Philadelphia Portrait Project: Marisa

Name: Marisa
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square
Photographed in: Rittenhouse Square, on a park bench
Why she chose it: Marisa lives in an apartment that’s been in her family since 1966 that’s two blocks away from Philadelphia’s most notable park. She grew up on the West Coast, but she’d visit the city every summer to see her grandparents. On those visits she’s spend hours sitting and playing in the park. The park, as it is for many Philadelphians, is an extension of her home and life, but perhaps even more so.

If you live in Philadelphia and want to photographed for the project, just let me know. You get to pick the place, and you get a 4 by 6 out of the deal.