https://matthewdefeo.com https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/1https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-10.jpgPP-10The mecca of Texas bodybuilding lies in Arlington, Texas at the world famous “Metroflex Gym." Metroflex is a hardcore gym that caters to bodybuilding competitors and to this day has changed very little since opening in the late 1980s.The gym has been made famous by eight time Mr. Olympia, Ronnie Coleman—one of the many reasons competitors and bodybuilding enthusiasts travel from all over the world to train at this gym. The gym is located in a warehouse district of Arlington surrounded by car garages and construction companies, making it easy to miss when you drive by. Metroflex is a no frills type of gym, meaning no air conditioning. In the peak summer months the interior of the gym reaches triple digit temperatures, which is hardly a deterrent for its members. Its chorus is the sound of barbells hitting the ground, grunts, and of course hard rock always playing in the background.Between the original Metroflex and the Austin location, there is a special community of people who inhabit these spaces day after day, training for various competitions yet still maintaining a universal goal of having the best physique on stage. I was surprised by the sense of the community, especially with an individualized sport that is often criticized by those who do not identify with this subculture.This is a sample of my project "American Standard." The body of work examines and celebrates the individuals who make up the Central and North Texas community of bodybuilders. My goal for this work in Texas was to explore the process and commonality between the members by using the stand alone portraits to present a softer more tranquil version of these competitors, in hopes to gain a more well rounded perspective of the sport. For them it's not only a sport or hobby, it is something that grounds their day to day lives. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-14.jpgPP-14 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/AS-2.jpgAS-2 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/AS-3.jpgAS-3 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/AS-14.jpgAS-14 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/AS-1.jpgAS-1 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-11.jpgPP-11 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-15.jpgPP-15 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-16.jpgPP-16 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-5.jpgPP-5 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-6.jpgPP-6 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/12https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-7.jpgPP-7 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/13https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-8.jpgPP-8 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/American-Standard/14https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/PP-9.jpgPP-9 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Stillwater/1https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Lee.jpgLee“Stillwater,” explores my connection to the hardcore rock, and metal community through wet plate collodion portraits. The wet plate process became a very necessary way to photograph this subculture. The technical aspects force me to be very intentional with my image making. This also brings about a vulnerability and stillness from the subject, that is not often associated with the genre of music. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Stillwater/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Warped_wetplate-2.jpgWarped_wetplate-2“Stillwater,” explores my connection to the hardcore rock, and metal community through wet plate collodion portraits. The wet plate process became a very necessary way to photograph this subculture. The technical aspects force me to be very intentional with my image making. 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CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-4.jpgaspentimesweb-4Aspen, CO - August 8th, 2022: The site of the controversial development is at the foot of the mountain, off South Aspen Street. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-9.jpgAspen, CO - August 9th, 2022: Downtown Aspen .CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-11.jpgaspentimesweb-11Aspen, CO - August 9th, 2022: Marie Kelly, Aspen times reader and resident at the Skiers Chalet (adjacent to the South Aspen Street development.) Kelly has a close pulse on the community and has felt that the Aspen times owe it to their readers to not side step the converscy surrounding the newspaper. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-8.jpgAspen, CO - August 9th, 2022: .CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York TimesAspen, CO - August 9th, 2022: Shadow Mountain chairlift, just above the South Aspen Street neighborhood.CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-6.jpgaspentimesweb-6Aspen, CO - August 8th, 2022: Downtown Aspen. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-2.jpgaspentimesweb-2Aspen, CO - August 8th, 2022: Kelly McNichols Pitkin county commissioner. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-5.jpgaspentimesweb-5Aspen, CO - August 8th, 2022: The Aspen Times has been a long trusted news source for the town. Recently locals have looked for other options for their local news since the scandal. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-10.jpgaspentimesweb-10Aspen, CO - August 9th, 2022: The top of Aspen mountain looking back at the town of Aspen. .CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Times,-NYT/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspentimesweb-3.jpgAspen, CO - August 8th, 2022: Families taking advantage of the last part of the day at Wagner Park. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/1https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-11.jpgUphillski-11Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: On steep sections, the only way to continue to make your way up is to take off your skis and boot pack until the terrain levels out enough to ski again. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-3.jpgUphillski-3Ridgway, CO - April 6th, 2023: Since the lodge is so remote it runs off solar power and uses efficient radiant heat systems to warm the building. Only a couple weeks out of the year when nonstop clouds and snow roll in do the backup generators kick on. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-20.jpgUphillski-20Ridgway, CO - April 8th, 2023: A short drive from the Red Mountain Lodge is the town of Ouray, Colorado. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-12.jpgUphillski-12Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: Guide Pat Ormond leads guests up Red Mountain #3 closing in on the peak. