FEBRUARY 2 • 2023 | 57
YEVGENIYA GAZMAN
the 1980s, he took two years
off to regroup and explore his
interests. That was the first
time he took an interest in
nature photography.
But more than anything, he
wanted to work in advertising.
Deutsch recalls how he came
across a hiring post for a small
advertising agency looking
for a mail clerk. He decided
to apply. However, instead of
submitting the standard cover
letter and resume, he created
a clever and carefully crafted
third-person letter on why he
was a perfect candidate for the
agency. He ended up sending
it to multiple agencies and
landed his first job in the field.
During his multi-decade
advertising career, Deutsch
worked at several major
advertising firms, including
Doner and GTB, from which
he retired after 17 years in
January 2022.
When Deutsch was working,
he had little time for nature
photography, but since his
retirement, he’s been able to
dedicate himself fully to the
craft he loves.
Deutsch lives by the motto,
“Your next picture is your best
picture.
” He takes classes daily,
getting outdoors with photo
clubs and honing his skill.
“Photography has become
spiritual,
” said Deutsch, who
leans toward being a joker.
That said, photography is
something he takes seriously
and through which he takes
himself seriously.
Photography has also
opened the doors to
community.
Deutsch was drawn to the
Temple Emanu-El garden in
Oak Park, which attracts a
lot of butterflies and insects.
Soon, his photos graced
the pages of the temple’s
magazine. He volunteered to
photograph multiple events for
the synagogue as well. Now,
Deutsch is no longer just a
guest and observer at Temple
Emanu-El — he’s a member of
the congregation.
“Photography is a journey,
and I am just beginning it,
”
he said.
Evan Deutsch takes
photos out in nature.