July 2026 Postcard

ABOUT THE PHOTO

This photo was taken on July 15, 2026. 

I was in Philadelphia for a work trip and went out specifically in search of a photo for this club. This was taken in Chinatown. I spent many hours walking in circles, taking in all of the signs and lights. The neighborhood was a little bit of a photographer's dream. My only regret is that I didn't get the chance to try any of the restaurants.

I like photographing people when I can, so I stood across the street from this little supermarket and took a few photos of different people walking by. I liked the lighting and, honestly, I really liked the Swiffer in the woman's hand. Kind of a good balance between ordinary and beautiful. Not sure how else to put it.

RECOMMENDED LISTENING: Blue World by John Coltrane 

SETTINGS: 1/50s | f/5.6 | ISO 1600

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My name is Jackie Scharenberg and I make original postcards from nighttime street photos I've taken. These postcards are exclusive prints that I provide to subscribers on a monthly basis. They are never reprinted and never posted online. With over 500 subscribers worldwide, my goal is to share my art offline with anyone who wants to appreciate beauty in the ordinary.

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