Rafael plays with the ballon while his mom is preparing his meal. April 23rd, 2016, Jersey City, NJ. Photo by Marcella ContiRafael looks through the window to check the sky. April 23rd, 2016, Jersey City, NJ. Photo by Marcella ContiJoachim Friedrich, on the Corner of Thompson Street, Manhattan, NY June, 8th, 2016. Photo by Denice Flores
Yoselin at home ready to celebrate her 15th birthday, she was born in the USA, but her family is from Puebla Mexico. Brooklyn, NY Photo by Cynthia Santos BrionesYoselin and her parents godfather and chambelanes in the limousine going to Brooklyn Bridge to take some pictures. Brooklyn, NY Photo by Cynthia Santos BrionesYoselin with her court of honor or chambelanes dancing her waltz in her sweet fifteen party in a salon in Brighton Beach. Photo by Cynthia Santos BrionesA group of girls celebrate Adeline’s 20th birthday on Friday, May, 27th, 2016. Part of an ongoing project, Light Blue and the Same Red, on womanhood and entering your twenties surrounded by friendship, self discovery, and the city. Photo by Eryn ShafferA group of girls celebrate Adeline’s 20th birthday on Friday, May, 27th, 2016. Part of an ongoing project, Light Blue and the Same Red, on womanhood and entering your twenties surrounded by friendship, self discovery, and the city. Photo by Eryn Shaffer
A group of girls celebrate Adeline’s 20th birthday on Friday, May, 27th, 2016. Part of an ongoing project, Light Blue and the Same Red, on womanhood and entering your twenties surrounded by friendship, self discovery and the city. Photo by Eryn Shaffer
Honoring those who fought and died in the name of Freedom
Thomas Lopez, 88 years old, served with the 65th Infantry, The Borinqueneers, awaits his turn to represent his unit’s wreath. He just recieved the Congressional Gold Medal this year.A member of the US Navy band prepares to play Taps for the end of the ceremony. Photo by Jake SigalRetired Brigadier General Thomas J. Principe, of the New York Army National Gaurd, introduces each unit representative as they go to stand by their wreaths. Photo by Jake SigalCommander and Chaplain, Rabbi Melinda Zalma stands with Peter Galasinao, Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Association President, as Taps is played in the background.Peter D. Galasinao, President of the Soldier’s and Sailor’s Memorial Association, giving the welcome speech for the ceremony held in Riverside Park. Photo by Jake SigalSandra Lee, television chef and author, has a momentary break after talking about her grandfather’s service in World War II. Photo by Jake SigalMichael Fourte, Navy Commander, and Outreach Officer, standing at attention as Commander and Chaplain, Rabbi Melinda Zalma, walks by. Photo by Jake Sigal
Two men enjoy the warm weather on Pine Street in Financial District. New York, NY. May, 2016. Photo by: Dana deLaski TA woman on Mott street in Chinatown, Manhattan. New York, NY, May 2016 Photo by: Dana deLaskiA woman takes a portrait of two Children in Soho, New York City. May, 13 2016. Photo by: Denice Flores
A customer walks out of the Murberry Street Cigar Company. Mulberry Street, is home to the last remaining true Italian businesses of the area. Incorporated in 1999, the Mulberry Street Cigar Co. has been wrapping their cigars by hand and making them fresh on a daily basis by professional cigar rollers. New York, NY , March, 29th 2016. Photo by: Denice FloresBranches lay in the creek of my family’s ranch. The Nebraska property has been in the family for over 100 years and has acted as a haven and place of solitude, play, and hard work for my family throughout the ages. Part of an ongoing project investigating my previous three generations. Photo by Eryn ShafferMy great grandfather’s shed sits exactly the way he left it in the 1980’s – filled with tools, scrap wood, and coffee cans. Part of an ongoing project investigating my previous three generations using our 100 year old family farm in the midwest as a vessel into history. Photo by Eryn ShafferMy great grandfather’s tack rests in the retired cattle barn and hay loft on our family ranch in Nebraska. I feel like if I touch it, I may time travel back in time and see him riding in the town’s parade or herding cattle across the section of land our family still owns. Part of an ongoing project investigating my previous three generations using our 100 year old family farm in the midwest as my vessel into history. Photo by Eryn ShafferOne lion dancer prepares performance at the back stage. Feb. 12 2016 Photo by Xinran Gu
