Sunset Park Stills

7th Ave Temple

2012-01-28T12:54:00.002-05:00

7th Ave Temple, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Lunar New Year 2012

2012-01-26T18:53:00.001-05:00

LunarFireDragon-flat, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Happy Lunar New Year! It is the year of the Dragon which is said to be very auspicious. Of course it is the year of the water Dragon but this technique was too hot to pass up.

Feliz Navidad

2011-12-24T10:43:00.002-05:00

Feliz Navidad, originally uploaded by veesvision.

What you see in sunset Park: On a foggy day

2011-12-19T00:08:00.001-05:00

_DSC0514, originally uploaded by nRiiqe.

What you see in Sunset Park: Industry City

2011-11-22T08:19:00.001-05:00

Industry City in Sunset Park, originally uploaded by Tom Rupolo/Urban Landscape Photography.

What I saw in Sunset Park: Flag Pole Circle

2011-11-14T08:37:00.002-05:00

Flag Pole Circle, originally uploaded by veesvision.

This image was shot in Sunset Park Brooklyn. There is an area inside the park where the flag pole stands. It was raining this day. I was looking for a new way to shoot the iconic St. Micheal's steeple.

What I see in Sunset Park: Weaves and Wigs

2011-11-10T09:32:00.003-05:00

Weaves and Wigs 2, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Shot inside the beauty shop on 51st and 5th ave.

What you see in Sunset Park: Chase bank preacher

2011-11-09T13:42:00.003-05:00

Chase bank preacher, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

BLOG IN

2011-11-08T09:39:00.001-05:00

Dear 2012 Presidential Candidates, We are your future constituents and we are parents. We are American mothers and fathers and grandparents and guardians. Our families might be the most diverse in the world. Blended and combined in endless permutations, we represent every major religion, political ideology and ethnic culture that exists. We are made from equal parts biology and choice. Our children come to us in every way possible—including fertility miracles, adoption, and remarriage. Our very modern families embody the freedom that defines America. We embody America. We are rich in diversity, but we are united in our family values. We come together today, with one voice, to express our grave disappointment in the national political discourse. The 2012 countdown has barely begun and we are already being bombarded with the warmed-over, hypocritical rhetoric of 2008. We are living in a time where 15.1% of Americans now live in poverty, the unemployment rate stands at 16%, and we are spending close to $170 billion annually between the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan*. Given the current state of affairs we would expect every candidate to focus on the issues that truly matter: job creation, debt-relief, taxes, education, poverty, and ending the war(s). Instead, it is already clear to us that the conversation has been hijacked, with the goal of further polarizing our nation into a politically motivated and falsely created class-war. We will not stand for another campaign year in which politicians presume to know what our family values are as they relate to the nation. To be clear, here are our family values: Affordable health care, including family planning, for all Americans. We will not tolerate any candidate using the shield of “Choice” to blind us from the issues that really matter. When funding is stripped from organizations like Planned Parenthood, access to sliding-scale health care (including yearly pap smears & mammograms), comprehensive sex education, and family planning is blocked from the poorest of the population. Access to education, and the ability to actually use it. We want quality, affordable, federally-funded pre-K programs made available in every State, in order to provide an even starting point for all children enrolled in public schools— regardless of the wealth of the district or town they live in. A reinstatement of regulations for banks issuing mortgages and full prosecution for those who engaged in fraudulent lending practices. We want full accountability —investigation, indictment and prosecution— of those individuals and institutions who engaged in fraudulent lending practices and who helped create the massive foreclosures that left many families homeless or struggling to keep their homes. A return of strict environmental regulations protecting water, air, food, and land that were removed in the last two decades. We want our children to grow up in a world not weighed down by the strains of pollution and global warming. Between BPA in our products, sky-rocketing rates of asthma in kids, questionable hormones in our over-processed food, and more, we need leaders who will put our needs and safety over the desires and profits of large corporations. Family planning, healthcare, education, economic solvency and environmental safety: these are our national family values. Candidates who demonstrate the ability to understand the gravity of these issues, and their impact on our families, and who can provide actual, viable solutions to these problems will garner our support and our votes. We believe in this democratic system of ours, and we will continue to use our voices and our votes to see that it reaches its fullest potential. Sincerely, Your future constituents, The mothers & fathers of America If you would like to forward this letter to your elected officials, you can find their contact info at the following links: http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm https://writerep.house.gov/writerep/welcome.shtml * Sources for stats: http://money.cnn.com/2011/09/13/news/economy/poverty_rate_income/index.htm http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=CNG.4452bed82adf3124e5884678e236d7fb.361 http://costofwar.com/en/ To see who is participating in Blog-In 2011, please click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pBuBqfCu9ReVNmMu-F08TX6HXhLps98756FkVNBMAE4/edit

Who you see in Sunset Park: An Accordionist

2011-11-07T07:44:00.004-05:00

Sunset Park, Brooklyn, originally uploaded by -AX-.

