Category Archives: New York
Chelsea Market
If only there were a way to capture the intoxicating smells of this tea and spice stall in Chelsea Market. The aroma is ever so much better than the spice aisle at Patel Brothers Indian Market in Jackson Heights, … Continue reading
High Line
West 17th Street
I love New York. While you’re walking down the street, this is what you can see without even going out of your way. It’s part of a mural by Phlegm, a British artist; homage to Edward Gorey and Breughel, but … Continue reading
New York Public Library
Soho
What are they building? Not a new gallery or affordable housing. Will they cover the mural? Will they spread love? The image is by the French artist JR; it shows Brandon Many Ribs, a Dakota, as part of JR’s Inside … Continue reading
Steam Engines
19th century technology, 21st century imaging software. http://www.atlasobscura.com/places/pratt-institute-engine-room
Lunar New Year, Chinatown
Firecrackers and fireworks are illegal in New York City, but back when I took these pictures the Chinese people had an exemption for the Lunar New Year, I believe on religious grounds. The lion dances shown here made earplugs absolutely … Continue reading
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