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-8.jpgUphillski-8Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: The group making their way through the initial morning climb. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-19.jpgUphillski-19Ridgway, CO - April 8th, 2023: Cindy Hirschfeld clips into her skis at the beginning of the climb. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-2.jpgUphillski-2Ridgway, CO - April 6th, 2023: Situated at 11,000 feet, Red Mountain Lodge is tucked away just enough to feel secluded and unseen from the road. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-16.jpgUphillski-16Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: Kali takes a quick rest and shields herself from the wind at the summit of Red Mountain #3. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-18.jpgUphillski-18Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: From the peak, the group's tracks can be seen winding their way down Red Mountain #3 through the gully into the trees. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-15.jpgUphillski-15 https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-6.jpgUphillski-6Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: A guest James Pettifor preparing for a long day with some early morning stretching and coffee. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/12https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-7.jpgUphillski-7Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: When going uphill, each ski is outfitted with a skin to create traction. Once the accent is complete, the skins are removed and packed away before descending. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/13https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-14.jpgUphillski-14Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: At the summit of Red Mountain #3 the group prepares to ski down. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Time https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/14https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-4.jpgUphillski-4Ridgway, CO - April 6th, 2023:The dining experience offered at Red Mountain Lodge is above and beyond the typical freeze-dried food or sandwich eaten in a dark ski hut. The staff prides themselves on the elaborately delicious recipes they prepare for guests. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/15https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-13.jpgUphillski-13Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: Guide Pat Ormand descends down from the peak of Red Mountain # 3. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/16https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-10.jpgUphillski-10Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: Guide Nate Disser leads guests up Red Mountain #3. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/17https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-9.jpgUphillski-9Ridgway, CO - April 7th, 2023: An approach to the peak of Red Mountain #3 led by guide Nate Disser. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/18https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-1.jpgUphillski-1Ridgway, CO - April 6th, 2023: Red Mountain Lodge staff member Lisa Ball offloading a grocery order for the upcoming group. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Ski-Touring,-NYT/19https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Uphillski-5.jpgUphillski-5Ridgway, CO - April 6th, 2023:The dining experience offered at Red Mountain Lodge is above and beyond the typical freeze-dried food or sandwich eaten in a dark ski hut. The staff prides themselves on the elaborately delicious recipes they prepare for guests. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/1https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-13.jpgaspenweb-13Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: A group makes their way down double black trail Harrisâs Wall. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-10.jpgaspenweb-10Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Ajax Tavern patrons enjoying the warmer weather. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-3.jpgaspenweb-3Aspen, CO - March 9th, 2024: A group stops off mid-mountain at Aspen Highlands to plan their route to the on-mountain Cloud Nine Club. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-4.jpgaspenweb-4Aspen, CO - March 9th, 2024: A view at the top of the Temerity Lift overlooking the Highland Bowl in Aspen Highlands. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-9.jpgaspenweb-9Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Ajax Tavern patrons enjoying the warmer weather. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-7.jpgaspenweb-7Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Nate McNary riding down the Powerline Trail in the new Heros area on Aspen Mountain. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-8.jpgaspenweb-8Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Ajax Tavern patrons enjoying the spring weather. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-12.jpgaspenweb-12Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Aspen Art Museum. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-2.jpgaspenweb-2Aspen, CO - March 8th, 2024: The West End, Aspen Meadows Resort Restaurant featuring their Wagu Tartar prepared by chef Rachel Saxon. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-5.jpgaspenweb-5Aspen, CO - March 9th, 2024: A group makes their way down Highland Bowl in Aspen Highlands. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-11.jpgaspenweb-11Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Not all influencers at Ajax Tavern are people. Marshie the Pomeranian has an Instagram account boasting nearly ten thousand followers. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/12https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-1.jpgaspenweb-1Aspen, CO - March 8th, 2024: The West End, Aspen Meadows Resort Restaurant. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/13https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-14.jpgaspenweb-14Aspen, CO - March 12th, 2024: The Aspen X store at the base of Ajax Mountain features Aspen X branded outerwear clothing, full-service gear rental, and a cafe. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/14https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-16.jpgaspenweb-16Aspen, CO - March 8th, 2024: Base area of Aspen Mountain. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Aspen-Tourism,-NYT/15https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-15.jpgaspenweb-15Aspen, CO - March 12th, 2024: Ripken Street is helped by an Aspen X employee to be fitted for his ski equipment. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/1https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate30.jpgKarate30Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: Chauncey St. John strikes a decisive blow to Andrew Batey in round one. