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In the mid-1980's I had attended photography school in this red bricked corner mansion, which stands at 94th Street and Fifth Avenue, directly across from Central Park in New York City. Isn't that wild. From the early 1970's thru until the late 1990's, The International Center of Photography (ICP) had its founding location, museum and school situated in the Willard D. Straight house, a mansion built along NYC's famed museum mile
I had enrolled at ICP to study the art & science of black and white film photography
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willard_D._Straight_House
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This is the second time I've ordered Noren (curtains) from this company, Sand Snow, based in Lithuania. The quality for the price is incredible. I am very specific with certain things in my life, and this is a winner.
The yellow Noren I purchased is called "Chartreuse Yellow," which I found interesting — as that's similar to the name of a famous French liqueur, Yellow Chartreuse, named by the monks of the Chartreuse monastery in the mountains of southeast France, who began producing it in the 17th century. I'm sure there's some historical reason they used that specific name for the yellow. It all fascinates me. History.
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Linen, a fabric deeply woven into the tapestry of human history, has a story that transcends time and geography. This natural fiber, known for its elegance and durability, has played a pivotal role in the evolution of human civilization. From ancient Egypt to modern fashion, linen’s journey is a rich narrative of culture, innovation, and sustainability.
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Whilst walking home from my office this afternoon, I happened upon this fellow artist at work. I would never have seen this if I had taken the train
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Voices, 2018
Jaume Plensa
Read more about
JAUME PLENSA - HERE
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Manhattan: Hudson Yards - Click to view
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38-15 Queens Boulevard / Before & After Construction
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INSPIRATION
The siren was created by Terry Heckler, a corporate artist and creative partner of Starbucks founder Gordon Bowker. Heckler was inspired by a 16th century Norse woodcut of a two-tailed siren. The siren's hair is similar to ocean waves, a reference to Seattle's (in the U.S. State of Washington) proximity to the sea.
MEANING
The siren is a metaphor for the siren song of coffee, luring people to the brand. The siren's mythical and mysterious appeal is intended to convey the idea that Starbucks seduces coffee lovers. From European myths and alchemy, her two tails represent dualities, such as earth and water, or body and soul
DESIGN
The siren has been updated over the years, but the siren remains at its core. The latest design includes asymmetry, such as a dipped nose on the right side of the siren's face. This was done to avoid making the siren look too perfect.
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Discarded Street Items/Trash/Litter
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UBB = Unending Building Boom
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29-15 40th Road, LIC / Before & After Construction
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New Rendering Revealed For 29-15 40th Road in Long Island City, Queens
newyorkyimby.com/2024/04/new-rendering-revealed-for-29-15...
A new rendering has been revealed for 29-15 40th Road, an upcoming 12-story residential building in Long Island City, Queens. Few details have been made public about the project, which is being designed by Fogarty Finger Architects and developed by SB Development, which also acquired the adjacent lot at 29-13 40th Road for $8.7 million last fall.
Permits have been filed for an eight-story mixed-use building at 37-22 30th Street in Astoria, Queens. Located between 37th and 38th Avenues, the lot is between the 36th and 39th Avenue subway stations, served by the N and W trains. Arthur Klansky of Ashlar Mechanical Corp. is listed as the owner behind the applications.
The proposed 70-foot-tall development will yield 20,642 square feet, with 17,640 square feet designated for residential space and 3,002 square feet for manufacturing space. The building will have 14 residences, most likely condos based on the average unit scope of 1,260 square feet. The concrete-based structure will also have a cellar and seven enclosed parking spaces.
Further info: newyorkyimby.com/2025/01/permits-filed-for-37-22-30th-str...
Portrait of my new Nikon Z50 II with my Nikkor Z 28-400mm lens. Nice lightweight walk around and travel package for birding.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G.
5.4mm. f/1.8 @ 1/15 sec. ISO 125.
I'm greeting you and asking how you all are--and letting you know that I am fine.
Finally equipped the smart phone app with a cool app (Go Keyboard) for writing kana and kanjii.
Fall colors at Mike Lewis Park.
Mike Lewis Park. Grand Prairie, Texas.
December 5, 2023. Dallas County.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G.
(7.1mm). f/2.4 @ 1/457 sec. ISO 25.
Mackerel Sky. A rarity
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A mackerel sky is a term for clouds made up of rows of cirrocumulus or altocumulus clouds displaying an undulating, rippling pattern similar in appearance to fish scales;this is caused by high altitude atmospheric waves.
~ Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mackerel_sky
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Over the past year I have been taking this one same shot almost every weekday, mostly in the morning.
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Thomson Avenue, Long Island City
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“Sometimes I doubt your commitment to Sparkle Motion.”
From the 2001 movie "Donnie Darko"
Kitty Farmer, a character portrayed by Beth Grant delivers this humorous and absurd line, as she directs the young dancers in the film. While it may seem comical on the surface, this quote reflects the film’s commentary on conformity and the absurdity of societal expectations.
Kitty’s obsession with “Sparkle Motion” represents a shallow pursuit of perfection and conformity. The line serves as a satirical critique of the pressure to conform to societal norms, even in seemingly trivial matters like dance routines. It highlights the absurdity of placing unwavering commitment to conformity above genuine individuality.
~ Stories at Worlds End
Further info:
storiesatworldsend.com/donnie-darko-quotes
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Manhattan: Gramercy
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If you want a smart camera phone with a low cost, then you have good options for Zuricart. Every type of smartphone is available at a low price.
October 23, 2025
This photo of mine was picked up by The New York Groove and chosen as the feature photo to this article:
What do the housing ballot referendums mean and how should I vote on them?
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UBB = Unending Building Boom
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29-15 40th Road, LIC / Before & After Construction
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New Rendering Revealed For 29-15 40th Road in Long Island City, Queens
newyorkyimby.com/2024/04/new-rendering-revealed-for-29-15...
A new rendering has been revealed for 29-15 40th Road, an upcoming 12-story residential building in Long Island City, Queens. Few details have been made public about the project, which is being designed by Fogarty Finger Architects and developed by SB Development, which also acquired the adjacent lot at 29-13 40th Road for $8.7 million last fall.
Nokia reportedly sold a record 8 million Lumia smartphones between June and September
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New York State Pavilion
Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens, New York City
Structures built for World’s Fairs are usually built to be taken down. This happened with nearly every building from the 1939 World’s Fair, including the Trylon and Perisphere, and most of the buildings from the 1964 Fair. While many of the major pavilions were deconstructed (and sometimes shipped to other places), there are still remnants of the Fairs that exist today. These vestiges of the fairs have since become iconic landmarks of New York City such as the Parachute Jump in Coney Island, the Unisphere in Flushing Meadow-Corona Park in Queens, and the Queens Museum. Another World’s Fair remnant that it is hard to picture New York City without is the New York State Pavilion. Once the 1964-65 Fair wrapped, however, the future of the Pavilion was uncertain.
Further info:
"The Battle to Save the New York State Pavilion in Queens (untapped new york)
New York State Pavilion - Wikipedia
Queens, New York (Random)