The Midnight Socialite ™

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For years, Atlanta based photographer Chris Merkle has captured nothing less than extraordinary moments from coast to coast. Also known as The Midnight Socialite, he has no problem finding his way into every desirable event; in fact, there is very little he isn’t a part of. With an inevitable sense of style and imagination it won’t be long until TMS is a household abbreviation.

You won’t have to look far to discover that his well-executed website, TheMidnightSocialite.com has all your answers from snapshots and blogging to fashion and further nightlife. He even sends out weekly texts to ensure you are up to date on everything he has to offer. Don’t let his age fool you, between his professional desires and young antics there is a perfect mix of expertise behind every endeavor. Midnight’s photos have graced the pages of URB Magazine, The Skinny (Scotland), fashion tradeshow mag DNR, Creative Loafing and Six Degrees Magazine, and it doesn’t stop there – he's also worked with top corporate clients such as Coca-Cola, Gen Art, and Acura. He looks to expand his growing empire by conquering new cities, creating merchandise and dabbling in the publication industry; let’s face it, there isn’t anything he can’t do.

a NIGHTLIFE CULTURE PHOTOGRAPHER.

By day, he's 19-year-old mild-mannered Chris Merkle. By night, he's the Midnight Socialite. In the past year, Merkle has been to more than 150 parties and club events in Atlanta and across the country. And not once did he have to use a fake ID to gain entry. His photos serve as his calling card, capturing the essence of pop life in all its aspirational glory.
-RODNEY CARMICHAEL, Creative Loafing

What people are saying about The Midnight Socialite:

"The drunkest photographer I know." -Jesse, Whynatte Beverage Co. "...a pillar to the community." -Jared, Alternative Apparel "What are you, trying to be trendy or some shit?" -AC, Trafik Tradeshow "No homo." -Lil Wayne