Barber of Barber's: Sunset Park Brooklyn

2011-11-05T09:51:00.002-04:00

Barber of Barber's: Sunset Park Brooklyn, originally uploaded by Chris Arnade.

Barber shop on 7th ave between 46 and 47th street.

What you see in Sunset Park: Steeple @ St. Michael's

2011-11-03T07:14:00.002-04:00

Steeple @ St. Michael's, originally uploaded by photohound6123.

What you see in Sunset Park: Paco

2011-11-02T07:17:00.002-04:00

Paco: Sunset Park, originally uploaded by Chris Arnade.

Dia de los muertos

2011-11-01T09:34:00.003-04:00

Dia de los muertos, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Today and tomorrow are days to celebrate those that have died and remember them how they lived.

Happy Halloween!

2011-10-31T09:50:00.002-04:00

Paper Pumpkins, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Halloween in Sunset Park

2011-10-29T20:48:00.003-04:00

Halloween-SSPK-2011-18.jpg, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Sunset Park Recreation Center plays host to many family friendly events. This is a photo of some of the volunteers from yesterday's Halloween event.

What you see in Sunset Park: Chinese Drummers

2011-10-29T13:58:00.002-04:00

Chinese Drummers, originally uploaded by Katzi!.

Come early enough and you may run into some drummers, dancers, and musicians. This image was shot summer 2011.

Sunset is full of haters

2011-10-28T22:04:00.002-04:00

Sunset is full of haters, originally uploaded by Katzi!.

What I saw in Sunset Park: Twin chairs

2011-10-28T22:02:00.003-04:00

Twin Chairs, originally uploaded by veesvision.
Shot on 48th street.

What once was...Sunset in 1976

2011-10-27T09:44:00.004-04:00

Female Wanted T-Shirts 10th Ave Boys & Bike Babe Boro Park Brooklyn 1976 70s, originally uploaded by Whiskeygonebad.

It has been a while since I posted. Here is one image that called me to steal some time away.
If you like this one, click here

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn:tethered trash can lid.

2011-05-18T15:03:00.002-04:00

tethered trash can lid., originally uploaded by htcoogan.

Chinese Altar

2011-04-05T11:08:00.001-04:00

Chinese Altar, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Out with the old, in with the new. Not something I see to often, Chinese altars in the trash, I mean.

Proud of his Bel

2011-04-05T11:02:00.002-04:00

Proud of his Bel, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Chevy Belair.

Rainbow Café

2011-04-05T10:47:00.002-04:00

Rainbow Café, originally uploaded by Aonghais MacInnes.

Love how black and white images "quite down" a city.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Low Clouds

2011-02-16T15:44:00.002-05:00

Crazy Clouds, originally uploaded by veesvision.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: antennas in flight

2011-02-15T13:45:00.005-05:00

antennas in flight, originally uploaded by bdwac.

Like the sun, spring is just around the corner.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Dream Ride

2011-02-07T08:52:00.001-05:00

Dream Ride, originally uploaded by Buendia Productions.

Dream ride indeed.
I am a sucker for old cars. Forget the jewels, gimme a drag car.

Ritz Theatre, Sunset Park

2011-02-06T09:33:00.002-05:00

Ritz Theatre, Sunset Park, originally uploaded by New York Big Apple Images.

Ritz Theater, Sunset Park from 1927 until 1960

Currently a C-Town Market
4509 Eighth Ave.
Sunset Park, Brooklyn

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Islamic girl

2011-02-04T13:19:00.002-05:00

Islam in New York: Dania in Sunset Park, originally uploaded by Chris Arnade.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: A very nice lady

2011-02-02T14:18:00.002-05:00

A very nice lady, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Originally, I asked to photograph the doll... then she posed for me.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: A Funny Neon Sign

2011-02-01T14:17:00.002-05:00

We Cater To Cowards Sign, Sunset Park, originally uploaded by New York Big Apple Images.

Good to Know!

4th Avenue Dental Group
5404 Fourth Avenue
Sunset Park, Brooklyn

Sunset Park Had a Lake

2011-01-31T11:19:00.003-05:00

Sunset Park Had a Lake, originally uploaded by veesvision.

For years, there have been rumors that there was once a lake then I finally saw a picture.

Some interesting historic info by Flickr member tony653:
"The sunset park lake was stocked with carp by local residents, for their fishing pleasure. An elderly resident, years ago, told me that he and his friends would catch the fish and sell them to a 5th avenue fish market for sale to the local community."

To read more, click on the image above.

Gung Hay Fat Choy! 2011

2011-01-30T09:17:00.003-05:00

Ch-NEWyear-bklyn-19, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Chinese Lunar New Year is around the corner and the community is taking steps to prepare. The Sunset Park Recreation center will be holding their annual celebration on February 5, 2011 (according to the NY1 community calender).