Residents enjoy an afternoon sunset at Hoboken waterfront, April 20th, 2016. Photo by: Marcella Conti Portrait of Larry Palnick, sitting on the corner of W 133rd Street, Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. Harlem, New York, NY. April 30,2016. Photo by: Denice Flores Woman relaxes in the sun in Washington Sq Park. New York, NY. April 23, 2016. Photo by: Dana deLaski Photo by: Dana deLaski A man is confronted by the cameras of tourists as he walks down Wall Street. New York, NY. April 19, 2016. Photo by: Dana deLaski
Adeline Rose laughs at home while playing with matches , Thursday April 14th 2016. Photo by: Eryn ShafferAdeline and Madeleine’s countertop on a Thursday afternoon. Photo by: Eryn Shaffer Photo by: Eryn ShafferAdeline walks to work Friday April 15th, 2015. Photo by: Eryn ShafferLogan Meckley and his girlfriend Adrienne Fisher making coffee at their apartment in Brooklyn, NY. March, 23, 2016. Photo by: Denice FloresJonathan Sanchez. Jefferson Ave, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Part of an ongoing project about Bedford-Stuyvesant. April 13, 2016 Photo by: William WuConnie Bobbitt. Jefferson Ave, Bedford-Stuyvesant. Part of an ongoing project about Bedford Stuyvesant. April 13, 2016 Photo by: William Wu
Portrait of Reem Ramadan at the International Center of Photography, New York, New York, USA. April 16, 2016. Taken by: Mohamed AlMannaiPortrait of Mariajosé Fernández Plenge at the International Center of Photography, New York, New York, USA. April 16, 2016. Taken by: Mohamed AlMannaiPortrait of Caterina Miani at the International Center of Photography, New York, New York, USA. April 16, 2016. Taken by: Mohamed AlMannaiAt the Donald Trump Protest that took place outside the Grand Hyatt Hotel where Trump was speaking attracted a few thousand protesters. One Trump supporter decided to instigate the crowd, he was shouting “Isis is amgonst us, learn how to use a gun safely.” while handing out flyers for the NYC Shooters Club. It ended in a big pushing match. New York City, 42nd St and Lexington, March 14th 2016 Photo by: Jake SigalOver the course of the protest there were nearly two dozen people arrested. There were a few brutal arrests that resulted in injury to the person in custody. Photo by: Jake SigalThe protest started to move through the streets around 7:00 PM, marching fast with smaller numbers the further it went. With seemingly no direction or leader, someone would shout “Left!” and everyone would cross in that direction. Police tried to keep people on the side walk, but couldn’t, so they started to arrest people who strayed into the street and refused to go back to the sidewalk. Photo by: Jake SigalThe protest ended with a peacefull gathering at Bryant Park around 10:30PM where everyone held hands and formed a large circle. Photo by: Jake SigalArt wall by: JGoldcrown, SoHo, New York City. March 28th 2016. JGoldcrown is and Artist known internationally for his Bleeding Hearts/Lovewall murals that can be seen around New York, Austin & L.A. The Lovewall has led him to work with brands and companies such as, Toms, Island Records, Universal, MTV, Vogue, Bandier, Rimowa Luggage, Lifestyle LA, Armarni and more. Photo by: Denice Flores
