Boston Commoners

Meet Joey - foodie creator behind Joseph]]
Back in 2016, Joey started documenting his mouth-watering finds around New England restaurants. He began on by posting pictures of cheesy pizza and over-the-top donuts. Over the years, he has transitioned to video-based content on Instagram and capturing the cheese-pulling moments. Joey is now posting what I call “food porn” to nearly 200k followers across multiple platforms.
What I find most captivating about Joseph]] is his eminent passion for unique food. Joey explains he always had an interest in cooking and eating delicious food. Growing up Italian, Joey was surrounded by food and finds appreciation by the creativity and diversity of the various dishes he has posted on his page.
Through the years of growing his page, Joey learned the intricacies of photography. He shows up to shoots with a camera and lighting equipment to capture the photo-worthy dishes. Within a short few days (or even hours), Joseph]] shares his masterpieces to his drooling followers waiting to line up at what Joey thinks is the “the best Italian sub in New England”.
Joey is all about trying delicious foods, creating beautiful content, and helping businesses grow… oh, and making mouths salivate. Be sure to follow him on Instagram and TikTok and check out his website by searching TheRoamingFoodiePhotography.
Joey, keep doing what you’re doing! I’m hungry for it!
📸🍔🌮🍕🍝🍩🥡

Meet Nick Taylor - an abstract artist, computer wizard, and movie lover - Nick Taylor]
Born and raised in Brookline, Nick found his love of art later in life. He shared that he always had a creative mind, but an empty canvas and inspiration from others turned his thoughts into masterpieces....
Nick likes to 'go with the flow' both in his life and his paintings. Nick explained that he always goes into a painting with an idea but that it never turns out the way he intended. Whether he creates a painting from a previous vision or paints whatever he feels in the moment, he is always left with a unique and innovative creation! He creates abstract paintings and has covered the walls of his home with them. What is so cool about abstract paintings is that you can make it your own - what Nick sees from his artwork can be interpreted differently by someone else.
Nick also uses his creative mind through technology. He has a passion for fixing and programming computers. Nick has even combined his passions for art and computers by incorporating circuit boards into his paintings (look through his Instagram to see at Nick Taylor])!
Nick loves sci-fi and if you think you've watched all the sci-fi shows and movies that exist - you'll be competing with Nick! Let's just say, I left our meet-up with a long list of shows/movies I need to watch!
What I enjoyed most about our conversation was being able to feel Nick's passion. I truly love hearing people speak about what brings them joy and creates meaning in their life. I also get to walk away with new knowledge and interests! For Nick, it's being able to express his creativity and sharing it with others.
Nick, please keep doing what you're doing! I hope to see your artwork around town! You can also find his paintings to buy on his website!

Thank YOU for making this project come to life! Like many of you, I felt lonely and distant the last two years and worried how I would be able to integrate back to "normal" life. This project allowed me to challenge myself to get off the screen, and go out into the community. I wanted to challenge myself to meet new people, explore new places, learn new stuff, try new things, and make new connections. I hope this project provides you the space to see the wicked cool things people are doing around you. I challenge you all to reach out, connect, and try something new. This project is about all of YOU.
Please don't hesitate to DM me for a meet-up! You do not need a business, an extraordinary hobby, or a life-changing story - I want to meet with everyone! We ALL have our own unique passions and interests that will inspire and motivate many. Remember, you all have a place here in Boston and that's what makes Boston so great!
Thank you to for featuring this project! Excited to see where it goes.

- Naomi

So wicked cool! Thank you, Boston The Boston Globe

She’s on a mission to meet — and highlight — the people who make up the fabric of Boston - The Boston Globe Naomi Szanto, who recently moved to the city, launched a social media campaign called “Boston Commoners,” where she sets out to spend time and talk with the strangers we pass by everyday — and share their stories with the world.