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Sep 28th, 2020

Evolution of an iconic Image: Boardwalk Sheet Music Montage, 1952 to 2020 by Judith Thompson

Just recently I made the decision to release the first estate print from the Harold Feinstein Photography Trust. I made this decision because this iconic image — unknown until 10 years ago — has sold out as a signed contemporary print while inquiries about it exceed that for any other image. I have been deliberating… Continue reading

Jul 3rd, 2020

What’s the July 4th week-end without Coney Island? Will apple pie be the next to go? by Judith Thompson

This ABC Nightline piece celebrating Coney Island and the photography of Harold Feinsted aired 25 years ago today. There were dire predictions about the future then…as there are now. Yet the same indomitable resilience remains!

Jun 19th, 2020 10 comments

Five timeless years: Describing the state of our soul by Judith Thompson

HAROLD FEINSTEIN (April 17, 1931- June 20, 2015) “There can be no regrets for that which is built out of love. The love of the work, of the image, of one’s self. When you’re in the moment, you’re in touch with eternity. That’s the only measure there is, and I don’t even consider it a… Continue reading

May 25th, 2020 3 comments

Different kinds of war: Reflections on Memorial Day 2020 by Judith Thompson

As I looked through Harold’s Draftee series for some appropriate photographs to share on this 2020 Memorial Day observance, the irony of the one above did not escape me. This GI is getting inoculated in both arms as a way to prepare for the war overseas. Harold went off to Korea in 1952. Approximately 35,000… Continue reading

May 10th, 2020 4 comments

Roses and prayers for Therese on Mother’s Day, 2020 by Judith Thompson

“We are born of love; love is our Mother. ” Rumi Today we celebrate mothers. And yet it’s a different Mother’s Day than any of us have every known. In too many cases the joyful gatherings that we may have been used to on this special days are being replaced by zoom calls. In too… Continue reading

Apr 21st, 2020 15 comments

Earth Day at 50: A Hush Across the Land by Judith Thompson

The morning breeze has secrets to tell you. Do not go back to sleep. Rumi Could any of us have imagined that the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day would arrive like this? The global “pause button” has been pushed. The Earth is breathing? Can you hear her? The Pandemic has created multiple realities for… Continue reading

Apr 17th, 2020 6 comments

Happy 89th Birthday Harold! Remembering what’s important by Judith Thompson

As I was looking through various quotes from Harold’s writings by way of bringing not only his face, but his words to this 89th birthday remembrance, I came across a transcript from a 1981 interview of him. In it he was sharing his thoughts about handling difficult events in life. It seemed so relevant to… Continue reading

September 28th, 2020

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