East Lake High, 20
In this series I've been touring high schools in and around the metro Atlanta area. Poverty and inequality have plagued the South since this country's inception and we're quite far from conquering the problem. What I found on my journey was: a deep contrast of environments and privledges, a younger generation full of bright and enthusiastic young men and women, and a serious need for new infrastructure. Though even in the often cold, utilitarian structures - you find mostly good natured people, doing the best they can with what they have. So I've taken a series of portrait and architecture photography to illustrate the contrast between the two.
Senior One, 2017
I've chosen not to show the names and high schools of the portraits in this series, as to not influence your perception of the young person's character or status.
St. Pius X Catholic High, 2017
A large truck carrying brand new football equipment - navigating the small terrace of the stadium.
Senior Two, 2017
North Atlanta High, 2017
Scaffolding, for repairs on a broken spiral-staircase - leading to the theatre's catwalk.
Senior Three, 2017
MLK High, 2017
Stage entrance to the theatre of the Martin Luther King High school.
Senior four, 2017
West Hall High, 2017
Portables of a very rural high school - almost prison like in appearance.
Senior Five, 2017
Grady High, 2017
Reflections of the newly installed floor of a lunchroom where children eat prison grade food.
Senior Six, 2017
Lakeside High, 2017
Early morning light warms the ghostly emptiness of school structures before 1st period.
Senior Seven, 2017
Rabun Gap International, 2017
Fog rolls in - covering the northern, charter school.
Senior Eight, 2017
Wheeler High, 2017
Senior Nine, 2017
East Lake High, 2017
All photos in this series are © 2017 Matt Pye. All rights reserved
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