NER BECK: An Exhibition of Photographs of Lost & Found New York City Street Art, Part 2
Now through Thursday, October 31, 2013
Program Locations:
St. Agnes Library (Map and directions)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
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| 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
CLOSED |
Fully accessible to wheelchairs
Ner Beck’s exhibition of over 30 all new
photographs, captured over the past year, will be displayed at the St.
Agnes Branch of the New York Public Library. As a New York City graphic
artist and designer, he has had a lifelong interest in overlooked street
art found on his daily walks in neighborhoods throughout the city.
Besides his fascination with face-finding and found art there is also a
section on display of colorful prism-like reflections on windows.
In a recent interview he discusses how ordinary street
objects inspire him. “It might be a glowing color on an overcast rainy
day, two circles that make a pair of eyes that speak to you, or a
juxtaposition of elements that tell a strange or interesting story. It
must also include a strong emotion such as humor, sadness, fear,
abandonment or something expressing itself in a powerful personal way.
Many of my images contain faces and that has always been interesting to
me because they can express such a range of emotions that everyone can
identify with such a visceral way. They can be compelling in the same
way a child loves their stuffed animal or when an adult looks into the
face of a family member or their pet, and over the centuries masks have
had an important historical significance and always commanded everyone’s
attention. Every day, as New Yorkers hurriedly target their
destinations they tend to aim themselves straight ahead, frequently
missing these faces, creatures, mini-environments, architectural
details, holiday characters and unintended visual statements waiting to
be noticed and appreciated. So the next time you travel on foot, try
walking a little slower, relaxing and glancing obliquely. Many of these
visual stories have always been there, some are permanent and others
disappear overnight. Look for them, they are everywhere, waiting to be
discovered and enjoyed.”
Library Visitors’ Comments...
“What a wonderful and different way to observe the world.”
“This beautiful exhibition speaks for true love for a city.”
“Authentically hilarious in a down and out dirty way.”
“This way of looking should be an assignment for NYC high school photography students.”
“Your exhibit was my serendipity for the day.”
“Tickled my brain cells.”
“That’s why NYPL rocks! Artwork like this!”
“Amusing, clever and a tad weird.”
“I applaud your capturing everyday miracles.”
“Beck’s combination of color and grit in his photos is intoxicating to me.”
“Thanks for making me laugh, makes me appreciate the city in a friendly way, perfect for NYPL.”
To read more about Ner Beck’s photographs visit –
http://nypress.com/artist-explores-the-lost-and-found-on-the-upper-west-side/
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