Phone in hand I walked into my local town to take photos to capture something about it to share. I found it in the local shop windows, student art on display. I am a sucker for kids' art. I had trouble taking photos without promiment reflections of myself or the buildings behind me showing up. Then it hit me. Call the photo essay "Reflections of My Town" and embrace the double imaging.
Photo Essay Part 1
The Villlage of Bronxville holds an annual event called Spring Into the Arts celebrating student artists with installations of artwork from the local school in shops around the village. (Below) This art by a high school student is being featured in the town's popular candy store from March 13-26. The art is nestled in the cuddlly Easter display and reflects a landmark building.
Also by a high school student, the art below is in a fashion store and reflects the photographer and a tree that represents the town's love of and commitment to flora. Over 39 stores are participating, and I am not surprised that these particular participants are graciously supporting the students—they have been part of our community fabric for as long as I can remember. The room depicted by the artist made me smile; it is typical of Bronxville homes.
As I stood at the piece below, two high school girls stopped to photograph it, too. They know the artist and wanted to make sure to get him a photo of his work on display. They told me they thought this was a fantastic gesture by the town and that its been done for many years.
Tomorrow, in Part 2, work from elementary age artists.
I love so much about this slice, it was so enjoyable to read. I laughed when I came to the third piece of artwork because it was such an abrupt change from the cute and comfy pieces before it. I did so appreciate you describing the reflective image "problem" that you not only worked around but also made your own!
I agree 100% with your success at "leaning in" to the image stacking. I also appreciate the type of architecture characteristic of your town. What a smart way to get inspired, a walk with your camera. I will use that—keeping an eye open to possibility.
What a nice post! Your photos of the art , nestled in the separate windows, were charming. Your notes and conversations added to the photos really give us a good feeling for your town. I love how the girls were supportive of their artistic friend.
Oh! I love the way you took what could have been a problem & turned it into the defining feature of this post. Perfect! And then you have the artwork, the photos, and your writing, all of which share something about your town - right down to the two girls you talk to. What a fantastic combination!