ben gebo photography

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I made my first ever NFT! This is seven of a ten piece series of interior photographs that I’ve shot over the span of my career. I converted them to a color halftone even though these rare digital pieces will never be in print! You can view the rest of the images and use ETH to purchase at opensea.io/bengebo. I’ll be adding one new NFT a day. They start at 0.03 ETH. 🔸 Bonus! The first person to say something that makes me laugh gets a free NFT from me! Wheeeee! #nft #nftgiveaway #nftartist #nftcommunity #nfts (at Brookline, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CS9UI3zAm3E/?utm_medium=tumblr

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I’ve been having a lot of dreams where I’m flying lately. I wonder why? 🤔 I thought drone photos were fun in the Winter. Now with everything so vibrant I am able to capture nature in it’s most alive state. #drone #dronepic #dronesdaily #dronenature #dronepointofview (at Grafton, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQRvgPyAFsw/?utm_medium=tumblr

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I’m excited to announce that I have a big show in June at the Great Ponds Gallery in Lakeville, Ma. I’ll be showcasing never-before-seen photographs from around the world that I’ve captured over the past decade plus. I created this show to help us feel our deeper connection to nature. I’ll be posting more from the show as we approach the official opening. More details to come! #joshuatree #dronepic #sunsetdrones #droneworld #dronedaily (at Joshua Tree National Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/COse8U1g9bN/?igshid=1gw0ard7hh0z1

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Captures from my last shoot with @lingerhome in Boston. Styling provided by @bethwickwire. Scroll to see other snaps from this setup. It was fun to include my guitar for this shoot! #guitar #interiorstyling #bedroomstyle #interiordesignblog #bedroomstyling (at Boston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CN5C8jJAzKp/?igshid=gl7a7jkmw0jx

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This is Ken, an uncle of a friend of mine. He is a builder, tinkerer and craftsman. It was a joy having met him and hear about what kind of projects he has worked on in his life. He built his house in a very remote part of Vermont and carved an old wizard face out of a deer antler for me when I visited. He also had a little cove of crystals from around the world he built, which I found fascinating. Ken, I salute you. #intheshop #antler #workshop #workshoplife #workshopinstagram (at Vermont) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNKu79xgTll/?igshid=1c4zslppakt2j

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A beautiful old mill building in Newton I captured for @krausassociates. There were so many spaces inside there and I found myself getting lost quite a bit! Photographing architectural projects that have such a rich history and character like 1234 Chesnut is why I love my job. Swipe to see other exterior pictures. #millbuilding #factory #oldarchitecture #bostonarchitecture #brickbuildings (at Newton, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLFIb-wgeq3/?igshid=4766oes1fd0w

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Today would have been my father's 67th birthday. It's only been a few months since his passing and I found more of him inside me than I ever knew. When I think of Dave Gebo, what first comes to mind is his wisdom, values, strong character, love for those around him and his sincere laugh. He cared for my brother and I so deeply and I try to keep him alive through my actions. Be nice to everyone and work hard. That's what he taught me and it's those simple actions that have given me the life and community I have cultivated. Thinkering, gardening and fixing things are the activities I find help still keep him close to me. 🔸 His death has strengthened my desire to truly be the best version of myself I can be. I have chosen to surround myself with others who help me stretch the days, lose track of time, make me laugh and enable me to flourish. Since his passing, I have found myself desiring to create, travel and build upon meaningful relationships more than I ever have. We had some of his remains made into these beautiful stones (swipe to see). Wherever I travel he can now join me in taking in the sights. Thanks, Dave, for all the love and hope you've given me and those around you. #rip #dad #ripdad #goodman #father (at Boston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ1rDOMAzh0/?igshid=hxs8paqcu74x

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How I rang in 2021. Dan and I built an effigy to officially burn away the year that was. Thanks to Dan for doing most of the work. It took us many attempts to fully engulf the numbers, which was symbolic and fitting seeing how the year did what it wanted to do. Swipe to see how this fun project came together. I welcome the new growth and have already started to feel the shift. #2020 #2021 #newyearseve #nye2020 #nye (at Lakeville, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJqvzkTApBM/?igshid=1jeupl0wznc8d

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Drone shots from my last day with family for Christmas. It was my dad’s favorite holiday and it’s painful to not celebrate it with him. While there was a low level hum of sadness throughout the week, giving my undivided attention to those who I am close to heals some of the pain. Swipe all the way to the end for our family photo on the beach. Happy Holidays to you all and let’s welcome the new year with open arms whatever it may bring. #florida #dronephotography #dronepic #dronejunkie #dronenature (at Port Orange, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJTbbMcg55x/?igshid=1u1xdnczj946h

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Our birth was “Action!” and our death, the credits. It’s our story to tell and we pick the characters. This is was my last camping spot of 2020. A wonderful weekend along the ocean in Freeport with a few beautiful souls. We had three campsites that took over a little peninsula in one corner of the campground. It was all ours. We walked far when the tide was out, shared stories and saw shooting stars. We had a surplus of firewood and food that kept our spirits high as we laughed through the night against a raging fire. As we welcomed in the solstice that night, deep down I knew this would be the last weekend of freedom in nature before the cold weather entered and darker days approached. This trip was the last celebration after months of hiking, camping, swimming and biking all over. In times of great joy with others is when the immediate moment should be noticed, cherished and commented on. We could die tomorrow. Don’t let fear freeze you from telling your truth or feeling pain. 🔸 Since Burning Man didn’t happen this year, I had to get some use out of all my burner supplies. Until the warmer days come in the Spring, I am using my time to recover, read, learn, love, grow and be thankful for all that I’ve been given. 🙏🏽 #camping #campsite #maine #campingtrip #freeport (at Freeport, Maine) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIjP1qGg_ZM/?igshid=54mo6wxfbvis

