Hollis Monk Thayer on NYC Street Portraits, Long Term Projects and a Love For Cinema

Image provided by Hollis Monk Thayer

This week I sat down with friend of the pod and co-host of Emulsions, Hollis Monk Thayer.

Hollis is a writer and photographer capturing streets portraits in NYC on film. His eye for style and interesting people is undeniable and this is something we chat about!

How the hell do you approach someone for a portrait? Hollis, who is a self confessed shy person, seems to have a lot of success snapping people out and about. If this is something you’ve wanted to do but felt worried or nervous this episode will help.

You can follow Hollis on Instagram and see his street portrait project come to life or check out his website here to see the full breadth of his work both in photography and writing.

If you haven’t listened to Emulsions podcast then you need to right now! It’s so much more than just photography chat and there is nothing like it in the space so it’s very welcomed.

For a full list of film recommendations from Hollis click here and open yourself up to the amazing world of cinema through his curated choices of must watch movies.