Because Cothron works with kids on an almost daily basis he is constantly working on gimmicks, such as pennies on his forehead, to put the children at ease.Cothron does have contracts with surrounding schools from surrounding towns which at certain times of the year can dominate his workload.Although being the only town photographer would appear very hectic, there is a down side. There can be a lot of waiting around either at the studio or an event.Because Cothron photographs events such as the Homecoming show annually, he has practically become a permanent part of the show.Flora Burford and her grandsons, Dustin and Derek Newberry, sit outside to enjoy the early October weather.Dewayne Cothron’s license plate not only signifies his interest and occupation in photography, but also his identity to the town of Lafayette, TN.After working with people all day, it is a drastic change when Cothron returns hime in the evening to his wooded surroundings and two dogs. He stated that the abrupt change can be lonely at times.Cothron does photograph most of the events in town, either such as the Homecoming pre-game show, either for Lafayette High School or the local newspaper, often both.Kindergartener, Dustin Crews, timidly awaits his turn during picture re-take day at Hermitage Springs School.Johnna Coley keeps her son, Matt, closes they enjoy the Homecoming Parade and watch for candy to be thrown from floats.Leemon Wilson and his niece, Linda Sue Russel, enjoy a slow afternoon on their front porch as their cats watch.Much of Cothron’s business is on studio portraiture as he owns the only studio in town.
