Church with Matt Wilhelm

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Photographer

Rob Gregory
Date of Photograph

7/17/17
Technical Info

Nikon D810
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Website

http://RobGregoryFilm.com

I went to church with professional BMX rider, Matt Wilhelm. The St. Boniface Catholic Church in Chicago shut its doors in 1990. Over the past 27 years it has fallen into disrepair, left open to the elements and vandals. It is a beautiful and unique location and we were fortunate to be granted access to it prior to its planned redevelopment. I really liked the juxtaposition of the church and the graffiti. Having Matt dress in a suit was intended to mirror the church, while the smoke bombs and BMX mirror the rest of the environment.

Biography

I am a commercial director and photographer based in Chicago, IL. I am a two-time cancer survivor and right leg amputee. I am active in the disability community and enjoy championing inclusivity in my work.
Awards

Luerzer's Archive, Top 200 Ad Photographers Worldwide Graphis Photography Annual, Gold winner Graphis Advertising Annual, Gold Winner Sony World Photography Awards Professional Campaign Shortlist (Top 50 image out of 230,000. Largest photography competition in the world.) International Photography Awards, 1st place, Court Sports International Photography Awards, 1st Place, Field Sports International Photography Awards, 1st Place, Special Effects Px3 - Paris Photography Prize, Best New Talent of Year Px3 - Paris Photography Prize 1st Place, Advertising Category Creative Quarterly Magazine, Top 100 Artists APA Awards, Series Winner APA Awards 1st Place, Action/Sports Category APG Atlanta Airport Show, Juried Exhibition