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate36.jpgKarate36Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: Andrew Batey reflects on the key moments that led him to victory backstage after the fight. Credit: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate2.jpgKarate2Denver, CO - Febuary 26th, 2025: Chauncey St. John, interval training at Barwis Performance Center. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate20.jpgKarate20Denver, CO - February 28th, 2025: Karate Combat production staging area. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate22.jpgKarate22Denver, CO - February 28th, 2025: An official tapes Andrew Bateyâs glove straps to ensure they are secure and not tampered with before the fight. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate26.jpgKarate26Denver, CO - February 28th, 2025: Chauncey St. John (left) going through self-motivating mantras alongside coach Akiva Solomon (middle) to hype himself up for the fight. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate6.jpgKarate6Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Andrew Batey training at Denver Muay Thai & Fitness. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate28.jpgKarate28Denver, CO - February 28th, 2025: Andrew Batey (right) delivers a powerful blow to Chauncey St. John (right) in the first round. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate32.jpgKarate32Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: Andrew Batey claims the victory. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate35.jpgKarate35Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: During the break between rounds, Andrew Batey cleans up while coach Chiheb Soumer (center) offers final words of advice in preparation for round two. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate38.jpgKarate38Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: Karate Combat Arena, fight night. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/12https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate14.jpgKarate14Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Documentary film crew made up of Kathleen Elsa (left) and Connor Seitchik (right) capturing St Johnâs lead up of events before the fight. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/13https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate8.jpgKarate8Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Chiheb Soumer (right) coaching Andrew Batey (left) training at Denver Muay Thai & Fitness. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/14https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate24.jpgKarate24Denver, CO - February 28th, 2025: Andrew Batey goes through pre-fight warmups and drills in the holding area. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/15https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate17.jpgKarate17Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Karate Combat competitors line up before the ceremonial weigh-in. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/16https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate34.jpgKarate34Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: Andrew Batey being interviewed after his victory. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/17https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate13.jpgKarate13Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Chauncey St. John, training at Imperial Jiu Jitsu. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/18https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate5.jpgKarate5Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Chauncey St. John at the Karate Combat official weigh-in and health check up. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/19https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate37.jpgKarate37Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: Andrew Batey returns to the crowd to be congratulated by friends and family. Credit: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/20https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate23.jpgKarate23Denver, CO - February 28th, 2025: Chiheb Soumer (Left) coaching with Doug Lane (middle) and overseeing Andrew Bateyâs (right) warm-ups. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/21https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate33.jpgKarate33Denver, CO - February 28, 2025: Pre-fight announcement of competitors. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/22https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate11.jpgKarate11 https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/23https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate21.jpgKarate21Denver, CO - February 28th, 2025: An official tapes up Andrew Batey hours before the fight. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/24https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate3.jpgKarate3Denver, CO - February 26th, 2025: Chauncey St. John at Barwis Performance Center. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/25https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate16.jpgKarate16Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Chauncey St. Johnâs first look at the Karate Combat arena before the ceremonial weigh in. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/26https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate7.jpgKarate7Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Chiheb Soumer wrapping Andrew Bateyâs hand before training at Denver Muay Thai & Fitness. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/27https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate10.jpgKarate10Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Chiheb Soumer (right) coaching Andrew Batey (left) training at Denver Muay Thai & Fitness. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/28https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate15.jpgKarate15 https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/29https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate18.jpgKarate18 https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Tech-Fight,-NYT/30https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Karate12.jpgKarate12Denver, CO - February 27th, 2025: Andrew Batey at Denver Muay Thai & Fitness. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/1https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-8.jpgRR-8Founder of the Rebelle Rally Emily Miller, takes pride in the amount of effort her staff puts into designing the 1200+ mile course. Not only making for a challenging driving and navigating experience, but also seeing some of the most beautiful scenery in the west. (This particular shot is a teame driving up to a blue checkpoint at the Trona Pinicles 20 miles east of Ridgecrest California. This location is often used as a filming location for movies such as Star Trek and Planet of the Apes.) https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-16.jpgRR-16 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-33.jpgRR-33 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-10.jpgRR-10Before the competion begins all of the competitors meet in Squaw valley for tech inspection. The tech inspection insures that each vehicle is mechanically sound and has the necessary equipment in case of a breakdown during the rally. