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April 17, 2012 at 02:56PM

erikhoward — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:07:49 +0000

2050 – Walking through the old Higgins Elementary is a sad stroll #iSpySW via SMS

Unique Opportunity To Support Programming Targeting Youth Involved In Graffiti Art!!

erikhoward — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 21:20:39 +0000

PARIS’ QUINCEANERA–HOLY REDEEMER, SOUTHWEST DETROIT

erikhoward — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 03:19:34 +0000

Relatives and friends of the family came to celebrate from all over Metro Detroit and even from as far as Chicago. A family atmosphere is what was chosen to commemorate Paris’ 15th birthday. A memorable evening of conversation, food, live entertainment, and dancing children will long live in the stories of all who were able to make it. Thank you to the Campos family for having me document this special event in their lives! Enjoy the preview…

DJ CLAY PHOTO SHOOT II

erikhoward — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 19:24:45 +0000

New artists, mixtapes, and albums mean new photos!! DJ Clay and his roster of artists have been busy in the studio and have some upcoming projects getting ready to drop. Here’s some excerpts from our shoot in the studio and at several locations around southwest Detroit.

TONY’S MONTE SS

erikhoward — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 15:49:30 +0000

On an unseasonably warm fall afternoon in late October we took Tony’s SS out for a spin and shoot. The old Michigan Central Depot and the Ste Anne’s neighborhood provided the perfect backdrop to show off the features of this gorgeous Chevy. After a few shots we headed downtown to pose in front of Comerica Park.

AFTERNOON IN CORKTOWN

erikhoward — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:41:54 +0000

In an effort to better document the different parts of the neighborhood I spent a couple hours in Corktown in southwest Detroit a couple weeks back. The vintage storefronts and energy in the architecture and community in general makes a great subject. Enjoy the pics.

MICHIGAN AVENUE BIKE RIDE

erikhoward — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 19:05:28 +0000

While riding between the mechanic’s garage and my house I was able to snap some pictures along Michigan Avenue.

SOUTHWEST DETROIT TO WYANDOTTE AND BACK

erikhoward — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:40:27 +0000

The time off of work has given me the LONG overdue opportunity to explore my community by foot (and pedal). Inspired by an article written in ModelD (http://www.modeldmedia.com/features/motorlesscity15708.aspx ) about a guy who ditched his car for one month in Detroit to use public transportation, I decided to try my luck getting between communities by bike and bus. And of course I had to take a camera with me.

The public transportation here in Detroit has a sub-standard reputation at best. Part of the ploy to keep everyone in Detroit on their own wheels and contributing to the local economy (cars) I’m sure. But the article said that while it IS quirky, with some know-how (and some luck) its doable. My experience was about a 7 out of 10 as I had to ride for 4 miles to a stop that was going where I needed to be. But it was on time. I will definitely do it again. Here’s some pictures from my adventure.

DJ CLAY AND FRIENDS

erikhoward — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 21:00:33 +0000

Today DJ Clay and other members from his label got together at their studio in Southwest Detroit for a little recording and some photographs.