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Only a couple days left!

Last month I had the chance to present some of my work and chat with at , thanks to the . I took the opportunity to rewind and revisit a project I started back in college—photographs of people in gas stations at night.

My friend Tom worked the overnight shift at a gas station near campus, and I’d often stop by to visit. The project kind of came together naturally, since it fit my weird school schedule. Most of the images focus on the attendants working late—like Tom—and even Slim, who you’ll see with a winning scratcher ticket.

At the time, I was thinking about how we move through these places—bright, anonymous, open late—and how we rarely slow down to notice the people holding them together.

This week marks 11 years since Mike Brown Jr. was murdered by police in Ferguson, Missouri. His death ignited an uprising that changed St. Louis and the world—forever.

Last year, I photographed the 10-year anniversary for a New York Times assignment. The images were never published, but they’ve stuck with me—quiet, powerful moments full of grief, reflection, strength, and love.
Sharing a few now in honor of Mike, his family, and the community that continues to fight for justice.
Grateful to for bringing me on for this assignment.
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Two weeks left to catch "Romeo and Zooliet" at the St. Louis Zoo!

📸: Theo R Welling Photography, LLC.

St. Louis Shakespeare Festival Saint Louis Zoo

Recently I had the opportunity to document the production of ‘Come From Away’ for . It was really fun to run around the Muny and take photos in such a historic space and a place that I’ve visited many times. Cool to see the place with new eyes. Thanks to for bringing me along for the journey and great story by .murph

Love takin’ photos for St. Louis Shakespeare Festival !

Recent work for with reporting by .

I've covered the West Lake Landfill and its impact on the community several times now, photographing Karen, Dawn, (with ) and others fighting for change. This isn’t just a story—it’s a crisis that’s been unfolding for decades. People are still living with the consequences of radioactive waste in their backyard. Their fight continues, and so should our attention.

Story here:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2e7011n03vo

Happy V-Day ever'body. Hope your heart doesn't get stuck in a tree or snowed on.
Love,
Theo.

Image 1. Chilanguita Mexican Kitchen Heart Entrance. 2024/02/16
Image 2. Forest Park Balloon in Trees. 2024/02/15

Had such a fun time covering this 🎭

Another recent shoot for my buds in . : ) \m/

A few recent portraits of for
thanks 🖤

I'm trying to get better sharing things on my MAIN posts. Here's a few images of my good friend/family Mama Cat over the past year or so.

Mama Cat is a force of nature. She's a fighter and funny as hell. She's my friend and now family. Hope you like these fotos.