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-1.jpgRR-1A competitor crosses a dirt road at a far intersection near the first basecamp located in a ghost town in Gold Point, Nevada. With a population of only seven people this town lies near the border of California and Nevada just north of Death Valley. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-38.jpgRR-38The 2019 Winners (Rebecca Donaghe, Emme Hall) of the Rebelle Rally in the Crossover class made it through the entire 8 days of competition with a Rolls Royce Cullinan. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-37.jpgRR-37The recovery team working on coming up with a plan to pull the rolled vehicle out from the bottom of a dune. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-12.jpgRR-12Adding a last minute light bar to their vehicle during tech inspection. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-11.jpgRR-11Reminisce of the paint scheme "Locos Mocos Rebelles" displayed in 2018. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-36.jpgRR-36 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-39.jpgRR-39 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/12https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-25.jpgRR-25 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/13https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-19.jpgRR-19The Second Basecamp of the Rally located at the Wagon Wheel OHV area, just outside of Ridgecrest, California. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/14https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-35.jpgRR-35Elisabet Harth is the driver for team "Wenches In Trenches''. Before the rally Harth had hardly driven off road. Now she has concured over 1200 miles of Nevada and Califorinas Terrian building her confidence as a driver. What once was a intimidating feature like the Glamis Sand Dunes. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/15https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-34.jpgRR-34 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/16https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-32.jpgRR-32The Rebelle Rally scoring system is based off finding and documenting checkpoints via GPS. Green checkpoints are mandatory and the easiest to see from a distance. Blue check points can be smaller flag or small post in the ground. Finally black checkpoints, which are worth the most points aren't visible and competitors must use their best judgement based off their navigation calculations to determine where it is. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/17https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-31.jpgRR-31 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/18https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-4.jpgRR-4Sandy Conner (left) , and Holly Casey (Right) double checking to make sure they are logging a black checkpoint at the right coordinates. Black checkpoints are the toughest to identify because there is no visible marker. Misidentified black checkpoints by a far enough margin will result in no points. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/19https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-30.jpgRR-30 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/20https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-29.jpgRR-29 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/21https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-28.jpgRR-28The "Escaped the Pavedâ, team making their way through the sunrise Enduro event near Ridgecrest, California. The Enduro is a timed event not based on the fastest time, but the most on accurate time across a series of checkpoints. These enduro sections are added in to test a teams ability to stay on route and on time per the competitor road book. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/22https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-3.jpgRR-32019 was Rolls Royce's debut of the $400,000 Cullinan in the Rebelle Rally. Providing two vehicles, one for media and the other for competitors Rebecca Donaghe and Emme Hall. Hall and Donaghe were the 2018 Rebelle Winners in the "4x4 Class" and more recent 2019 winners in the "Crossover Class." https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/23https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-27.jpgRR-27Emily Miller, the founder of the Rebelle Rally saw a void in automotive competition. She decided to create an event like no other that was inclusive for women. It was the first of its kind in the United States to give women a platform to grow and test their off-road skills and build confidence and over the course of a ten day event. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/24https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-26.jpgRR-26Competitors lined up to refuel near the Cailifornia Aquaduct and Quartz Hill, CA. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/25https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-21.jpgRR-21Michelle Klein trying to making her final decision on where to register the black checkpoint. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/26https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-23.jpgRR-23 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/27https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-17.jpgRR-17 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/28https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-22.jpgRR-22 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/29https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-20.jpgRR-20Ned is apart of the 60+ rally staff to keep the event going, made up of 100 competitors. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/30https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-15.jpgRR-15The first basecamp is located in ghost town at Gold Point, Nevada with a population of only seven people. This town lies near the border of California and Nevada just north of Death Valley. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/31https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-7.jpgRR-7At the end of Day 6 a handful of teams cross over after logging a green checkpoint on the other side of the dune. One team unsuccessfully summits the dune and gets stuck on the crest but luckily is helping get pulled out by another team. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/32https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-2.jpgRR-2The Glamis Sand Dunes are arguebly the most technical part of the rally. With ever changing conditions like wind and tempature and lack of visiblily over the large dunes there is a much higher risk of an accident. In this particular incident a team accidentally rolled their vehicle in a last ditch effort not to get stuck in the sand. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/33https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-18.jpgRR-18Tammy Battistessa, apart of the "Lost in Overland Team", 4x4 class at the end of Day 1. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/34https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-14.jpgRR-14 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/35https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-5.jpgRR-5Rachael Ridenour (Left), and Rebecca Donaghe (Right) on the final morning of competition taking a bearing from a blue checkpoint. Both Ridenour and Donaghe competed on separate teams but both placed in the "Crossover Classâ, which is is defined by a vehicle that has a unibody construction, two wheel or all wheel drive with no low range. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/36https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-13.jpgRR-13 https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/37https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-24.jpgRR-24Midway through the event Michelle Klein developed a fever that eventually put her out of a day of competition. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/38https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-9.jpgRR-9Two competiors cross a dry lake bead near Johnson Vally, a OHV area known for its classic unforgiving rocky and rough terrian. They couple miles of smooth lake bed offer some relief for the drivers as they cross. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/39https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-6.jpgRR-6Wendy Fisher, a media driver who competes alongside the rally off the record, to give guests and media more hands on experience of what the competition is like. Fisher Gives a demonstration orienting the map, plotting points and navigating in the field without any technology or GPS. https://matthewdefeo.com/Projects/Rebelle-Rally/40https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-40.jpgRR-40 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/thumbs https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/1https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker10.jpgMeeker10Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. Kathleen Kelly's property, standing near her favorite picnic spot, was destroyed by the fire. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker14.jpgMeeker14Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. Green prairies and a burned treeline overlook Kathleen Kellyâs property and the Meeker electrical substation. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker11.jpgMeeker11Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Burned juniper trees from the Lee Fire on Kathleen Kellyâs ranch. . CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker21.jpgMeeker21Meeker, CO - June 4th, 2026. Rancher Chad Carter, who leased land from Kathleen Kelley for grazing, was forced to move most of his cattle to Yuma, Colorado, a costlier option, leading to an estimated loss of $75,000 to $100,000 for the year. Additionally, he suffered hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages caused by the Lee fire on his property. Currently, he can only maintain a small herd of 20 cattle on his land. Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times. https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/SD_Web-9.jpgSD_Web-9 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/SD_Web-7.jpgSD_Web-7 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/SD_Web-12.jpgSD_Web-12 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-21.jpgRR-21Michelle Klein trying to making her final decision on where to register the black checkpoint. https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-8.jpgRR-8Founder of the Rebelle Rally Emily Miller, takes pride in the amount of effort her staff puts into designing the 1200+ mile course. Not only making for a challenging driving and navigating experience, but also seeing some of the most beautiful scenery in the west. (This particular shot is a teame driving up to a blue checkpoint at the Trona Pinicles 20 miles east of Ridgecrest California. This location is often used as a filming location for movies such as Star Trek and Planet of the Apes.) https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/RR-33.jpgRR-33 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/AMTER-49.jpgAMTER-49 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/12https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/AMTER-45.jpgAMTER-45 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/13https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/AMTER-40.jpgAMTER-40 https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/14https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Sydney-2.jpgSydney-2Colorado Springs, CO - June 11th, 2025: Sydney Kennett training at the iFly Indoor Skydiving facility in Colorado Springs. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/15https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Sydney-6.jpgSydney-6Colorado Springs, CO - June 11th, 2025: Sydney Kennett at the iFly Indoor Skydiving facility in Colorado Springs. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/16https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Sydney-1.jpgSydney-1Colorado Springs, CO - June 11th, 2025: Sydney Kennett at the iFly Indoor Skydiving facility in Colorado Springs. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/17https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-13.jpgaspenweb-13Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: A group makes their way down double black trail Harrisâs Wall. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/18https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-10.jpgaspenweb-10Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Ajax Tavern patrons enjoying the warmer weather. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/19https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/aspenweb-8.jpgaspenweb-8Aspen, CO - March 10th, 2024: Ajax Tavern patrons enjoying the spring weather. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/20https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Renee-2.jpgRenee-2Aspen, CO - July 6th, 2025: Jonghyun Park, mid rehearsal at the Aspen Music School Campus. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/21https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Renee-1.jpgRenee-1Aspen, CO - July 6th, 2025: Renée Fleming at the Aspen Music School Campus. