Chicago is a misunderstood city. More renowned for its crooked politics, oppressive violent crime, and shitty weather than whatever the local tourist board tells you, the true essence of the place is barely known or appreciated by outsiders. For over a century, Chicago has been home to a diverse collection of hustlers, radicals, and eccentrics, all of whom have helped to give the "Paris of the Midwest" its unique cultural vernacular.
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Between 2010 and 2013 I documented candid moments and attempted to build a picture of the city. These images are the result of that project.For more of Sam's work, check out his website.Does your town or city qualify for paradise status? Send your pitches to ukphotoblog@vice.com. Don't be shy.Previous Paradises:Detroit / Lahti / Budapest / Leeds / Dublin / Birmingham / Miami / Phoenix / Tbilisi / Los Angeles / Berlin / Rotterdam / Bristol
