Michael Barkin Michael Barkin

Urbanism

Medium and large cities are interesting due to their population densities. Humans must interact in cities, even if only riding the bus or buying groceries.

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Recent Work

Ongoing work from Seattle and travels around the West Coast of the USA.

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Oregon Stories

I grew-up in Oregon and often return. The state has a diverse topography but is often associated with the now-threatened, lush-green forests.

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Year in Review

This recap of my year is, of course, different than everyone else’s. It is what I observed during various forays and from my perspective.

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Salmon Runs

Salmon are the iconic fish of the Pacific Northwest of the USA. And, many species of salmon are endangered. My interest in the fisheries, science, and cultural issues was piqued…

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Colonia

Today is meaningful regardless of whether it’s called Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day, regardless of if you have a holiday, and regardless of your cultural frame of reference.

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Taxonomy Boot Camp

I’ll be speaking at the 2023 Taxonomy Boot Camp Conference about metadata quality.

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Summer Trails

The summer of 2023 has continued to be a time of reflection. While smoky and hot on occasion, there have been stretches of pleasant days. I was able to navigate the highways and passes various times en route to new and familiar views.

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Tree-sit Prints

Two 12”x18” silver gelatin prints of the Winberry Tree-sit in 2001 are on display at White Lotus Gallery in Eugene, Oregon, USA.

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The Digital Archive

It's worth reflecting on the evolution of archives after 20 years of work with quickly changing technologies. The experience is invaluable as I make decisions and gives context to why I make specific recommendations.

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NW Land

The human impact on the land in undeniable. Landscapes of the American Northwest and Southwestern Canada are pristine despite the presence of humans, in some ways more than others.

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Summertime

It’s been a fantastic summer in Seattle, from the MLB All-Star Week to a Latin American music festival and blue-sky days on the water.

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Urban Hiking

An urban hike poses a variety of options for anyone interested in sightseeing, exercise, exploration, or simply clearing the mind.

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Zine Fair

I'll be at the Photo Zine and Book Fair at the Photographic Center Northwest (900 12th Avenue in Seattle) on Saturday, August 12th from 12-5pm.

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