ABOUT: Steve Gubin Photography
Steve Gubin is a street and documentary photographer born in Chicago. Although his photographs defy any easy categorization, a careful viewing often reveals an isolated slice of time in which a mystery, an untold story, a hidden significance, or a puzzling ambiguity may be revealed or pondered over.
"This website is dedicated to capturing the essence of urban life through the lens of black and white street photography. My passion for storytelling through images has taken me to the heart and various neighborhoods of Chicago, where I document not only the raw moments of chaos and tranquility but also the unspoken narratives and mysteries of the city and its people."
"I believe that every street, every person, every juxtaposition of light and darkness, has a unique story to tell, and I strive to freeze those untold stories in time. My hope is to create a collection that not only reflects the diverse landscapes and people of Chicago's streets but also resonates with the emotions of viewers. Through my lens, I aim to uncover the beauty in the ordinary and the extraordinary in the mundane."

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
My dedication to the art of street and documentary photography has been recognized through various accolades and honors. My work has been published in Black and White Magazine, displayed at the Colorado Photographic Arts Center and Bing Crosby Hall in San Diego. My video and documentary photography of Balkan Culture in Chicago was selected by the SALT Institute in Istanbul, Turkey for inclusion in their Balkan Archives. In 2015 my book, "Chicago, Illusions of the Literal" was published and is included in many Chicago area libraries.
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