JULY 2017 | SCENE 79 Meet Bradentonbased Mark Tutschulte, photographer and founder of IGers941. Mark used the Instagram app to build an impressive local community of hobbyist photographers who are passionate about capturing the essence of our area. In just over a year, the group has grown to 1,300 followers, hosted numerous Instameets where members take photos for organizations arts&culture such as the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County, Visit Sarasota County, Selby Gardens, and the Circus Arts Conservatory, and they’ve had nearly 20,000 photos shared using their hashtag, #IGers941. Mark has turned a photography-based app into an outstanding multitool for connecting our community. He does it all for the benefit of those who like to view the photos and take them. We asked Mark how and why the arts in Sarasota influence and inspire him: “I am always on the lookout for something magical to unfold around Sarasota. No matter where �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� life that are too often overlooked. I choose to let my eyes wander into the windows of the unique shops, cafes and art galleries downtown. I sit in awe, soaking in the serenity of the island beaches and the most stunning skies. I look through my tiny lens to see how buildings, streets, and parks take shape within the ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� this city is! Sarasota provides such a perfect backdrop for life to unfold, which is why I love connecting with other “hobby” photographers on Instagram. It’s truly inspiring to glance at life through someone else’s lens. You might just stumble on the next masterpiece hiding in plain sight!” GET Inspired CULTURAL HAPPENINGS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE ARTS AND CULTURAL ALLIANCE OF SARASOTA COUNTY MARK TUTSCHULTE
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