Whoever you are, know this: you are invited.
You’d be most welcome to the house concerts that I’ve been hosting in West Philadelphia for over a decade.
Or you could join for a segment of the perimeter walk, stop by for Open Studio Tours, participate in a community portrait session, or help shape one of my next projects.
What do house concerts and something like How Philly Moves have in common? Both are about creating safe, inclusive, celebratory spaces where all are welcome.
If these kind of things sounds like something you’d be interested in being a part of, the best way to get invites is to sign up for my mailing list.
House Concerts
For over a decade, I’ve been hosting a music series in my home in West Philadelphia.
Performers have included a 6-piece country band, a tango quintet, a Balkan a-cappella quartet, a harpist-songwriter, a hip-hop poetry set and more…
“There’s nothing else quite like what he has set up [anywhere in the country] – For him to curate these events and have all of these people trust him, and then you play for all of these really attentive people who love music, it’s a real gift.”
– David Wax Museum
Walk Around Philadelphia
I invite folks to join me in discovering the city by exploring its edges though Walk Around Philadelphia.
Currently, the walk happens twice a year in Feb & Sept + whenever someone hires me for a retreat.
I also invite you to join me in working to make those unique spaces and experiences more accessible to all.
Open Studios
I generally participate in Philadelphia Open Studio Tours every fall, when you can come visit my space at The Cedar Works alongside those of other artists.
The Cedar Works also hosts a winter craft fair, and I sometimes host other open studios just for my community. Come visit sometime!
Community Portrait Days
Every once in a while, I host special community portrait days at my studio space.
These are pay-what-you-wish events that are great for folks who need a quick headshot or family portrait.
Remember: Everyone is Photogenic.
Workshops & Talks
I love sharing my work with others through workshops and talks. These events always give me a chance to learn new things too!
Many of the workshops & presentations that I give are invite-only for specific audiences, but sometimes they’re open to the public, and when they are I’ll let you know!
Screenings & Exhibitions
Most likely, there won’t just be art on the wall. There’ll probably also be a giant pot of lentil soup on the stove, and some hot cider too!
I host screening events to share recent project work, and of course you’re invited to reception events whenever I have work exhibited.
Community Input Sessions
The Image of Yoga began with a discussion forum to help shape the project and inform how a corporate sponsorship could best serve the community. Paths of Understanding began with a community reflection that you can still participate in.
There’ll be more opportunities to help develop my work, and I’d appreciate your input.
Participatory Projects
Many of the projects that I’m involved with have opportunities for your direct participation. That might mean being photographed, telling a story, meeting some neighbors, or sharing some new experience.
Most of my work wouldn’t exist without all of the beautiful people who’ve participated in it. Maybe you’ll be part of one of my next projects?
Special Shindig
This annual festive event is an opportunity for me to gather my community & celebrate some of the work that we’ve done while sharing food & drink & music.
It generally happens in February/March, and I’d love to see you there!
Block Parties
For West Philly neighbors, or those of you who want to come visit, you’re always welcome to join us for a block party. Keep an eye out for flyers!
(The city lets you close off the street for neighborly gatherings 5 times a year. If your block isn’t yet taking advantage of this, I invite you to reach out to your neighbors and start making it happen.)
If you’re a near neighbor, there’s a separate google group for more neighborhood-focused news and invites.
Sign up for updates
Upcoming Events
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Winter Walk Kick-Off & New Walker Orientation [Available]
on Jan 31st 2025 at 5:30 pm
Join us at Cherry St. Pier to kick off the winter 2025 Walk Around Philadelphia season! Enjoy a festive beverage, learn about the walk, and meet some of your fellow walkers.
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Saturday Feb 1 walk from Penn’s Landing (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 1st 2025 at 10:00 am
This segment covers roughly 10 miles and includes mostly sidewalks & trails with options for off-road adventures.
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GROUP B – Saturday Feb 1 walk from Penn’s Landing (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 1st 2025 at 10:00 am
This segment covers roughly 10 miles and includes mostly sidewalks & roads, with potential for big roundabout detour adventures and/or bits of bushwhacking. IMPORTANT NOTE for this walk: In the case of insufficient registration, this group will merge with Group A & proceed counter-clockwise towards Bridesburg
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Sunday Feb 2 walk from Bridesburg (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 2nd 2025 at 6:00 am
This segment covers roughly 10-12 miles and includes a mix of roads & sidewalks & options for off-road adventures.
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Monday Feb 3 walk from Glen Foerd (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 3rd 2025 at 8:30 am
This segment covers roughly 12-15 miles and includes much potential for off-roading in brambles in the creek-bed, but also roads & sidewalks.
