The Bagel Jar

In December 2020, I did a nominations-based giveaway catered to local creators. I wanted to support our community and small business which was so greatly affected by the pandemic. Enter, The Bagel Jar. I had the privilege of entering into their space (the kitchen at Public Espresso) and sharing their story. My call time was 3am which is a *late* start for them. They work through the night after their full-time work during the day. I learned all about the making of one of the key ingredients to one of my favorite things, breakfast sandwiches. I witnessed firsthand the hard work that Morgan and John put in every single night and left their kitchen equally impressed and inspired.

Find them online at: website: thebageljar.com | instagram: @thebageljar

The Ironwood Co

Branding session with Patrick Daigler of The Ironwood Co. I got to watch the sparks fly with this new wood and steel table making venture as I documented their first welding day. Follow @the.ironwood.co on Instagram for more.

Jake Choate Fishing

I got to tag along and share the story of Jake, an avid fisherman who finds peace in the solitude and beauty of the early morning nature. The story may seem incomplete without a fish at the end but getting out was good enough for both us. We got a lot of good hiking and views in. Can’t wait to get back out there to get some monsters.

"For Nothing" Media Day

I was approached by Director Steven Quach to document and share the story of media day for a new television series being filmed in Buffalo, NY. The series is based on author Nicholas Denmon’s best-selling book series titled “For Nothing.” I tagged along for interviews as well as some exploring of the city as they scouted locations for the pilot episode. I immediately connected with Steven, Nicholas, and Co-Producer, Sean Gloria and joined the crew as the official behind the scenes photographer for the pilot episode.

New House Leatherworks - Making of a Jans Wallet

An inside look of the making of the Jans Wallet by New House Leatherworks. To see more of Jesse’s work, check out newhouseleatherworks.com or @newhouseleatherworks on Instagram.