S9 #100 Dec 02, 24

Micah E. Wood & Christopher J. Chester on Scene Seen: Documenting Baltimore’s Music Scene

51 mins

In this episode of The Truth in This Art, I’m joined by returning guests Micah E. Wood and Christopher J. Chester to discuss their latest project, Scene Seen: Baltimore Band Portraits 2016–2024. This 300-page book features over 200 stunning portraits of 85 bands, capturing the heart of Baltimore’s vibrant music scene and midtown neighborhoods.

We talk about their two-year journey creating this tribute to Baltimore’s creative resilience, the collaborative process, and the stories behind the images. Scene Seen is more than a book—it’s an archive celebrating the people, places, and culture that make Baltimore unforgettable.

Scene Seen is now available for purchase on Shopify—grab your copy today at this link.

Be sure to check out these upcoming events:

Friday, Jan 3 | FREE: Gallery Opening & Book Celebration at Metro Gallery
Tuesday, Jan 14 | FREE: Q&A with Teri Henderson at Greedy Reads

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
Edited by Daniel Alexis
Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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Creators and Guests

Host

Rob Lee

The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.

Guest

Christopher J. Chester

Christopher Chester, a versatile and accomplished multidisciplinary designer, has left an indelible mark on the marketing and advertising realm. His educational journey led him to master the art of graphic design at The Maryland Institute College of Art.

Guest

Micah E. Wood

Micah E. Wood emerges as a dynamic force within the pulsating heart of the Baltimore music scene, skillfully blending his dual talents as a musician and a photographer.