When I talk about creating a community around these portraits this weekend is a perfect example of that.
Thank you to @healthyhoodchi for opening up your doors and welcoming me to capture @19_keys in the community.
Subject: @19_keys
Photographer: @jansen.b_
Sony A7III w/ Sony Macro 90mm 2.8
90mm, ƒ6.3, 1/200, 160
@westcottlighting FJ200
For the last two years I’ve walked subjects through the words of Happy Breakup Song by Fem. His storytelling has played an instrumental part of my sessions, experiences, and emotions in my images. It truly truly was an honor to sit down and intentionally create an image of him with the expectation of it outliving us.
Special s/o to @naira.bills for making this happen.
Subject: @femdotdotcom
Photographer: @jansen.b_
Sony A7III w/ Sony Macro 90mm 2.8
90mm, ƒ4.5, 1/160, 250
@westcottlighting FJ200
New Kill Your Masters Champion Tee available for preorder now!
Only at Estebanwhiteside.com
⏳Pre-orders close in less than 24 hours on Thursday, April 9.
This is my first-ever independent shirt release—a surprise drop created to coincide with 2026 Art Expo in Chicago.
Two Print Options (Choose Your Version)
Puff Print Edition (Pre-Order Only)
A raised, textured chest graphic for extra dimension and feel. Only available through pre-order.
Hand Screen Print Edition
Classic screen printed chest print.
Release Details
Limited shirts available for immediate purchase
Available sizes: M, L, XL only
No puff print restocks
Need XS, Small, 2XL, or 3XL+?
These sizes are pre-order only and will be produced specifically for you.
Craftsmanship & Production
Each shirt is printed in Chicago by Kasa, Inc, a second-generation, minority family-owned shop known for quality and care.
Back graphic is fully hand screen printed
Each color is layered individually for depth and durability
Results in richer tones and a premium textured finish
Product Details
Heavyweight tee with a boxy, oversized fit. Wide body, dropped shoulders, and a slightly cropped length for a structured, modern look.
Puff or standard print front (depending on selection)
Fulfillment
Chicago Pickup:
Saturday, April 11 & Sunday, April 12 at HealthyHood
Shipping Begins:
Friday, April 17 (nationwide)
@nicosegal sat down with @naira.bills at Star Lounge over cups of @darkmattercoffee to revisit the magic behind ‘Sunday Candy’. In this conversation, they trace the collaborative energy that created one of the most beloved records to come out of Chicago. Everyone played their part — and together, they captured lightning in a bottle.
Nico Segal sits down with Nira Bills at Star Lounge over cups of Dark Matter Coffee to revisit the magic behind Sunday Candy. In this intimate conversation, they trace the creative spark, the late-night sessions, and the collaborative energy that turned a simple idea into one of the most beloved records to come out of Chicago. Everyone played their part — and together, they captured lightning in a bottle.
Thank you to @nicosegal and @jansen.b_ for trusting us with this vision. Shout the MFing Social Experiment (@alldayrecess@chancetherapper@stixjams@realcottontale )
#SundayCandy #NicoSegal #NiraBills #DonnieTrumpet #TheSocialExperiment #ChanceTheRapper #ChicagoMusic #DarkMatterCoffee #StarLounge
Thank you, Chicago. Still buzzing from the SOLD OUT 10-Year Anniversary of Surf at Metro. A more thoughtful thank you to come but I wanted to say something to everyone who stepped up and went through the fire with us. This was truly a team effort.
I made so many memories, learned so much, and made friendships that will last forever.
A less than 24 hr sneak peek of photos by @rylworldphotography
Next Sunday pull up to the Surf Flea Market — one day only!
✨ Exclusive merch from The Social Experiment & Friends
✨ Chicago makers + local vendors
✨ Food, drinks & live performances
Presented with love by Dark Matter Coffee, Don Julio, Crown Royal, and Timeless Vapes.
Dark Matter Warehouse — 475 N Campbell Ave
Sunday, Oct 12 | 3–8 PM
RSVP now — link in bio
Link in bio 🎫🛍️
We’re less than a month away from the Surf 10 Year Anniversary Show at @metrochicago ! 🌊✨
Do you have your tickets yet?
We’re excited to bring this moment to Chicago, and to celebrate we’re dropping a limited run of The Social Experiment merch:
🖼️ Posters – 10 Year Anniversary prints by @sentrock , screen printed by @allstarpresschicago . 125 QTY available
👕 Merch – Limited shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts, all screen printed by @kasa.inc Only 50 QTY available.
📍 Pins – 25 QTY hard enamel pins total.
Pre-sale is highly encouraged. Don’t miss out, once it’s gone, it’s gone!
Special thank you to @ctzn_caine@sentrock@thefirstcolleen@darkmattercoffee@metrochicago@kasa.inc@brandon_hughes_ for making this all possible.