13-year-old Eric McCoy shows us around his neighborhood
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.
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.
This is my mom, checking on me in my room, next to some of my art.
My Uncle Vant’e was a good sport and let me take his picture. He’s a good person.
The most important meal of the day! Breakfast, prepared by yours truly.
Here, I’m watching my school bus turn the corner to come pick me up for school.
I love watching the seasons change around my school. Autumn in Atlanta gives us these beautiful orange-colored trees.
This is my middle school, where I learn book and life lessons.
This is one of my favorite places at school: the band room. We make great music in here.
My actual saxophone that I play in my school band.
This is the neighborhood corner store. My sister and I walk here for quick snacks.
This is where I get my art supplies and pet supplies for my dog Dasher. This is my one-stop shop.
This is my neighborhood, where I’m being raised: Oakland City.