March 2016. The view outside an apartment window at 151st St. and Broadway in West Harlem, New York City, New York. Part of an ongoing project on my glimpses of daily life in Harlem. Photo by: Eryn ShafferMarch 6th, 2016, 148th St, West Harlem, New York City, New York. A young girl enjoys her ice cream outside Jehova Jireh Baptist Church of Christ after Sunday morning services. Part of an ongoing project on my glimpses of daily life in Harlem. Photo by: Eryn ShafferMarch, 2016. A man studies the MTA Subway map at the ABCD 145th St. station in Harlem, New York City, New York. The area surrounding 145th St. and St. Nicholas Avenue is growing as artists, students, and locals all invest in the community through new restaurants, coffeeshops, and coworking spaces like The Harlem Collective. Photo by: Eryn ShafferArdashev Daniel (11), a student of the local secondary school in the village of Diveevo poses for a portrait while training with a group called the “Survivalists”, 6 Apr 2016. The Survivalists train young adults to survive future wars and post-apocalyptic life. Photo by: Sarah Blesener23:00, 4 Apr 2014, Dmitrov, Russia. Photo by: Sarah BlesenerA student stands guard in an abandoned building in the village of Diveevo with a group known as the “Survivalists”, 6 Apr 2016, Russia. Survivalists train young adults to survive future wars and post-apocolyptic life and meet weekly for tactical drills. Photo by: Sarah BlesenerFruit vendor speaking to a customer. Chinatown, New York. February, 23, 2016. Photo by: Denice FloresStreet vendor selling vegetables to the people who are passing by the streets of Chinatown, New York. February, 23, 2016. Photo by: Denice Flores
Monzon poses for a portrait at the corner of 149th St. and Broadway in West Harlem, New York City, New York, on Easter Sunday, March, 27 2016. Easter afternoon in Harlem was a busy time as everyone was running errands to prepare for Easter dinner with friends and family. Photo by: Eryn ShafferPedro Fabian poses for a portrait on Broadway between 148th St. and 149th St. in West Harlem, New York City, New York, on Easter Sunday, March, 27 2016. Many people were out walking on Easter Sunday, enjoying one of the first warm days of spring. Photo by: Eryn Shaffer.Frank Sinatra’s souvenirs at Hoboken Historic Museum, New Jersey, March 6th, 2016. The museum is celebrating the 100th birthday of Frank Sinatra, with a special exhibition: “Frank Sinatra, The Man, the Voice and the Fans” Photo by: Marcella ContiA fan records a video during a performance from Swingadelic’s John Bauers, a Frank Sinatra cover band playing at the Hoboken Historical Museum, March 6th, 2016. Photo by: Marcella ContiSwingadelic’s John Bauers celebrates Frank Sinatra’s centennial with a performance at the Hoboken Historical Museum, March 6th, 2016. Photo by: Marcella ContiCharlie, guitarist and vocalist performing at the House of Yes in Brooklyn. Their band opened for a fundraiser for the North Brooklyn Boat Club. April 2nd 2016 Photo by: Jake SigalTim, vocalist of the band Blacktop Daisy, came down from the stage to interact with the crowd during their set. They were the opening band for the North Brooklyn Boat Club fundraiser at the House of Yes, at Wyckoff Ave and Jefferson St, Brooklyn, New York City. April 2nd 2016 Photo by: Jake SigalPerformer with Urban Circus NYC puts on a show for the North Brooklyn Boat Club fundraiser. The event was held at the House of Yes at Wyckoff Ave and Jefferson Street in Brooklyn, New York. April 2nd 2016 Photo by: Jake SigalStatue at the Sanqin Palace at 814 47 Street, Brooklyn, November, 17 2015. Photo by: Xinran GuPhoto by: Xinran GuHermenegildo is an indigenous migrant from Tlachichilco Veracruz. Tepehua speaking, he is a wind band musician and likes being a DJ at family parties. New York, 2015. Photo by: Cynthia SantosSalvador (Chava) better known as el “Toro de la Sierra”, is a Mixtec indigenous immigrant and musician from the mountains of Tlapa, Guerrero, Mexico. He plays the accordion and sings. Queens, New York , 2015. Photo by: Cynthia SantosVeronica in her sweet sixteen in Greenpoint Brooklyn, along with her parents and godparents, carrying an image of The Virgin de Guadalupe. New York, 2015. Photo by: Cynthia Santos.
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