Community gardens in Michigan are thriving hubs of collaboration and growth, where neighbors come together to cultivate their own plots and share in the bounty of the harvest. As part of my ongoing photography project for the Michigan Department of Education, I visited The Ryan Street Community Garden in Hancock, Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
At Ryan Street Community Garden, community members sign up for individual plots to manage and grow their own food throughout the season, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose.
During my photo session, I captured two young boys and their mom tending to their garden. This family, like many others in the community, is dedicated to nurturing their plants and reaping the rewards of their labor.
Together, they water their crops...
Harvest their fruits and vegetables...
and cultivate bonds that grow as strong as the plants they tend.
The Ryan Street Community Garden is more than just a place to grow food; it’s a place where families bond, friendships blossom, and the community thrives.
Want to see more of Michigan's farm-to-school journey? Follow along as I document the 10 Cents a Meal program across the state. And if you're looking to bring your own commercial photography project to life, let's chat!
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