Category Archives: 30 Strangers-2009

Kiera Haddock photographs 30 Strangers exhibit

By justin | Published: July 7, 2009
I asked Kiera Haddock to photograph the crowd on the night of the 30 Strangers exhibit. I love the things she sees and the way she tells the story. There’s always cleverness and surprise and never anything trite. You’ll see what I’m mean if you check out her blog: http://peaceandpandemonium.blogspot.com/ Here’s the magic she cooked [...]
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30 Strangers Exhibit – Artist Statement

By justin | Published: July 7, 2009
Artist Statement – 30 Strangers exhibit A famous war photographer once said, “If your pictures aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.” He meant close, as in proximity. He meant move in close and leave anything out that isn’t necessary. And for a long time that’s the only way I read the quote, until a [...]
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30 Strangers Exhibit – This Thursday!

By justin | Published: June 30, 2009
This Thursday is our 30 Strangers exhibit. Come see the results of our project from April 2009. Here are the details: July 2nd, 6-9pm 1 East Center Street #215 Provo, UT Be a part of art and activism and join us for the exhibit in an effort to help local victims of domestic violence. Particpants [...]
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Photography exhibit sponsors

By justin | Published: June 30, 2009
Thanks to our 30 Strangers exhibit sponsors. We couldn’t be doing it without you. They are: REMS Lost Lake Studios Pictureline Epson Alta Moda Bridal The Mandate Press Enizio Salon Spoon Me The Sweet Tooth Fairy Kendra Last Book Binding Here are the details: July 2nd, 6-9pm 1 East Center Street #215 Provo, UT
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Press Release for the 30 Strangers Exhibit

By justin | Published: June 23, 2009
Photography Show Benefits Women’s Shelter Provo, Utah – June 23, 2009 – How did one photographer and 30 strangers team up to help local victims of domestic violence? Find out when art and activism come together at a downtown Provo gallery on Thursday, July 2. Featuring the work of Justin Hackworth, the “30 Strangers II: [...]
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30 Strangers II – Book available on Blurb

By justin | Published: June 16, 2009
The 30 Strangers II – Portraits of Mothers and Daughters book is now available on Blurb. I just got mine today and it looks fabulous. Get yours here. 30 Strangers II Portraits of Mother… By Justin Hackworth Book Preview
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30 Strangers – A Visual Summary

By justin | Published: June 1, 2009
Here’s a visual summary of our 30 Strangers project from 2009. What’s the 30 Strangers project? Here’s where you can read about this portrait project and fund raiser. And while the photographs have all been taken, we aren’t finished yet. We’re planning an exhibit for July 2nd (more details to follow soon) and I can’t [...]
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Brand New Cool Thing – Our Newsletter

By justin | Published: June 1, 2009
Want to stay informed about all Justin Hackworth Photography specials, news, or exhibits? Then sign up for our newsletter. We’ll email you periodically (don’t worry, we won’t go nuts). For example, want to know when our 30 Strangers exhibit will be? Sign up for the newsletter. Want to know when our next 30 Strangers project [...]
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Thirty Strangers – Day Thirty (last day)

By justin | Published: April 30, 2009
…. 30 portraits in 30 days, now finished. Thank you, all.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty Nine

By justin | Published: April 30, 2009
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty-Eight

By justin | Published: April 29, 2009
Courtney and Cindy. Beautiful. And to the seven or eight people on the planet that haven’t already bookmarked her site, check out Courtney’s blog here. …. Want pictures like this for yourself and the people you love? We should talk. Justin Hackworth photographs happy people and beautiful events and wants to photograph you.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty-Seven

By justin | Published: April 28, 2009
Rachel came from Colorado to be photographed with her mother, grandmother, and daughter. That’s cool, but here’s the even cooler part. It was a surprise to her mother–her arrival, the portrait session–the whole thing. I love that. …. Side-story:  Rachel had a little girl with her that, at one point, wasn’t all that happy. So [...]
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty-Six

By justin | Published: April 27, 2009
…. Justin Hackworth photographs happy people and beautiful events and wants to photograph you.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty-Five

By justin | Published: April 25, 2009
…. Justin Hackworth photographs happy people and beautiful events and wants to photograph you.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty-Four

By justin | Published: April 25, 2009
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty-Three

By justin | Published: April 24, 2009
…. Want pictures like this for you and the people you love? We should talk.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twenty-Two

By justin | Published: April 23, 2009
…. Want pictures like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? I know just the guy to photograph your wedding.
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30 Strangers – Day Twenty-One

By justin | Published: April 21, 2009
…. Justin Hackworth photographs beautiful events and happy people. Want pictures like this for yourself? We should talk.
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30 Strangers – Day Twenty

