Square Peg Pinhole

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Nashville-based film pinhole photographer. It ain't holy unless it's pinhole-y

Black-and-white pinhole photograph looking up from ground level at a large, sprawling tree with twisting branches. A small building appears along the left edge, while blurred leaves, roots and shadows fill the foreground.
A black-and-white pinhole photograph looks down at a shopping cart with a sign showing cart rules across the center of the frame. The sign includes several “NO” icons and one “YES” icon, while metal cart rails and the photographer’s feet appear around the edges in a soft, distorted blur.
A small white cinder-block church sits close to the street on a sunny day. The simple façade has a central double door and two tall front windows, each with a white cross inset. A metal pipe hangs above the doorway, and a small cross is mounted at the top of the stepped roofline. Power lines angle across the sky overhead. Trees surround the building, and a street sign reading “Olney” stands at the right edge of the scene. The image has the soft focus and slight vignetting typical of pinhole photography.
A soft-focus pinhole photograph in a Polaroid-style frame shows two people standing in front of a wooden wall, their upper bodies partly cropped out. The person on the left wears a blue hoodie, a skirt, and sneakers, with one leg bent slightly. The person on the right wears gray dress pants and a light-colored shirt, with an arm positioned around the other person. A wooden-and-metal bench sits behind them. The long-exposure, pinhole quality creates a blurred, dreamy appearance. Blue handwritten text on the border reads “May 15, 2013” and “056/365.”
A black-and-white pinhole photograph taken outside the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. The image is shot from a low angle across a tiled plaza in the foreground. On the left, a dense shrub rises against the base of the hall’s stainless steel exterior, which appears as large, softly reflective metal panels. On the right, the edge of a large spherical sculpture covered in a mosaic surface curves into the frame. The wide-angle pinhole perspective softens details and emphasizes the geometric lines and contrasting textures of the architecture and surrounding elements.
A black-and-white photograph of an industrial river scene. A wide river runs through the foreground, reflecting bright sunlight. On the right side stands a large rectangular power-plant building with tall smokestacks rising into the sky. Dense trees cluster around its base. To the left, an arched steel bridge spans the river, with a small tower structure at its center. Utility poles, cables, and scattered industrial elements line the banks. The sky is bright and mostly featureless.
A black rectangular pinhole camera sits on a wooden railing in the foreground. The camera has a small red film number window in the center and two pieces of worn tape with handwritten exposure notes attached to its front. In the background, the interior atrium of the Marriott Marquis hotel in downtown Atlanta rises dramatically upward, with its curved, ribbed balconies and glass elevators creating a symmetrical, futuristic appearance. The camera is positioned so the soaring atrium structure towers directly behind it.
Pinhole photograph of a dining table with an empty plate, cutlery, and several drink glasses. A blurred figure sits at the table, suggesting motion during the long exposure. Above, string lights and gauzy fabric hang from the ceiling, creating a soft, atmospheric scene.
A pinhole photograph of the Kanawha River at Glen Ferris, West Virginia, taken with a Holga WPC on Kodak Portra 400 film. The long exposure smooths the water’s surface, and trees and rocks along the shoreline appear softly blurred, creating a serene, atmospheric scene.
A pinhole photograph of the New River Gorge Bridge in West Virginia, seen from an overlook. The steel arch bridge spans across a deep forested gorge under a bright sky. A tree trunk is in the foreground. The image has the characteristic soft focus, gentle vignetting, and slight blur typical of pinhole photography, giving it a timeless, atmospheric quality.
A black-and-white pinhole photograph of the Maryland State House in Annapolis. The domed building rises above surrounding trees, with soft focus and gentle vignetting characteristic of pinhole imagery. The sky appears bright and slightly overexposed, while the building’s details are rendered in subtle tonal gradients, giving the scene a quiet, timeless quality.
Pinhole photograph of several tall, weathered Rick houses used for aging whiskey, standing in a row across a grassy landscape. The image has a soft, dreamlike quality with gentle vignetting at the edges and a bright sunflare spilling across the upper corner, diffusing light over the buildings and creating a hazy, nostalgic atmosphere.
Black-and-white pinhole photograph of the inside of the Lincoln Memorial, in Washington D.C., showing the seated statue of Abraham Lincoln framed by tall columns. Several blurred figures of visitors appear in the lower part of the frame, their motion softened by the long exposure. The image has diffused light and gentle tonal contrast, emphasizing stillness within movement.
Pinhole photograph depicting a bronze statue of a cowboy riding a rearing horse, frozen mid-buck. The horse’s front legs are lifted high while the rider leans back, one arm raised, capturing a moment of dynamic tension. The statue sits atop a stone pedestal surrounded by trees whose branches appear blurred and wispy due to the long exposure. The soft, diffused light creates muted tones of gray and brown, and the characteristic vignetting and slight distortion of the pinhole camera lend the image a timeless, dreamlike atmosphere.
