1706372697 New York Portraits of an Empty City

New York: Portraits of an Empty City

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When I returned to the Big Apple 18 years after my first visit, it was as if I was rediscovering New York from a perspective altered by time and experience. On my first foray, I was just taking my first steps into photography. I lacked the refined gaze and observation skills I had acquired over the years. The city, which had previously impressed me with its size, now appeared from a completely different perspective. Skyscrapers that were merely imposing structures when I first visited were transformed into canvases that told stories of innovation and urban life. This time my camera became an extension of my more experienced soul. Each recording was a conscious expression of the development of my artistic perception. The absence of color in my photographs was intended not only to emphasize the timelessness of the architecture, but also to reflect the maturity of my creative approach. As I walked the familiar streets of New York, I discovered new nuances and details that juxtaposed in my previous memory. The ever-dynamic city unfolded before me like an ever-changing canvas. The return was not only an act of reflection, but also a celebration of how practice and patience have changed my vision and transformed each photo into an ever-evolving work.

650 Madison Ave.Number 650 Madison Avenue.Jose Conceptes10 Madison Square West.10 Madison Square West.Jose ConceptesOne World Trade Center, the tallest skyscraper in the United States. It is located on the site of the missing Twin Towers.One World Trade Center, the tallest skyscraper in the United States. It is located on the site of the missing Twin Towers.Jose Conceptes10 Madison Square West. The historic Rockefeller Center, seen from Fifth Avenue.10 Madison Square West. The historic Rockefeller Center, seen from Fifth Avenue.Jose Conceptes15 Hudson Yards. In the photo you can see a skyscraper under construction. 15 Hudson Yards. In the photo you can see a skyscraper under construction. Jose ConceptesThe Bronx County Hall of Justice, designed by architect Rafael Viñoly. The Bronx County Hall of Justice, designed by architect Rafael Viñoly. Jose ConceptesPart of the Brooklyn Bridge, a 19th century engineering structure. Part of the Brooklyn Bridge, a 19th century engineering structure. Jose Conceptes30 Hudson Yards. 30 Hudson Yards. Jose ConceptesThree World Trade Center was built next to the skyscrapers replacing the Twin Towers.The Three World Trade Center, built next to the skyscrapers replacing the Twin Towers.Jose ConceptesLike a beehive. The building is part of a New York City Housing Authority housing project.Like a beehive. The building is part of one of the New York City Housing Authority's residential projects.Jose ConceptsThe Freedom Tower, number one in the World Trade Center.The Freedom Tower, number one in the World Trade Center.Jose ConceptesThe Olympia Dumbo, inspired by Brooklyn's maritime past.The Olympia Dumbo, inspired by Brooklyn's maritime past.Jose ConceptsThe Steinway Tower is considered the narrowest skyscraper in the world.The Steinway Tower is considered the narrowest skyscraper in the world.Jose Conceptes200 Vesey Street. 200 Vesey Street. Jose Conceptes“The Vessel” by Thomas Heatherwick, inspired by a giant honeycomb.“The Vessel” by Thomas Heatherwick, inspired by a giant honeycomb.Jose Concepts1 Clinton Street, Brooklyn Heights.Number 1 Clinton Street, Brooklyn Heights.Jose ConceptesThe New York skyline under the Brooklyn Bridge.The urban skyline of New York under the Brooklyn Bridge.Jose Conceptes

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