Mike de Leon went to Chicago a couple of weeks ago with the sole intention of doing a bit of people watching. For the record, we think it’s weird and a bit creepy that someone would travel 700 or so miles to take photos of unsuspecting people on the street, but that’s what he did. Click through for the fruits of his anthropological work in the Windy City.
Photos by Mike De Leon
This isn't Chicago. This was on my way to the airport. I was so excited about taking pictures of people in Chicago I shot a couple of premies off in Brooklyn.
The first night in Chicago I found an inviting art show, and I even made some friends.
I met a fairly well-adjusted only child from a single father.
And a lady with a rose garden on her head.
Guess what this guy looks like.
Did you guess Bonnie "Prince" Billy and Jesus' love child?
Chicagoans tend to travel in like minded packs.
A fine primary color coordination.
Sometimes you've got to get nautical for good people watching.
BAM! Right in the kisser.
Is Bukowski alive and in Chicago?
How awesome would it be if these guys were your two gay dads?
After being spotted, I decided it was time to head back to New York. I saw this guy on my way to the airport. He was jobless and had shit on his shoes.
