Chris is a commercial and lifestyle photographer specializing in portraits. Chris has perfected the art of striking the perfect balance between honesty and beauty in his images.

As the largest urban redevelopment project in the United States, the Atlanta Beltline is a 22-mile loop of pedestrian-friendly trails, parks, and green space that has taken over a decade to come to fruition. When complete, it will connect 45 neighborhoods and provide 1,300 acres of new parkland. The Beltline has already had a positive impact on the city of Atlanta, and many believe it will be a catalyst for continued growth and development.

Chris documented the progress of the project from the very beginning, and says it’s been fascinating to see the transformation of the landscape and the neighborhoods that the Beltline passes through.

Martin’s photos offer a glimpse into the past, present, and future of the Beltline and the city of Atlanta. They provide a unique perspective on the project, ways the community is engaging in the development process, and its impact on the city. Chris’ Beltline imagery has also helped to facilitate international conversations about the use and development of green spaces in communities.

Chris now shares his creative direction with Content Matters, helping our clients convey the impact that they make.

• From State Capitols to City Halls: Smarter State Policies for Stronger Cities, by Alan Mallach, A Policy Focus Report. Published by the Lincoln Iinstitute of Land Policy, Cetner for Community Progress, copyright 2022.
• Art on the Atlanta Beltline 10 Year Anniversary: 2010-2020 Retrospective, copyright 2021
• Design for Good: A New Era of Architecture for Everyone, by John Cary, copyright 2017
• The Atlanta City Design: Aspiring to the Beloved Community, City of Atlanta, Department of City Planning, copyright 2017.
• Where We Want to Live: Reclaiming Infrastructure for a New Generation of Cities by Ryan Gravel, copyright 2016.
• Rebuilding the American City: Design and Strategy for the 21st Century Urban Core, by David Gamble and Patty Heyda, copyright 2016.
• Designing Healthy Communities, by Richard. J. Jackson with Stacy Sinclair, copyright 2012.

Read on and visit Content Matters Studios to view Chris Martin’s Solo Photography Exhibit