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Street Photography Magazine
"Where the Streets Lead" Book
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Street Macadam
English LIVE with / Paul Kessel hosted by @Anufee
Saturday 4th, January 9PM (Paris Time)

Szeroki Kadr
"Inspiracje" 12 photos featured. To see each of the images in full size or to view the full gallery, please visit the Polish photography site here: https://www.szerokikadr.pl/inspiracje/paul-kessel






The Pictorial List
"Q Train" featured in book, to pre-order visit: https://www.thepictorial-list.com/product-page/the-pictorial-list-volume-one-new-york

THE PICTORIAL LIST: VOLUME ONE - NEW YORK
A Visual Journey Through New York
The Pictorial List is excited to announce the release of its premier publication. This 276 page, hardcover volume offers a fresh perspective on contemporary photography by merging the artistic legacy of historical Pictorialism with the vibrant energy of modern visual storytelling.
This publication invites readers to experience New York through the lens of its most innovative photographers.
Founded in January 2020, The Pictorial List was created to celebrate and support a global community of photographers. Our mission is to provide a creative platform for unique artistic expressions and to explore the complexities of contemporary photography.
This first volume exemplifies our commitment by showcasing how photographers interpet New York. VOLUME ONE - NEW YORK features a meticulously curated selection of works from prominent photographers. Highlights include an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the darkroom of Meryl Meisler, a showcase of Arlene Gottfried's archives, and an interview with Alicia Hanson, Founder and CEO of NYC SALT. The book also features the work of Andrew Kung, Barbara Peacock, Bill Lacey, Carl Rubino, Daniel Martinez, Elizabeth J. Holmes, Elle Clark, Hazel Hankin, Juan Sostre, Robert Sherman, Syndi Pilar and The Blue Hour Photo Collaborative, Each image captures the dynamic energy of New York City and the serene beauty of the state's varied landscapes, reflecting creative visions deeply rooted in New York's artistic heritage.
Additionally, the publication includes a Community Section spotlighting 50 more visual storytellers, presenting a broad and nuanced vision of New York. This section underscores The Pictorial List's dedication to showcasing diverse perspectives and enhancing the exploration of New York's photographic landscape.
Designed, edited and authored by Melanie Meggs and Karen Ghostlaw Pomarico, featuring a personal foreward by Meryl Meisler.
Bored Panda: Streets of New York City
Interview with Artist

Paul Kessel, a citizen of New York City, registered for a beginners class at the International Center of Photography in NYC and since then, his love for street photography began.
Way before joining the class, Paul was a clinical psychologist; however, he wrote that his "psychology background and how it impacts the photography" he does "is vague". Either way, Paul's new interest has caught the eyes of people and earned him acknowledgment in the photography world. Paul was a finalist in several street photography events, including Winner of the Miami Street Photography Festival in 2020, as well as 3rd place in Lens Culture Street in 2020, and today we gladly are sharing his works with you.
More info: paulkessel.com | Instagram

To learn more about Paul, Bored Panda reached out to the photographer, who kindly answered our questions.First of all, Paul shared that he compares photography to sport. We asked him to explain how this comparison affects the way he takes photos.“The sports analogy is strictly in my head. I played competitive golf at a high level for many years and I feel that street photography is a substitute for my engagement in golf (all pre-Trump!). The analogy includes rarely but occasionally getting into a zone where shots flow without effort, analyzing conditions and setting the camera appropriately, many mediocre or 'OK' shots and every now and then something more exceptional, and much more, including competition in contests,” wrote Paul.

Paul’s photos often show people interacting and moving. We asked him to share how he manages to capture these dynamic moments.
Paul responded: “I am by no means a Zen Buddhist, but I often feel that the photos find me if I can remain open-minded and alert enough to let it happen. At times, I run into an interesting scene or interaction. Other times, I find a good spot., imagine it as a stage, and wait for the actors to enter. This is what all street photographers do. I always use a wide-angle prime lens. For a long time, it was a 35mm lens until I switched to 28mm. I hope to see gestures, expressions, or anything a bit out of the ordinary in ordinary everyday situations.”
We were wondering how winning the Miami Street Photography Festival in 2020 and other awards affected Paul’s career. He shared: “Winning Miami was a big surprise. I was happy to be a finalist and never dreamed of winning. I suppose I suffer somewhat from imposter syndrome and believe that luck played a major role, I was in the right place at the right time. Skill and technique were secondary. Fortunately, I have won a few other events with various photos so I am sane enough to recognize that I must have some ability.
I was offered quite a few opportunities after winning Miami. However, it was at the height of the pandemic, and I turned them down. I also found it interesting that I received loads of negative criticism about the photo that won. It affected my career in two ways; a boost in confidence and a tendency to reject my own photos much more because they were merely adequate.”
Furthermore, we wanted to know what Paul hopes his audience takes away from his photos.
“I hope that people take the time to linger on some of my better photos and that there is sufficient room or mystery so that if they do linger, they can create their own story about the photo. I rarely attempt to convey a message,” wrote Paul.
Lastly, Paul added: “I do believe that street photography must be a full-time engagement. If there is a chance of getting a few exceptional photos, the camera must always be with you every day and all day. The odds are always against you so unless street photography is a passion and an addiction, it will rarely be worthwhile. That is true for me. One thing that my career in psychology has taught me is that there are great individual differences in how people optimally function. Thank you for including me in your publication.”
To see all 41 images selected by BoredPanda.com, please visit: https://www.boredpanda.com/new-york-city-street-photography-paul-kessel/
Street Photography Magazine
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Colgate Magazine
Read the full article online here: https://news.colgate.edu/magazine/2024/05/07/the-secret-of-street-photography/
ProgresFestival Magazine
Read the full article online here: https://www.progresfestival.com/solitary
ProgresFestival Magazine
See all of the photos featured and read the full article online here: https://www.progresfestival.com/virtual-guests/subway-by-paul-kessel