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Had dinner the other night at Boxers. Nothings changed there except the name. It use to be called Jimmy Days and it was the premier sports bar before there were sports bars. 200 people yelling Yessss! with every Clyde jumper or Pearl dipsy doodle. They still serve a mean burger and the steaks are killer. The large windows offers one of the best people watching perches in the city.
My first post of the Gates was at the Harlem Meers, so its only fitting that I end it there. I was fortunate enough to be there as the full Moon rose offering a gentle glow in the darkest corner of the park. Perfect for the throngs of people that took advantage of this once in a lifetime event to soak it all in around the clock. It seemed that the Park hadn't seen this much traffic since the sixties when the old Schaeffer Concerts at Wollman Memorial Rink would draw thousands to the park. The party would continue long into the night and spread throughout the park.
My beloved made a special trip to the city from Kingston to view the Christo extravaganza in Central Park. This is my next to last post on the Gates. I promise.
I took these shots on Saturday. It waswindy and frigid, and seemed even more so after a week of 50 degrees. Early morning seems reserved for the canines. Sunrise light really bounces off the saffron in different shades. Sorry I missed the snow in NYC this weekend.
This is the schoolyard for the Jackie Robinson Educational Complex. Nestled between Madison Ave and Park Ave on E. 106 St the Tats Cru shows off their skills.
A short stroll along 125 St.
No Saffron tonight.
Last night I joined a small group of photographers in Central Park for a little shooting party. It was a lot of fun. I usually work best alone but its different when the other people are also photographers. Anyway thanks to Bluejake for thinking up the project and leading the way. Some of the other photographers there, Youngna, Matt Law, tangentialism and Grumpmonk.
I got to the Great Hill about 8:30 am just as the unfurling began. Crowds cheered and a good time was had by all. There was a holiday spirit in the air and smiles were plentyful. It is truly beautiful and a must see for this once in a lifetime event. I only wish it hadn't been so overcast but I'm sure there will be plenty of light in the coming weeks. Check out Gothamist for full coverage.
Tommorrow is the unveiling or should I say unfurling of The Gates. NYC photobloggers will be all over this for the next couple of weeks and I'll be right in there with them. I went there tonight (just as the sun set) to catch a glimpse before they're unfurled. It is an impressive sight as is. Can't wait.
