Chip.ka.fka by auntietk
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On that famous sunny Saturday in Chicago when the ninja photographers got together and had such a fun time, I took a LOT of pictures of Chip! It seemed like he was always in motion, always doing something, always engaged. Besides that, he's one of my favorite people on THIS planet (and absolutely my number one favorite on three others) and it's hard to NOT take pictures of him!
You know him as author and artist, as the creator of worlds and characters and moods, as a lover of woodlice and a certain handsome Russian, as a chronicler of Chicago's quirks and charms.
I hope you'll enjoy seeing him through these snapshots as friend and companion, as well. Chip is funny, thoughtful, silly, spontaneous, brilliant, charming, and cute as all get-out. His mind really is as encyclopedic as you might imagine, and he's a total hoot to hang out with.
If the title of this post doesn't make sense to you, go check out Chip's gallery. It will all become clear in due time ...
... I just hope he doesn't kill me for this! LOL!
CHIPKA
Comments (40)
Faemike55
Fantastic collection of photos! I like his style - not afraid to get down on the ground to get the shot!
bazza
Nice collage of Chip Tara he certainly does look busy lol, well done!!
elfin14doaks
I remember this. Not the single collage but mostly all the rest. He was always doing something, and I loved how he just left the cup up there.This is really great.
RodS
Nice collage, Tara! I've seen his photos and enjoy reading his thoughts on them. Seems like Chip's a pretty cool dude, and definitely commited to his art.
MrsLubner
No need to sell me on Chip. I'm already a fan. :-)
Isabelle711
Excellent collage of a very good friend. :))) Friends are hard to find and when you do find one hold on to them. :))) Perfect Images. :))) Thank you for sharing Chip. :))) Carry A Smile In Your Heart :)))
jocko500
He cool too. I read his words and they are deep. He look like he knows what he doing here. It be hard for me to get down like he does to take shots. I do but it hard on me. he must be younger that me lol. Happy to see that not all Chicago is gangests like you read in books or see on tv. That is what I think of Chicago. Machine guns blasting out of 1920's cars lol I old
beachzz
Omigosh--you captured Chip to the nth degree--this is SO him, and SO perfectly Chipish. That Saturday, that whole trip,I remember it all as though it happened yesterday. He is all you say, and I can't wait to do it again- I dream of that Persian food!1
babuci
Looks to me he is never stops. Great collage of your friend and a different positions he is taking photos.
Sea_Dog
What a great collage. I haven't met Chip except through his words and images but after seeing this collection I feel like I see a new dimension in him. Great work
hipps13
this is really cool and what fun you much have had wonderful work, Tara May warm hugs and love, Linda Kaye
mbz2662
You brought a smile to my face :) Super collage, and I absolutely love how you included Franz Kafka in the image. Love the title :D
Meisiekind
Oh Tara - how wonderful! I'm with PJ - already a huge Chip fan, but this collage will endear him even more! He is one of the people that I know I absolutely HAVE to meet and I know I will... Either in the US or Africa. Excellent collage of a wonderful artist and author!!! Love you Chip!!!!
blinkings
Great photos of the ole guy! I laughed when I saw him on the ground zooming in on the concrete! Thats just what I would do too!!!!!
bmac62
Eight first class pictures of the master of the Chicago's Greenwich Village writing crowd. Is there such a place? No, not by name but by intent. Great collage Auntie:)))
faroutsider
The man behind the carapace...! Great collage of one of my favourite artists/writers. (If he does kill you for this, it will be in the most artistic and articulate way possible, but I rather suspect he will choose some more appropriate punishment, like a tickle fest, or slow immersion in impossible-to-pronounce eastern european words...)
Katraz
Great portraits in a great collage, and he makes me sweat just looking at the pictures.
bugatti
nice shots and character ... suppose he took you as a subject too ...
cfulton
A stunning collage - great dedication to a special friend and character. Well done, Clive
durleybeachbum
WONDERFUL! It makes me feel as though I too have met him, and shows all those qualities you mention. And I'm glad you squeezed Kafka in there too.
whaleman
Thanks for the wonderful look at the "Man of Words!" I enjoyed the insight. Now I don't know if Chip has balance that fine, or if you added the Pepsi beverage, but it shows a propensity for choosing that over Coke, and I'm sure that could lead into a very dark story with inky shadows exactly the shade of Pepsi, along with bubbles continuously emerging from unknown sources and bursting forth in a cacophony of little tiny sounds having meaning that can only be realized if you are listening with intensity...
jascorpio
Wonderful Collage!!!
debbielove
Now THERE is a dedicated photographer at work... Look at that ..... crawling on the floor! If I tried that here, I'd be carted off! To somewhere where small strange looking men wear white coats! And the rooms are padded! Brilliant! Take care guys.. Have fun... Rob
nikolais
bravo to the author and the model!
MrsRatbag
FANTASTIC collage; it seems to be a real person, not just a collection of poses!
Valentin
A face that tells us so many things about his life.. Superb portraits!!
helanker
OHHH YEAAH! There is our excellent writer and photographer. That is indeed a wonderful collage of our tall friend. I like it so very much, Tara. Thank you for sharing this :-)))
lwperkins
Those are so cool--I'm torn between my fave being the one of him in front of the fountain, or the one looking down into that teeeny sidewalk paving (I wonder what is down there?) Such a nice character study!
myrrhluz
This is excellent! Each photo is a window and the composition superb! A wonderful example of his many faceted talent and personality. I don't think I could pick a favorite, but only a favorite of the moment. This moment it is the eyes looking a Kafka. Perfect title and collage!
watapki66
Very wonderful collage!