This week, we are talking with Detroit street and event photographer Scott Millington about finding his voice behind the camera, documenting real life in Detroit, and why he started his ongoing Cameras and Coffee project. From protests and sports to concerts, fire hydrants, and spilled cereal in the grocery store, Scott shares how he looks for small moments that tell big stories.

In this conversation, we get into

* How the pandemic, Black Lives Matter protests, and everyday walks through Detroit helped Scott shape his style and confidence as a photographer

* Cameras and Coffee as a way to connect with nearly two hundred photographers and creatives over a cup of coffee and a walk, soon to be featured in his new Substack

* Why parts of Detroit like Southwest, Hamtramck, the riverfront, and the area around Michigan Central Station keep pulling him back with his camera

* Shooting concerts, Movement, the NFL Draft, Detroit sports, and the quiet in between moments that stick with him

* His work as a judge for the Detroit New Wave photo zine, and what makes an image powerful enough to stay in your mind

* Thoughts on AI, why authentic images still matter, and how technology can support rather than replace creative work

Scott wraps up with advice for anyone curious about street photography and shares his perfect Michigan day, which starts at Eastern Market and ends with an Oberon near the water.

Find Scott Online:

Instagram: @sapmillingtonSubstack: Scott Millington

Links from the Episode

Coffee Shops & Food

• Craig’s Coffee • Anthology Coffee (Eastern Market) • Red Hook Coffee • Rocco’s Italian Deli • Super Duper Coffee (roastery by Christopher Lasher) • Mother Loaf Bread

Detroit Spots & Neighborhoods

• Clark Park • Michigan Central Station • Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Centennial Park• Dequindre Cut • Eastern Market• Belle Isle

Venues & Events

• Smalls Bar • Lager House• Movement Festival • Detroit Grand Prix • Detroit City FC• Detroit Tigers

Projects Mentioned

• Cameras and Coffee (Scott Millington)• Detroit New Wave Zine

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