Through the Lens

What I did on my summer vacation.

By Ken Gutmaker

What do architectural photographers do when they aren’t working? Most that I know, spend their downtime continuing to photograph the things they love- often that includes buildings, bridges or even trailers. This collection of RV trailers is southeast of Portland Oregon, and offers overnight rentals in vintage and modern Airstream trailers.

I was taken by the styling and also by the precise craftsmanship of these trailers. A “finehome” on wheels.

Trailers- https://www.the-vintages.com

Photo- http://www.kengutmaker.com

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  1. NathanDavidson | | #1

    I've always been fascinated with the idea of mobile living. All your things neatly in storage in a vehicle so that you can take everything with you wherever you go.

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