In this episode, Michael sits down with NYC photographer Jean Andre Antoine to talk about his long-running Polaroid portrait series, his start in analog photography, and how the scarcity of instant film has become a constraint that fuels his creativity. They also discuss what it means to be present, how photographing strangers daily has shaped Jean’s understanding of people, and the deep emotional highs and lows of working in the street.

🔗 Resources & Links

* 🌐 Jean’s Website: jeanandreantoine.com

* 📸 Instagram: @jaaphotos

* 📍See him on the street: Prince Street, NYC — between Broadway and Crosby

* 📰 NY Times Article on Jean

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