Lundi 27 Juillet 2015 10:17:35 par Thierry Côté dans Expositions

This late summer exhibition explores the diversity and evolving landscape of the Big Apple, from street scenes to architectural studies, through a survey of both vintage and modern views.


Photographs from the 1920's – 1960's of New York will include scenes of kids playing, some refreshing themselves in water spraying from fire hydrants, some skating down sidewalks, playing cards, fishing, shoe shining, etc.

Morris Engel, Water Fountains, Coney Island, 1938, Courtesy PDNB Gallery, Dallas, TX

Summer scenes from Coney Island will be included that portray adults and kids crowded on a beach, with hundreds of sunbathers taking time out. This city beach provided carnival rides, the famous Nathan's Hot Dogs stand, horse rides, Fortune tellers and more. Both Morris Engel and Harold Feinstein captured the energy of Coney Island like no others. Engel even produced a film with his wife, Ruth Orkin, called "The Little Fugitive." The story is about a boy who runs away from home to Coney Island.


Of course, also included in this exhibition are the captivating and iconic images of New York by John Albok. A master at documenting everyday life, John Albok's passion and gentle spirit captures the rich life of a majestic city.


Michael Kenna, a contemporary artist, provides us with stellar images of New York architecture. His studies of the enigmatic Brooklyn Bridge, the Chrysler Building, and Empire State building reflect his high regard for great design and engineering that dictate a great city.

John Albok, New York Street Scene (sidewalk race), 1945, Courtesy PDNB Gallery, Dallas, TX

This exhibition coincides with PDNB's third Biennial FUN SHOW!, that opened recently. New Items and reduced pricing will be added to the FUN SHOW! for the opening of the New York exhibition.


Opening event – Saturday, August 8, 2015 from 2:00 – 8:00 PM.