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Overview/22https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Renee-3.jpgRenee-3Aspen, CO - July 6th, 2025: Lauren Carroll (left) listens to Renée Fleming (right) as she provides some performance feedback during a rehearsal at the Aspen Music School Campus. 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A burned treeline overlooking Kathleen Kelly's property. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/2https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker10.jpgMeeker10Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. Kathleen Kelly's property, standing near her favorite picnic spot, was destroyed by the fire. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/3https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker18.jpgMeeker18Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. Meeker power lines and infrastructure. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/4https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker8.jpgMeeker8Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: After the Lee Fire, heavy rain and floods forced piles of ash down either side of the ravine. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/5https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker19.jpgMeeker19Meeker, CO - June 4th, 2026. Alan Michalewicz, CEO of White River Electric, outside White River Electric offices. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/6https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker1.jpgMeeker1Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Remnants of cattle trails lead to a drying pond and wildfire-scarred hills. On Kathleen Kellyâs ranch, one of her dogs, Slim, is walking the perimeter. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/7https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker22.jpgMeeker22Meeker, CO - June 4th, 2026. Chad Carterâs cattle. He had to relocate most of his cattle to Yuma, Colorado, a more expensive alternative, which will result in an estimated loss of $75,000-$100,000 for the year. He can keep only a small herd of 20 cattle on his own property. Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/8https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker2.jpgMeeker2Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: All that remained on Kathleen Kellyâs property after the Lee Fire was barbed wire, as the wooden posts were destroyed. The leftover wire was rolled up by local fencing crews. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/9https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker14.jpgMeeker14Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. Green prairies and a burned treeline overlook Kathleen Kellyâs property and the Meeker electrical substation. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/10https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker5.jpgMeeker5Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Kyle Thompson, an employee of White River Electric, helped restore and repair many of the damaged lines and poles after the fire. Thompson also helped save some of the infrastructure alongside the local fire department. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/11https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker13.jpgMeeker13Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Green pastures after a recent rain on Kathleen Kellyâs property, adjacent to fire damage on the treeline. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/12https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker15.jpgMeeker15Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. A burned treeline on Kathleen Kellyâs property. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/13https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker21.jpgMeeker21Meeker, CO - June 4th, 2026. Rancher Chad Carter, who leased land from Kathleen Kelley for grazing, was forced to move most of his cattle to Yuma, Colorado, a costlier option, leading to an estimated loss of $75,000 to $100,000 for the year. Additionally, he suffered hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages caused by the Lee fire on his property. Currently, he can only maintain a small herd of 20 cattle on his land. Matthew DeFeo for The New York Times. https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/14https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker9.jpgMeeker9Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Ash saturated dirt. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/15https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker11.jpgMeeker11Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Burned juniper trees from the Lee Fire on Kathleen Kellyâs ranch. . CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/16https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker16.jpgMeeker16Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. Green prairies, a burned gate post, and treelines on Kathleen Kellyâs property. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/17https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker20.jpgMeeker20Meeker, CO - June 4th, 2026. Burn damage to ranches and properties in Meeker. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/18https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker17.jpgMeeker17Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026. Damaged fencing infrastructure on Kathleen Kellyâs property is estimated at over $300,000 CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/19https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker6.jpgMeeker6Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Meeker, Colorado electrical substation, a quarter mile away from Kathleen Kellyâs property. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/20https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker3.jpgMeeker3Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: In the month following the Lee Fire, strong storms and heavy rain caused major flooding on Kathleen Kellyâs property, sweeping large rocks, Douglas fir tree trunks, and other debris from the mountains, carrying them for over a mile and depositing them in the flatlands below. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/21https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker7.jpgMeeker7Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: A portion of Kathleen Kellyâs property, with the Meeker electrical substation in the background. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times https://matthewdefeo.com/Commissions/Lee-Fire,-NYT/22https://matthewdefeo.com/pf-media/Meeker4.jpgMeeker4Meeker, CO - June 3rd, 2026: Burned juniper trees from the Lee Fire on Kathleen Kellyâs ranch. Kelly also expects to plant more trees or build shade structures for the cattle now that shade is scarce. CREDIT: Matthew DeFeo For The New York Times