By justin | Published: April 21, 2009
Me: What is your teacher’s name? Daughter: Miss Sage. Me: That’s a pretty name. Is she nice or mean? Daughter: Nice. Me: Is she old or young? Daughter: She’s partly old. Me: Am I old or young? Daughter: (giggle, giggle) You’re OLD. …. Justin Hackworth photographs beautiful events and happy people. Want pictures like this [...]
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30 Strangers – Day Nineteen

By justin | Published: April 19, 2009
…. Want pictures like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? I know just the guy to photograph your wedding.
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30 Strangers – Day Eighteen

By justin | Published: April 19, 2009
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30 Strangers – Day Seventeen

By justin | Published: April 17, 2009
….. When was the last time you had family pictures taken? We should talk. Getting married? We do weddings!
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30 Strangers – Day Sixteen

By justin | Published: April 17, 2009
…. Want pictures like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? Give me a jingle. I’ll catch you on the jangle.
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30 Strangers – Day Fifteen

By justin | Published: April 16, 2009
…. Justin Hackworth Photography photographs happy families and beautiful events. Getting married? We should talk.
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30 Strangers – Day Fourteen

By justin | Published: April 16, 2009
…. Me: What do you want to be when you grow up? Her: A dentist. Me: Why do you want to be a dentist? Her: Because when I tell people “it’s your turn” they will come right then. Sarah is an illustrator. Do yourself a favor and check out her work here. I LOVE what [...]
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Thirty Strangers – Day Thirteen

By justin | Published: April 15, 2009
…. Want picutres like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? We do weddings! Need carpets cleaned? Sorry. Can’t help you there.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Twelve

By justin | Published: April 13, 2009
Someone in these photographs is 100 years old! (I’m going to let you guess which person). When I asked the secret to her long life and what she ate, I got this answer: Bacon. …. Looking for family photographs just like mama used to make? I don’t know what to tell you there, but if [...]
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Thirty Strangers – Day Eleven

By justin | Published: April 12, 2009
….. There’s no sense in getting family pictures as often as you brush your teeth. Once a year will do. Been longer than a year? We should talk. Getting hitched? We do that too.
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30 Strangers Update

By justin | Published: April 10, 2009
We’re now 1/3 finished with the 30 Strangers project. I love how it’s been going so far, I’ve loved meeting the people that have already been here, and to tell you the truth, I’m going to be sad when this thing is over. I also wanted to remind you that we’re raising money for charity. [...]
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Thirty Strangers – Day Ten – Portraits

By justin | Published: April 10, 2009
Later, Megan’s sisters showed up and I took pictures of the whole group. Amongst themselves there was some catching up to do, of course, so the conversation included this gem. One sister: Today my son ate two of my birth control pills. He’s fine. The lady at poison control said he could eat the whole [...]
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Thirty Strangers – Day Nine – Utah portrait photography

By justin | Published: April 9, 2009
Me: Do you have some good friends? Daughter: Yes. Me: Who’s your best friend? Daughter: Julia Me: What does she like? Daughter: Sugar. …… Want pictures like this for you and the people you love? We should talk.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Eight

By justin | Published: April 8, 2009
…… Want picutres like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? We do weddings!
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Thirty Strangers – Day Seven

By justin | Published: April 8, 2009
Justin: So, what do you like to do? Do you play the guitar? Do you ride a skateboard? The mother: Tell him what you like to do. Tell him what you do as soon as you get home from school every day. The daughter: You mean, eat? …… When was the last time you had [...]
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Thirty Strangers – Day Six

By justin | Published: April 6, 2009
…… Want picutres like this for you and the people you love?
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Thirty Strangers – Day Five

By justin | Published: April 5, 2009
…… Justin Hackworth Photography photographs happy families and beautiful events.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Four

By justin | Published: April 4, 2009
Four generations …… Want picutres like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? We do weddings! Interested in buying some real estate? Sorry can’t help you there.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Three

By justin | Published: April 4, 2009
Justin: (to the daughter) It’s Friday night. What are you going to do tonight? Daughter: I don’t know. Mother: You’re going to babysit. Daughter: Babysit? Why? Mother: Because Mama looks hot. I’m going out. …… Ensure family harmony by getting photographed together on a regular basis. Getting married? We should talk.
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Thirty Strangers – Day Two

By justin | Published: April 2, 2009
…… Want picutres like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? We do weddings!
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Thirty Strangers – Day One

By justin | Published: April 1, 2009
Ashley said, “No one in our family is very tall. We’re a fun size” …… Want picutres like this for you and the people you love? We should talk. Getting married? We do weddings!
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30 Strangers – Round Two!

By justin | Published: March 17, 2009
We’re excited to announce a new photography project coming up next month. It’s called 30 Strangers: Generations, and it’s inspired by the 30 Strangers project I completed in June 2008. (See it here). The idea behind the project is to photograph 30 portraits of 30 strangers in 30 days. This year, every day in April, [...]
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