A wide-angle pinhole photograph of the New River Gorge Bridge arching high above a deep, forested canyon. Below the bridge, the New River winds through the valley, its surface glinting softly in the diffused light. A small sandy or rocky beach curves along the water’s edge, surrounded by dense green trees. The image has a hazy, dreamlike quality with slight blur and vignetting typical of pinhole photography, emphasizing the bridge’s elegant structure against the tranquil river landscape.
A pinhole photograph taken from the stands inside Wrigley Field during a sunny afternoon baseball game. The image shows rows of green seats filled with spectators, the outfield stretching into the distance, and the iconic manual scoreboard visible above the ivy-covered outfield wall. The edges of the photo have a soft blur typical of pinhole photography, with motion suggesting the slow exposure capturing the crowd’s gentle movement.
A softly blurred pinhole photograph taken inside an airplane cabin, tinted with blue light. A man with glasses and a gray goatee sits by the window, looking outside, while a woman rests her head on his shoulder. The airplane window shows bright daylight, contrasting with the dim, cool-toned interior.
Wide-angle pinhole photograph taken from a high vantage point overlooking Chicago. A large stone structure is visible in the left foreground, with its shadow cast on the surface below. The scene shows a long, straight street running into the distance, lined with low-rise buildings with white rooftops. Beyond the street, the city skyline with tall skyscrapers is visible on the horizon under a clear blue sky. The image has soft focus and slight distortion characteristic of pinhole photography.
Black-and-white pinhole photograph of the Art Institute of Chicago, viewed from a low angle near the ground. The museum’s grand entrance with its steps, arched windows, and triangular pediment dominates the frame. A bronze lion statue on a stone pedestal stands prominently to the right. Flags wave above the staircase, and blurred figures can be faintly seen near the entrance. The image has soft focus and slight motion blur typical of pinhole photography, with tall buildings and a streetlamp visible in the background.
A pinhole photograph of Wrigley Field in Chicago, showing its iconic red marquee lit up with the words “Cubs Win!” The image is taken from a very low angle near the pavement, with a wide view of the stadium and a crowd of people in motion, giving a blurred, ghostlike effect. The sky appears deep blue, and the long exposure creates a soft, dreamlike atmosphere.
A pinhole photograph of passengers seated on the open deck of a boat during an architecture tour on the Chicago River. The foreground shows rows of people in chairs facing forward, while the background features tall skyscrapers along the riverfront. The long exposure creates a blurred, streaking effect that radiates from the city skyline, giving a sense of motion and light trails.
Black-and-white pinhole photograph of Chicago’s Riverwalk, showing tall modern buildings on the left reflected in the smooth, blurred surface of the river. A bridge and distant arch of water are visible in the background. On the right, a railing and mooring post run along the concrete walkway, with the scene softened by the long exposure effect.
Black-and-white pinhole photograph of Chicago’s Millennium Park, showing a person in sunglasses standing in the foreground near the reflective Cloud Gate sculpture (“The Bean”). The sun shines brightly overhead, creating dramatic starburst rays in the sky. The image has soft focus and motion blur, giving it a dreamlike, atmospheric quality with blurred figures walking in the background.
A grainy black-and-white 35mm film photograph of the interior of the Rainbo Club in Chicago. The image shows a bar with ornate carved woodwork framing a stage behind the taps. Several beer taps stand on the counter, with glasses and bottles lined up below. To the right, two patrons face the bar, one in a plaid shirt. A bar tender wearing a black shirt, glasses, and ball cap faces them. The wall features framed art, a mounted deer head, and a clock. The scene is dimly lit, with a glowing overhead light creating a bright spot near the ceiling.
Black-and-white pinhole photograph of a bicycle leaning against a brick wall outside a building. The bike casts a long shadow on the wall, and the low camera angle emphasizes the rough texture of the pavement in the foreground. The building features arched window frames and a barred window to the right.
A pinhole photograph of Kentucky Stonehenge, showing a large stone trilithon structure in the center with upright stones supporting a horizontal capstone. The photo is taken from a very low angle, with rounded white and tan pebbles in sharp focus in the foreground, leading the eye toward the standing stones framed by green trees and a clear blue sky in the background.
A long-exposure pinhole photograph of a small artificial waterfall cascading over dark, wet rocks into a shallow pool, with smooth, mist-like water flow and scattered rounded pebbles visible beneath the surface. In the background, part of a building structure with stairs and railings is visible.
