Southern High: Original Photography Series by Matt Pye

in photography •  7 years ago 

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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.

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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.

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St. Pius X Catholic High, 2017

A large truck carrying brand new football equipment - navigating the small terrace of the stadium.

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Senior Two, 2017

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North Atlanta High, 2017

Scaffolding, for repairs on a broken spiral-staircase - leading to the theatre's catwalk.

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Senior Three, 2017

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MLK High, 2017

Stage entrance to the theatre of the Martin Luther King High school.

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Senior four, 2017

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West Hall High, 2017

Portables of a very rural high school - almost prison like in appearance.

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Senior Five, 2017

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Grady High, 2017

Reflections of the newly installed floor of a lunchroom where children eat prison grade food.

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Senior Six, 2017

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Lakeside High, 2017

Early morning light warms the ghostly emptiness of school structures before 1st period.

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Senior Seven, 2017

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Rabun Gap International, 2017

Fog rolls in - covering the northern, charter school.

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Senior Eight, 2017

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Wheeler High, 2017

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Senior Nine, 2017

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East Lake High, 2017

All photos in this series are © 2017 Matt Pye. All rights reserved

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