Zechariah Blanchard stands in front of the van he drives to respond to calls from customers who can’t drive to him. (Maria Avlonitis/Atrium Magazine)
Zechariah Blanchard grew up with one hand on a motor and the other in a toolbox.
Ever since he was four he has been learning the ins and outs of mechanical work, and he has become an expert in vehicle diagnostics.
Now he uses this valuable knowledge to support his three children, who he raises on his own.
Blanchard examines under the hood of a car in his lot. (Maria Avlonitis/Atrium Magazine)Behind the Bald Mechanic is a makeshift garage where Blanchard works in early in the mornings to mid-afternoon.(Maria Avlonitis/Atrium Magazine)On a wooden bench away from all the cars, Blanchard takes smoke breaks at the back of the yard. (Maria Avlonitis/Atrium Magazine)
