That’s what they say. I can’t testify for certain, as I’ve only seen Dallas during a 10-day work trip in October. Besides the trucks, highways, parking lots, and food portions, I can’t say that everything was bigger. One thing, however, that was definitely bigger than ever was my appetite to shoot with Captain Click.
I’ve probably already complained about how expensive analog photography is. Even when using the standard Fujifilm C200—which costs me about half as much as the more popular Kodak Gold and a third of Kodak Portra—each shot still ends up costing nearly 50 euro cents after development and scanning by a professional lab in Amsterdam, like Key Color. All this is to say, I’m often nervous when the long-awaited photos come back from the lab, as the number of truly good shots always feels like a gamble. That said, after this trip, I’m quite satisfied. Most of the photos turned out well—and many are even blog-worthy.
Afternoon walk in Deep Ellum
On my first day in the late afternoon I went to Deep Ellum, which is a vibrant arts district known for its colorful street art, murals, and industrial architecture, making it a paradise for photographers.
Saturday in Fort Worth Stockyards
Before leaving on my trip, a friend who had previously visited Texas as a tourist highly recommended visiting the historic Fort Worth Stockyards for an authentic Texan cultural experience. Upon arriving, I understood exactly what he meant, as this place truly embodies everything Texas has to offer, in a sort of a open-air museum setting.
Downtown Dallas
The following photos are a collection of evening walks in downtown Dallas. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but there’s something about the light at sunset in Dallas that feels different from what I’m used to—in a positive way. Beyond the soft light, the colors also seem slightly unique. It could be the proximity to the equator or perhaps the pollution in the air; either way, I thoroughly enjoyed capturing these moments during the golden hour walks. In addition to the light, the main streets in downtown are also very long and perfectly positioned in such a way that at sunset the light shines through the buildings, creating endless perfect photo opportunities.
