Project W Blog

I have been posting to this blog for over 14 years, which continues to be my main photography communication vehicle. Content will be varied and in the spirit of my approach to photography which I describe as “Slice of Life”. The Project W pages on my website are a curated collection of work representing the “Best Of” images posted here on the Blog. With a subscription (see form below), you'll continue to receive an email with content whenever I post to the Project W Blog.

Thanks to all of you who have followed this photo blog for many years and welcome to any newcomers. My hope is that the images and stories are interesting and thought-provoking as I continue this creative journey. As always, comments, critiques and suggestions are welcome and appreciated as they often lead to new ideas and inspiration.

Thank You.
Jeff

Stay On The Good Side

Oct 10, 2026

Definitely don't want to get her angry! Leica M EV1 @ f2.4 | 28mm | 1/160 sec | ISO 64Voigtlander 28mm F2 UltronPhotographed 10/8/26

It's A Crapshoot

Oct 09, 2026

52Frames - Week 41 - CurvesEC: Chiaroscuro Pun intended. Leica M EV1 @ f8 | 28mm | 1/125 sec | ISO 8000Voigtlander 28mm F2 Ultron Photographed 10/7/26

"Stay Back"

Oct 06, 2026

Squirrel IslandChicago, IL His body language was clear. Leica D-Lux 8 @ f4 | 75mm (equiv) | 1/250 | ISO 1000Leica DC Vario-Summilux F1.7-2.8 24-75mm (equiv) ASPH Photographed 10/3/26

Onset Of Fall Color

Oct 05, 2026

Fall color scenes along the Des Plaines River TrailLincolnshire, ILLeica M EV1 | Leitz Wetzlar 50mm F2 Summicron v3Photographed 10/4/26 Stepping UpRorschach Reflection 1Rorschach Reflection 2

Freedom Of Speech

Oct 04, 2026

As seen pulling into a parking space. Decided to keep political commentary out of my 52F submission. Apple iPhone 15 Pro @ f1.8 | 1/1400 | 6.8mm (24mm equiv) | ISO 80  Photographed 10/1/26

"Bullet" Tony

Oct 02, 2026

52Frames - Week 40 - Shoot With A Phone At breakfast, I sat across from this older gentleman selling key chains he made from old ammunition. Tony is an 86 year old retired US Marine veteran who served during the Vietnam era. He then spent over 40 years as a truck driver logging over 2 million...

How Much Is That Trumpet In The Window?

Sep 30, 2026

Evanston, IL Captured this scene a couple of weeks ago when working on the 52Frames "Music" challenge. Leica M EV1 @ F2 | 40mm | 1/500 sec | ISO 64Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic Photographed 9/16/26

Catch & Release

Sep 29, 2026

Century ParkVernon Hills, ILAfternoon scoping out potential golden hour photo locations. Ended up not using this location but it is a nice scene nonetheless. Also testing new blog posting distribution.Leica D-Lux 8 @ f2.8 | 35mm (equiv) | 1/2000 | ISO 100Leica DC Vario-Summilux...

Got My Eye On You

Sep 28, 2026

Highwood, ILA detail from an @annapmurphy mural. Leica M EV1 @ f2 | 28mm | 1/125 sec | ISO 250 Voigtlander 28mm F2 Ultron Photographed 9/18/26

Highwood COC Photowalk

Sep 27, 2026

A few photos from the Highwood, IL Chamber of Commerce photowalk on 9/18/26. All photographed with:Leica M EV1 and Voigtlander 28mm F2 Ultron Red Door 1 Red Door 2 Red Lamp Catch The Rain Barber Chaos

Home Of The Cougars

Sep 26, 2026

52Frames - Week 39 - Golden HourAlthough very cloudy, I went out to get a specific photo for golden hour at sunset. This was not the scene I originally had in mind; rather I came across some fortuitous athletic activity behind the fence at an adjacent high school sports complex.A break in the...