Baltimore Law Firm Becomes A PlaceMaker™
PlaceMaking™ is the deeply-valued process of helping others feel intimately connected to the places in their lives.
City Imprints owner Bruce Plourde values the art of PlaceMaking™ so much that he built his company around it. Whether he’s photographing landmarks or landscapes, Bruce is always capitalizing on the greatest assets and inspirations of local communities. His photographic art collections re-imagine everyday locations in a way that strengthens a connection between people and the places.
Recently, Robert Jenner, managing partner of Jenner Law Firm in Baltimore, MD, noticed City Imprints’ work. He was initially impressed with the PlaceMaker™ collection he saw at a Richmond, VA, financial firm. That’s when he decided to contact City Imprints about artwork for his office.
Robert and Bruce spent a Saturday morning discussing PlaceMaking™, Baltimore, and the significance of Bruce’s education at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Savannah, GA. Robert had always been impressed by the talent coming from the art and design university. The two also connected over their shared values. Jenner Law Firm developed a trust to contribute to those in need worldwide financially, and Bruce is also involved in many charitable initiatives.
Soon after the call, Bruce went to work photographing the city. Baltimore is notably writing a new chapter in its history, and Bruce wanted to honor the city’s past while also capturing the vibrancy of its future.
“When people visit
Jenner Law Firm, I want them to sense a familiarity that is iconic Charm City. The art on their walls embodies the richness, boldness, and realness of the city—all characteristics I also see reflected in the firm.” -Bruce Plourde
Bruce fell in love with Meadow Mill, the four-story property that houses Jenner Law Firm. Located in the Hampden-Woodberry neighborhood, Meadow Mill is an adaptive reuse of an 1877-built cotton mill listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guests who enter the main lobby find antique photos of the building’s past, including its connection to London Fog, a well-known outerwear company. The building’s past is experienced through worn handrails and the faded imprints of Meadow Mill on stair treads.
The reuse of the space from old to new is spectacular.
Jenner Law Firm’s office is part of the modern adaptation of the mill. Its interior features clean lines, plenty of light, and an open floor plan with private offices. Expansive ceiling heights highlight the mill’s iron beams and new roof structure.
“Bruce helped me visualize each space to make the best decisions about the artwork we needed. He designed everything to fit our location and the aesthetics of the building. Now, everywhere we look, we feel a sense of pride in our city and the work we do here.” -Robert Jenner
City Imprints used a mix of wood and metal digital reproductions with wire hanging and aluminum standoffs to create timeless, unique installations. The conference room features a sizeable multi-panel install of Meadow Mill on metal and framed wood reproduction of the mill from years past. City Imprints captured the building’s current architectural glory and its historical context.
Additional images include Graffiti Alley, one of Baltimore's most photographed locations, as well as Inner Harbor, Baltimore Skylines, National Aquarium, Mount Vernon, and several other beloved locations.
Jenner Law Firm has officially become a Baltimore PlaceMaker™. For more information on how you can acquire custom PlaceMaker™ art that says, “I love it here!” please contact Bruce at City Imprints.