Pinhole photograph of Crater Lake, showing a deep blue, still body of water surrounded by steep caldera walls. In the center of the lake is Wizard Island, a forested volcanic cinder cone. The image has a soft, slightly blurred quality typical of pinhole photography. Tall pine trees frame the foreground on both sides, and the sky is clear and bright blue.
Two framed photographs hang vertically on a dark green wall, near the corner where a light green wall begins on the right. The top image features an abstract, motion-blurred cityscape in warm tones. The bottom image shows a motion-blurred highway scene in cooler tones, with a road and a white truck visible in the distance.
Four framed images hang on a green wall. The frames are arranged in a 2x2 grid. To the left of the wall is a light-colored curtain, partially open, allowing natural light into the space.
A long-exposure pinhole photograph of a tiered waterfall cascading into a calm pool, surrounded by dense green trees. The water appears silky and blurred due to the extended exposure, while the foreground reflects the soft light of the sky. The image has a dreamy, ethereal quality, with visible dust and fibers on the film adding texture and a vintage feel.
A small one-room roadside structure resembling a giant melting ice cube. The walls and canopy are coated in sculpted white stucco “icicles” hanging from the roofline and around supporting columns. The façade includes two paneled doors, a narrow service window, and relief-carved hand‑signal diagrams indicating the amount of ice motorists wanted. A concrete polar bear stands atop the canopy. A low chain-link fence surrounds the property.
A softly lit Polaroid photograph showing a person holding a butterfly in their outstretched hand. The person is out of focus, with only the butterfly and the hand sharply captured in the foreground. The butterfly has yellow and black patterned wings. The background is dark and blurred, creating a dreamy, intimate atmosphere.
Black and white pinhole photograph of Historic Franklin Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee. The image features the church's tall brick facade with arched windows framed by ornate trim. Lace curtains cover the windows, and evergreen trees line the base of the building. A staircase with a wrought iron railing leads to a prominent white doorway. The long exposure creates a soft, ethereal effect, especially in the sky and foliage, enhancing the historic and atmospheric mood.
A black-and-white pinhole photograph taken in winter shows a woman in a long dress standing in a wooded area with bare trees. The image has a soft, ethereal quality with slight motion blur and light leaks typical of pinhole photography. The ground is covered in fallen leaves, and the trees are leafless against a pale sky. The photograph has chemical streaks and a yellow patch at the top center from the instant film development process. The film border is blue.
Black and white pinhole photograph of a stream with large, flat stones. The image shows a pair of semi-transparent feet wearing flip flops, captured in motion and appearing ghostly due to a long exposure. The forest canopy above is blurred, and sunlight filters through the trees in the background. The overall effect is dreamlike and ethereal.
Black and white pinhole photograph of two people sitting on a porch in wicker chairs, facing the camera. They are relaxed with legs crossed, smiling slightly. A small table with drinks sits between them. The scene is framed by a house with horizontal siding, a closed window on the right, and a curtained door on the left. The soft focus and slight motion blur create a dreamy, timeless quality typical of pinhole photography.
Black-and-white pinhole photograph of a porch scene. A dog lies sleeping in the center of the image beneath a bench, partially in shadow. The porch is framed by vertical posts and surrounded by trees, with soft, blurred edges and gentle light filtering through. The image has the dreamy, vignetted quality typical of pinhole photography.
A long-exposure pinhole photograph of a partially destroyed red-brick church with tall white columns at the entrance. The roof is missing or collapsed, and debris is scattered across the grassy slope in the foreground. Leafless tree branches frame the right side of the image, and the sky appears streaked due to the long exposure. A construction fence and sign are visible in the background, indicating possible demolition or restoration work.
A collage of four black and white pinhole photographs. The top-left and bottom-right images each depict a trio of people standing outdoors, their forms blurred with long exposure, creating ghostly, overlapping silhouettes. The top-right image shows a street or path lined with buildings or fences, rendered with strong perspective lines and soft edges. The bottom-left image features an outdoor scene with bare trees and an open field or park, the wide-angle distortion creating a sense of spaciousness and quiet. All four photos share the dreamy, vignetted quality typical of pinhole photography.
Pinhole photograph of a tennis court taken from a low angle, with the camera positioned just in front of the tennis net. A yellow tennis ball sits on the court behind the net, partially obscured by a thick, knotted rope. In the background are chain-link fences, bleachers, and a building under a clear sky. The image has the soft, diffused focus typical of pinhole photography. Handwritten text in blue ink on the white border reads “May 7, 2013” and “49/365,” with the number “50” scratched out above it.
Black and white photograph of a mid-century modern architectural detail showing a decorative concrete screen made of bricks with rounded rectangular cutouts. The repeating geometric pattern creates a grid of window-like openings through which elements of the background—such as trees and building walls—are partially visible.
