured several portraits of homeless men and women that I regularly encountered. Each and everyone one of these people were extremely kind to me and I deeply appreciate them. None of these photos are meant for anyone to laugh or gawk at. They are meant for us to learn from and to remember them.
Old East Dallas Gentrification Project
A series documenting the gentrification happening in Old East Dallas on medium format film since 2016
- Photos: Old East Dallas On Black and White Film
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 1
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 2
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 3
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 4
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 5
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 6
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 7
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 8
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 9
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 10
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 11
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 12
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 13
- Photos: Old East Dallas Gentrification, Part 14
Matthew, I really enjoyed looking at the East Dallas photos. I lived in East Dallas for about 5 years, many years ago and I recognize some of the buildings.
Thank you very much! That’s really cool you used to live in Old East Dallas, it’s a very interesting neighborhood with a lot of history and culture.