We Asked People in St. Johns Where They Were From

“I don’t really have a style. I just get all my clothes from the bins.”

Photos by Joe Riedl.

(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? “I’m from Phoenix. I’m moving to Seattle soon. I prefer to be behind the camera.” Do you want to see the photo? “It’s probably better if I don’t.”
(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? “I’m from Oklahoma.” Tell us about your style. “I guess my style is kind of hippie goth.”
(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? “I’m from Portland. I’ve lived here all my life.” What’s your style? “Skater meets rock ’n’ roll!”
(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? “I’m from here.” Tell us about your style. “I don’t really have a style. I just get all my clothes from the bins.”
(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? “Chicago. I moved here for school four years ago.” Tell us about your style. “I have style?”
(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? Monicia: “I’m originally from Mississippi.” Cobland: “I’m from the neighborhood.” Tell us about your style. Monicia: “Whatever’s clean.” Cobland: “Festive yuppie.”
(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? “I moved here from Michigan two years ago for school.”
(Joe Riedl) Where are you from? “We’re both from here.” Tell us about your style. “Everything we wear is natural and organic!”

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