Gary Stochl

Local Cinderella story Gary Stochl gets a nice profile in today's New York Times.

Unlike many street photographers, Mr. Stochl is not drawn to the odd or shocking, or to the poor or homeless. Rather, he often photographs ordinary commuters and workers, capturing the daily grind of urban living. His subjects typically appear lonely or sad, tending to provoke feelings of gloom and alienation.

"It's not that I dislike happiness," he said, "but I suppose it's not my attitude."

I saw his show at the Cultural Center last month and was quite impressed. Some of Stochl's photos are on display here.

(Via Gapers Block.)