Black and white pinhole photograph of a kitchen counter, with a strong beam of light cutting across the foreground. The surface appears textured and slightly wet, with water droplets faintly visible. On the counter against the wall, there are several glass bottles, a soap dispenser, and a small framed photo showing a building and open landscape. In the background, a bright window diffuses soft light into the dim room, creating a high-contrast effect and slight blur from the long exposure.
Black and white pinhole photograph of a small storefront labeled "Cairo Eagle Market." The image is slightly blurred, with a wide foreground of concrete pavement leading up to the building. The market has a gabled roof and signs in the windows advertising vapes and lottery tickets. A dark vehicle is parked on the right side, and neighboring buildings are partially visible in the background. The sky appears dramatic, with a mix of clouds and light breaking through.
Black-and-white film photograph showing a person’s legs from mid-thigh down, wearing a knee-length skirt and lace-up boots. The person stands in front of a brick wall, with the ground made of concrete or rough pavement. The composition and grain of the image give it a vintage, documentary feel, likely shot with a film camera.
Black and white pinhole photograph of a forest river flowing over rocks. The long exposure creates a smooth, misty effect on the water, contrasting with the sharp textures of the rocks and the tall, bare trees in the background.
A black and white pinhole photograph of a patient lying in a hospital bed in a softly lit room. The image has a blurred, dreamlike quality typical of pinhole photography. A vertical light streak runs from the top center of the frame, likely caused by a light leak from a loose roll after exposure. Medical equipment and room furnishings are faintly visible, adding to the quiet, introspective mood of the scene.
Black and white pinhole photograph of a rustic log cabin with a metal roof, nestled in a dense forest. The image has a soft, dreamlike quality with slight motion blur typical of long exposure. A stone chimney rises from the center of the cabin, and a small attached shed is visible to the left. Overgrown vegetation surrounds the structure, and tall trees with sparse leaves frame the scene, allowing dappled light to filter through. The film edge on the right reads "ILFORD HP5 PLUS."
Black and white pinhole photograph of several small sailboats pulled up onto a wooden dock, likely for storage or maintenance. The boats are positioned side by side, resting on their hulls with their masts reaching vertically into a bright, overexposed sky. Due to the soft focus and long exposure of the pinhole camera, the edges of the boats appear slightly blurred, giving the image a ghostly, timeless quality. The dock stretches across the bottom of the frame, and faint shadows suggest early morning or late afternoon light. The overall scene feels quiet and still, emphasizing the texture of the dock planks and the graceful, skeletal lines of the masts.
Black and white 35mm film photo of an exterior wall with horizontal wooden siding. The paint is heavily peeling and weathered across the surface. An electric meter, utility boxes, and cables are mounted on the right side of the frame, attached to vertical conduit pipes. The composition emphasizes texture and contrast between the worn wood and the utility hardware.
A vinyl record of DEVO’s “Freedom of Choice” is playing on an Audio-Technica turntable. The album cover, featuring the band members in black outfits and red energy dome hats, is propped up behind the turntable. A lamp above casts a warm light on the scene, and framed artwork is partially visible on both sides of the setup.
A wide-angle pinhole photograph of an old brick warehouse partially covered in ivy, with faded painted lettering on the wall. Shot at closed Neuhoff rendering plant in Nashville. The building has multiple windows and an open doorway. In the foreground, a bright red and orange fire hydrant stands sharply in contrast to the weathered building and overgrown grass surrounding it. The image has a soft focus and a slightly distorted perspective characteristic of pinhole photography.
A weathered, cream-colored building sits on a street corner under a vivid blue sky. Its side wall features a large, faded mural advertising “Goody’s” photo services, including “color film developing,” with the word “Kodak” prominently painted in bold red letters both vertically and horizontally. Above the building, a large vintage sign with peeling paint reads “KODAK DEALER” in red and yellow letters, topped by a rusted metal structure that once supported more signage, now illegible and deteriorated. Graffiti and cracks mar the building’s surface, emphasizing its age and abandonment. On the left side of the frame, two tall, distorted human shadows stretch dramatically across the cracked pavement, suggesting the photo was taken in the early morning or late afternoon. The long exposure of the pinhole camera causes a dreamy softness in focus and adds a slight blur to a few cars moving through the intersection at the right, enhancing the feeling of stillness and time passing. Leafless trees and overhead utility lines frame the scene, contributing to a quiet, slightly melancholic urban atmosphere.
A pinhole photograph of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Paris, France, taken from the base of the front steps. The basilica’s white domes rise prominently against a bright, overexposed sky. The long exposure results in ghostly blurs of people moving on the stairs, while a person in light-colored clothing and bright orange shoes sits still at the center of the lower steps, remaining clearly visible.