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While coping with loss, seeing old photography friends of mine has been restorative and healing. I went to @nesop_boston with @annakwalshphotography and @samquinnstuff roughly ten years ago. When embarking on a new career, sharing experiences and ideas with others whom I’ve learned the trade with has been more helpful and valuable than I could have imagined. When we get together we reminisce for sure, but the true joy is hearing what still stokes the creative fires inside of us. It’s a solid reminder than my decisions have been correct which grants me the courage to push beyond my own boundaries. While all relationships should be cherished, most of which should be the oldest ones because that trust has been tested. Photography is therapy. #nesop #photoschool #photographersoninstagram #streetphotographers #oldfriends (at Boston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIYyUbeg0zP/?igshid=gb7gx98rji6

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All at once Summer collapsed into Fall. Throwback to a few weeks ago on 8/24 when I went camping in a special secret hideaway in Allegheny National Forest. It was voted the second best campsite in the state! We had beach front campfires and enough space to throw a mini-Burn. 🔸 As Summer winds down September rolls on. I have spent more time outdoors this season than any year I can remember. Not having FOMO, tending to the parts of the garden I can touch and spending time with a closer knit group of people, it has allowed me to do what I feel most comfortable doing. Acting like my 9 year old self and having fun with nature with no worries on my back. I will still be leaning hard into outdoor life well into our first snowfall. 🤙🏽 #startrails #nightskyphotography #alleghenynationalforest #beachatnight #campinglife #camplife #nightsky (at Allegheny River) https://www.instagram.com/p/CFM8AqlASRa/?igshid=1lxjci1og0r00

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Taken one year ago today, 8/28/2019. Since my annual pilgrimage has been canceled, I have reimagined the journey with long adventures that rival the physical, mental and spiritual growth I gain when attending Burning Man. 🔸 I am currently still on these adventures and feeling such deep flow and gratitude. The bicycle is tuned, route mostly planned and I’m ready. Hills, rail trails, fire, sweat, endorphins, sunshine, deep thought, big meals, farm lands and time to be. May I be alive to see the end of the world. 🤙🏽 #burningman #burningman2020 #burningman #temple #brc #burningmanphotos #playa #dusk (at Black Rock City) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEc3262gOkK/?igshid=1ktz6620hd7ze

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The view from my shooting location for one of the biggest and most fun projects of my career. Looking forward to sharing the final shots I captured for @gensler_design of @fsbostondalton in Boston. Big thanks to @roleekumar for making it all come together and @christina.cobb for being my lighting and digital tech guru. Just need to finish editing! Our city does look pretty from far above, doesn’t it? #onedalton #onedaltonboston #onedaltontower #boston #bostonfromabove #cityscapephotography #backbay (at One Dalton Condominiums) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEEeUsXA4iY/?igshid=1b6exbmvgcwtf

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Not my idea, but a very delicious one. Fire pizza. Just one of the many scenes this past weekend. See more from my trip here: bengebo.com/tecumseh #pizza #campfire #campfirecooking #campfire🔥 #campfirefood #pizzamania #pizzaoven #pizzaporn (at White Mountains New Hampshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDwHKHvgWqy/?igshid=fqyotwiii4cs

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The stunning new ISEC building I photographed and shot a video for. We interviewed a bunch of super talented people for this and ended up with a short video. To see and learn more about what went into designing this building, visit youtube.com/bengebo 🔸 The Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex Designed by Payette for Northeastern University Completed in April 2017. 🔸 I interviewed Kevin Sullivan, FAIA President and CEO, Payette, Robert Schaeffner FAIA Principal, Payette, Paul Pettigrew AIA Founder, Architect + Products in Space Director, Undergraduate and Urban Outreach, MIT, and Kathy Spiegelman Chief of Campus Planning and Development Northeastern University. Thanks to the BSA @bsaspace for having me on board for this fun a project! 🙏🏽 #isec #northeastern #payette #architecture #architectureboston #boston #bostonarchitecture #labspace #interior #architecturefirm (at Northeastern University) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDRudQ0glE5/?igshid=gs1aaynndi86

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The perfect view while drifting to sleep. I shot this from my campfire a week before 2019 Burning Man. I had a week of hiking, swimming and camping alone before I headed to the desert. It was a nourishing time of post-aya reflections and setting my pre-burn intentions. The stillness before the beautiful chaos. 🔸 This whole area is stunning. Next time you’re thinking about adventuring Yosemite, consider the less traveled, more tranquil and just as beautiful Mono Lake/June Lake area. A was visited from a bear on this night, so be careful. A big thanks to @greeniceandham and @tessrud for providing me with everything I needed to navigate these gorgeous and sacred lands. 🤙🏽 #leevining #monolake #junelake #campinglife #nightsky #starrysky #starry #greatoutdoors #nightscape (at Lee Vining, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDB7w9OAFbz/?igshid=tgou9wtyv9eg