M. James Thompson

My greatest wish is to have followed my dreams as a younger man, thrown caution into the wind, and neglected the ideas of a simple and comfortable life. I cannot return to the crossroad, but I can begin down a new path. It feels good to be back.

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Nena and I are already missing @mondogbeach This summer went in way longer than I expected and I am so happy that we spent a ton of time at the beach this summer! (at Montrose Dog Beach)

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A long exposure of a busy intersection of Wuxi shot with a neutral density filter and a Gorillapod. Gorillapods offer a well of creativity and perspectives rarely utilized while staring through the viewfinder. (at Wuxi)

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Sweater weather is nearly here and I am very excited for quiet mornings at the dog beach. (at Montrose Dog Beach)

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The Brown Line has always been my favorite | Canon 1D X - 70-200 f/4L IS | #1dx #chicagoarchitecture (at LaSalle/Van Buren station)

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Shoot what you know | Canon 1D X - 70-200 f/4L IS | #canon1dx #1dx #chicago #chicagostreets #chicagoarchitecture #chicagophotographer #chicagophotography (at Nichols Bridgeway)

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Woke up very ready to start planning my return trip. (at Varmahlíð)

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Look closely! There’s a city hiding in the smog. This will be my last photo from Purple Mountain in Nanjing for awhile, but I have a full album to upload. (at Purple Mountain)

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Riding the ski lift up Purple Mountain in Nanjing offered amazon views of the area until I noticed all of the tough Chinese Grandmas hiking up the mountain while I took a leisurely ride. 😂🤦‍♂️ (at Purple Mountain)

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I spent some time at Millennium Park wandering through the Laurie Garden over the weekend. Probably time to start shooting around Chicago. (at Lurie Garden)

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The Canon 1D II was far and away the most consistent digital body in my collection. This shot of two men on a three wheeled cart was taken on a bridge over the Grand Canal in Wuxi, China. (at Wuxi)

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Today Mark Hentz and I explored the beaches of Uptown after a snowstorm and some intensely cold we

Uptown Frozen Beach Today Mark Hentz and I explored the beaches of Uptown after a snowstorm and some intensely cold we

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Woke up today missing Wuxi. A view of the neighborhood including the Happy Goal building where I worked. (at Wuxi)

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#rubenthompyconcerttour #conoroberst #thevic #concert #bestdayever #friendshipgoals #snatchherupinabearttap (at The Vic Theatre)

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"The train is full today. If you happen to bump into someone it doesn't cost a dime to introduce yourself. You might meet a friend for life or the love of your life," Red Line conductor. #ineededthat #chicago #chicagoel #redline #masstransit #subway #heretothere #commute #afterwork #wordstoliveby #tuesdaymotivation (at Chicago Redline)

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One last shot from the Air and Water Show! Chicago summer 2017 has been fantastic. Thanks again @dan.krupa (at Old Town, Chicago)

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Another shot from the Air and Water Show. (at Old Town, Chicago)

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Checking off a lot of Chicago summertime boxes this year. Although my rooftop in Uptown is lovely there is nothing like being on a rooftop in Old Town. Thanks @dan.krupa for the wonderful day! (at Old Town, Chicago)