Leasha Overturf from Mt. Vernon, IL has been the producer for Paul Elledge Photography Chicago since 1993. A graduate of Southern Illinois University Carbondale in photography, Leasha has taught workshops for professional photographers and exhibited her photography in numerous art galleries including Catherine Edelman Gallery Chicago. Leasha continues to explore city streets, the countryside, public gathering spaces, and county fairs for subjects. In depth, Leasha has examined closely the themes of personal introspection, childhood, teenage relationships, fight club night, and the people and cultures of Cuba.

Joseph Garrett from Herrin, IL has been making award winning works of art since graduating from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a degree in photography. Joe has explored Southern Illinois for years creating photographs of great diversity and points-of-view that attempt to establish a communal sense of place and personal identity. One of Joe’s passions is using photography to “find harmony in the chaos of the world; capturing the beauty in everyday moments.” Joe is a long time employee at the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Jason Gray from St. Louis started Photo Flood Saint Louis an organization to build relationships for photographers and deepen understanding of the place they call home. PFSTL has walked all 79 neighborhoods in St. Louis. They have photographed city milestone events: the city’s 250th anniversary, the opening of Ballpark Village and the Cardinals Hall of Fame, the inaugural Northside Trap Run, and more. 85,000 pictures from 700 photographers may be the most comprehensive summary of the city in this era. Jason works at the Saint Louis Art Museum as Image Rights Manager.