I guess the goal is always to embody the mood of the place. The small details where the character shows through. I've always been a contemplative photographer when approaching this subject matter and I think it's related to all my years drinking gut rot coffee in road side diners, staring out the window. We've been interviewing the owners of the restaurants and I think the storytelling will add an important layer to the work.
I'm collaborating with my friend and fellow artist, Lindsay MacDonald, on a interactive diner booth installation inspired by restaurants found along the Cowboy Trail in southern Alberta. We've been doing research trips and I think I've got some pics scanned that are working well. more updates to come.