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Writer's pictureEric McCoy

My Point of View: Campbellton Road

13-year-old Eric McCoy shows us around his neighborhood

 
All photography by Eric McCoy

The Cost of Living Project is investigating more than just the high prices of homes and rent; we want to talk about food, schools, healthcare, and how we get around. What does daily life look like for you, your family, and your community? Late last year, we invited students to participate in an experiment: We gave them $100 and a disposable camera each and asked, What is it like to live where you live? 


This is 13-year-old Eric McCoy's answer.

 
Eric "EJ" McCoy at the Boba Tea Bar in Georgia Tech

My name is Eric, and I’m the artist behind this project. Here’s a picture of me drinking my favorite drink, boba tea, at Georgia Tech. This is the best boba tea close to my neighborhood.


Eric's mom standing in front of his drawings of a lizard, a Dragon Ball Z character, and the moon in the night sky

This is my mom, checking on me in my room, next to some of my art.


Eric's uncle Vant'e sitting on a couch full of pillows

My Uncle Vant’e was a good sport and let me take his picture. He’s a good person.


A plate of waffles with a spoon and knife

The most important meal of the day! Breakfast, prepared by yours truly.


A street with a school bus about to turn to pick up Eric

Here, I’m watching my school bus turn the corner to come pick me up for school.


Orange fall trees changing color

I love watching the seasons change around my school. Autumn in Atlanta gives us these beautiful orange-colored trees.


The Sylvan Hills Middle School sign

This is my middle school, where I learn book and life lessons.


Eric's school band room full of spaced out empty chairs

This is one of my favorite places at school: the band room. We make great music in here.


Eric's saxophone

My actual saxophone that I play in my school band.


A Food Market corner store

This is the neighborhood corner store. My sister and I walk here for quick snacks.


Dollar Tree and Best 4 Less storefronts

This is where I get my art supplies and pet supplies for my dog Dasher. This is my one-stop shop.


The intersection of Ryan St. SW and Campbellton Rd. SW

This is my neighborhood, where I’m being raised: Oakland City.

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