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GROUP B – Monday Feb 3 walk from Glen Foerd (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 3rd 2025 at 8:30 am
This segment covers roughly 10-12 miles and includes a mix of roads & sidewalks & options for off-road adventures. IMPORTANT NOTE for this walk: In the case of insufficient registration, this group will merge with Group A & proceed counter-clockwise towards Somerton
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Saturday Feb 8 walk from Somerton (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 8th 2025 at 8:30 am
This segment covers roughly 10 miles and includes a mix of roads & sidewalks & off-road adventures with some wayfinding challenges and a potential creek crossing or two.
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Sunday Feb 9 walk from Fox Chase (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 9th 2025 at 7:10 am
This segment covers roughly 5.5 miles and includes mostly easy walking along sidewalks, with potential bits of off-road forest adventure.
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GROUP B – Sunday Feb 9 walk from Fox Chase (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 9th 2025 at 7:10 am
This segment covers roughly 10 miles and includes a mix of roads & sidewalks & off-road adventures with some wayfinding challenges and a potential creek crossing or two. IMPORTANT NOTE for this walk: In the case of insufficient registration, this group will merge with Group A & proceed counter-clockwise towards Broad Street
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Monday Feb 10 walk from Broad Street (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 10th 2025 at 9:00 am
This segment covers roughly 10.5 miles and includes mostly sidewalks, some off-roading and steeper hills.
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Winter Walk Happy Hour & New Walker Orientation [Available]
on Feb 14th 2025 at 5:30 pm
Join us at Cherry St. Pier on Valentine's Day to join Walk Around Philadelphia in showing some love for the city! Enjoy a festive beverage, learn about the walk, and meet some of your fellow walkers.
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Saturday Feb 15 walk from Miquon (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 15th 2025 at 8:35 am
This segment covers roughly 9.5 miles and includes wooded & canal trails, sidewalks, & multiple bridge crossing options.
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Sunday Feb 16 walk from Overbrook (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 16th 2025 at 8:25 am
This segment covers roughly 7 miles and includes a mix of sidewalk and wooded trails.
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GROUP B – Sunday Feb 16 walk from Overbrook (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 16th 2025 at 8:25 am
This segment covers roughly 9.5 miles and includes sidewalks, multiple bridge crossing options, wooded & canal trails. IMPORTANT NOTE for this walk: In the case of insufficient registration, this group will merge with Group A & proceed counter-clockwise towards Baltimore Ave
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Monday Feb 17 walk from Baltimore Ave (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 17th 2025 at 9:00 am
This segment covers roughly 9-10 miles and includes wooded trails and sidewalk, with potential for off-road bushwhacking adventures.
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GROUP B – Monday Feb 17 walk from Baltimore Ave (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 17th 2025 at 9:00 am
This segment covers roughly 7 miles and includes a mix of sidewalk and wooded trails. IMPORTANT NOTE for this walk: In the case of insufficient registration, this group will merge with Group A & proceed counter-clockwise towards the Airport.
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Saturday Feb 22 walk around the Airport (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 22nd 2025 at 8:55 am
This segment covers roughly 11 miles and includes long walks by the side of the road, occasional off-road excursions to river's edge.
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Sunday Feb 23 walk from Airport (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 23rd 2025 at 8:55 am
This segment covers roughly 12 miles and includes potential for heights & walking close to fast traffic on protected bridge walkway, potential for mostly roads & sidewalks or potential off-road adventures.
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GROUP B – Sunday Feb 23 walk around the Airport (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 23rd 2025 at 8:55 am
This segment covers roughly 11 miles and includes long walks by the side of the road, occasional off-road excursions to river's edge. IMPORTANT NOTE for this walk: In the case of insufficient registration, this group will merge with Group A & proceed counter-clockwise towards the Navy Yard.
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Monday Feb 24 walk from the Navy Yard (Winter 2025) [Available]
on Feb 24th 2025 at 12:00 pm
This segment covers roughly 10 miles and includes potential for big roundabout detour adventures and/or bushwhacking, then roads and sidewalks.
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Perimeter Printmaking: First Friday at Cherry Street Pier [Available]
on Mar 7th 2025 at 5:00 pm
Come celebrate the completion of the 2025 winter walks & make your own handmade letterpress map of the Philadelphia perimeter during the First Friday Artist & Artisans Market @ Cherry Street Pier – it's free and easy!
Exhibitions & Installations
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How Philly Moves – mural at PHL
from 13th Jun 2022 to 31st Dec 2025
Check out the largest mural in Philadelphia (named one of the country's best public art projects by Americans for the Arts)
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Walk Around Philadelphia: DIY on your own anytime
from 1st Jun 2023 to 1st Jun 2030
Excited about the walk and want to go out and do a segment on your own? Register here to get support materials and plug in to the larger community of perimeter walkers.