Photo walks in neighborhoods other than my own provide a much-needed change of scenery, and almost always lead to new and interesting photo subjects. In the Kansas City area there are many well-established neighborhoods with unique architecture, community diversity, and personality.
One such area, Columbus Park, is a place I’ve visited often over the years. It’s an easy neighborhood for a walkabout, and one with a lot of history and visual interest.
No matter where I go with my camera, I seem to be drawn to the same subjects. A mix of vintage signage, street art, and plant life almost always catch my eye.
The best finds are often in the side streets and alleyways. It’s always worth taking a look!
What are your favorite places to explore with camera in hand? Are they urban or rural? Familiar or brand new? I’d love to know what gets your creative juices flowing!
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I love both rural and urban photography. I used to tour different parts of my home city with a photography friend and loved discovering new things, especially little details along the way. Then my friend moved home to the States, and I haven’t had the drive to go by myself, sadly. As my own neighbourhood is very boring, these days I mostly take seasonal pics around the garden and the fields surrounding it.
It’s definitely more fun to explore with a friend! I also enjoy taking photos in rural areas, but it involves much more driving. ?
Yep, discovering the familiar is my jam! Love walking around my neighborhood, seeing something new in the old familiar places. Thanks for the encouragement, Leslie.
My suburban area is a little too ordinary for my taste, haha! That’s why I visit some of the older neighborhoods in the city for inspiration.
This feels like your happy place! Me? I love being by the sea.
Oh, of the sea was an option, it would definitely be my first choice, ?