Words cannot explain how amazing Today truly was! We started off at 5:45 for sunrise from SkyDeck Chicago, and can I say it was freaking amazing! During our tour, I took a moment and sat on the floor and focused on how blessed I am to have been selected for this journey. I've been on the verge of tears today because of how blessed I feel to be here.
Here are a few photos from our trip to the SkyDeck!
After we left SkyDeck, we headed back to the hotel to recharge before making our way to the Passion Passport Chicago Instameet. I couldn't believe how many amazing and talented creatives showed up! We then embarked on a two mile walk through the city. During the walk, I was able to meet up with my unforgiving lover... harsh light. We ended up at a nice little spot called the SoHo House. While there, I met up with a young man named Mike Brandt. Mike and I spoke for a while about portrait and street photography and I was amazed by his love for photography. I was even more amazed when Mike told me he was only 16 and only has been shooting for 2 months. Mike is a supporter of a portrait account I created, Make portraits not war. It was my absolute pleasure to meet Mike and to have my portrait taken by him.
After a few drinks and some of the best chicken nuggets I've ever tasted, we were off to tour the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art. I feel like when it comes to empty museums, the photos should do all of the talking. Note: Only sharing a couple (gotta build suspense for the others. :-) )
We spent about 45 minutes exploring the empty halls of the Chicago MCA before walking over to the Hancock building to see the sunset from 360Chicago. The General Manager personally welcomed us with champagne. Talk about feeling special, right? We spent a good portion of the evening taking in the sunset, and enjoying each other's company. This was one of the experiences that I'll never forget!
A toast to Chicago!
My roomie Mat, taking in the sunset.
After SkyDeck, we were told to head back to the hotel and details would be there about what our "surprise" was for the evening. Around 8:30, we received a message with a room number. All I can say about the surprise is... TURN UP!
Portrait of me by Mike Brandt! So amazing.
Until next time!