For over 20 years, photographerBarry Butlerhas been inspired by the city ofChicago.
Now, he’s brought together his work in the book,Chicago: A City Above All.
He was unable to use one of his arms for eight months and spent that time teaching himself photography.
These days, Butler spends his hours pursuing his passion and shoots around the world.
But for him, there’s no better place for photography than the Windy City.
I hope people realize that Chicago is the prettiest city in America, Butler tells My Modern Met.
A few years ago, I took a photo at Fullerton Avenue along the lake during the fall.
As I lined up my shot, a gentleman kept walking back and forth in front of my composition.
I was none too happy about it, but I kept my displeasure to myself.
Well, he decided to sit on a bench that was in my composition.
I re-composed the image.
Boom, he made the shot.
That shot reminds me that be patientthings will work themselves out.
Chicago: A City Above Allis available exclusively viaButler’s website.
Each copy will be signed, but act fast, as they’re quickly selling out.
For over 20 years, Barry Butler has been taking memorable photos of Chicago.
His first book contains over 100 of his best Chicago images.