This coming year will be the year of the Rabbit (other Rabbit years: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023

Chiff.com says...
Like the rabbit, you are one of cuddliest & sweetest creatures in the Chinese zodiac.
Although considered somewhat timid by more dynamic signs, you are wise and cautious, and know better than to jump into any situation without thinking!
Tactful, considerate, and popular with a wide circle of friends and family, luck just seems to come to you unbidden.For the rabbit in 2011, any recent setbacks or obstacles can be overcome, so look forward to a year in which to really shine, either personally or professionally."
Want to read more about Chinese astrology?

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Chickens

2011-01-29T11:06:00.006-05:00

chickens, originally uploaded by shooting brooklyn.

To the outsider this would look out of place. I was the 'outsider' at one point many years ago and it did look a little... strange. Living in New York has taught me that the city is filled with immigrants; immigrants that have their own traditions, culture, and superstitions.

The first year I lived in NYC, I lived in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. One morning, I will never forget leaving to go to the bank and the super to my building, who was usually very nice and witty, showed me the rooster he caught walking around the street that morning. When I asked him why a “rooster would be walking around the streets of Brooklyn”, he smiled and said, “You wouldn’t understand”. I have since concluded that by “you wouldn’t understand” means, cock fighting, sacrifice, and really, really delicious chicken dishes. I do understand, just a little surprised.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: The Red Faced General

2011-01-28T08:12:00.002-05:00

Guan Yu: The red faced general, originally uploaded by veesvision.

This was in front of the Buddhist temple on 7th ave and 46th street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. He is the god of war.

The Morning After

2011-01-27T08:50:00.001-05:00

The Morning After, originally uploaded by veesvision.

An interesting contrast to the previous post. Shot this morning, 20 inches later.

What I see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Behind a Home

2011-01-26T20:05:00.001-05:00

Snow Behind a Home, originally uploaded by veesvision.

This image was shot last year but it is exactly what I see when it snows.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: The Big Tree

2011-01-26T08:10:00.001-05:00

The Big Tree, originally uploaded by veesvision.

It's cold and snowy again guys. Let's make the most of it.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: When it snows

2011-01-24T22:09:00.001-05:00

IMG_2769-1080, originally uploaded by MrSchmo.

It was particularly windy this day, I remember. MrSchmo captured the moment.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: An Orange Skyline

2011-01-24T09:35:00.001-05:00

orange-skyline-025, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Room with a view.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Recycle Carts

2011-01-22T11:11:00.001-05:00

Recycle Carts, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Because we here in Sunset Park, we take our recycling very seriously.

Sunset Park Stills contributor has a show!

2011-01-21T09:00:00.001-05:00

Shameless self promotion, originally uploaded by Chris Arnade.

Chris Arnade has blessed this blog with some amazing portraits. Congratulations on a show that will surely be outstanding.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Sweet 15 Quinceanera

2011-01-20T09:33:00.001-05:00

Sweet 15 Quinceanera, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Shot off of 47th Street between 5th and 6th aves.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Widdi Hall

2011-01-19T08:43:00.001-05:00

Widdi Hall, Sunset Park, originally uploaded by New York Big Apple Images.

"Ex-Palace Theatre (1914) Ex-Center Theatre (ca. 1940) 522-seat theatre closed in 1953"
I got a chance to shoot an event in this hall for Sara Gonzalez, Sunset Park's district city council person. Nice to know the history behind the hall! It has many decorative finishings that, at the time of the event, appeared to be original. Now I know that they were.
The interior is much bigger than it looks here. Equipped with a stage and another large back room -that seems to keep going forever, it is ideal for a large event like a family reunion, live performance, or local talent show. Wouldn't it be great to have a local talent show?
Widdi Hall: 5602 Sixth Ave. Sunset Park, Brooklyn (718) 439-8621

Who you see in Sunset Park: Sunset Park's Accordionist

2011-01-17T09:51:00.001-05:00

5th ave accordionist, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

A local celebrity.

Who you see in Sunset Park Brooklyn:Tony the Barber

2011-01-10T11:16:00.001-05:00

Tony the Barber: Sunset Park, originally uploaded by Chris Arnade.

Chris Arnade says: "... Been cutting hair in his place for over 40 years. Brews his own expresso (see his left hand) and has a small well tended lemon tree in the front window."

Here is another post for this barber shop and an image of it's front.

What you see in Sunset Park Brooklyn: Fiery Sky

2011-01-09T08:38:00.001-05:00

new york harbor sunset I, originally uploaded by bdwac.

Are we ready?

2011-01-07T08:01:00.001-05:00

When the snow started, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Of course we are. It has been over kill this time around: NY1 article

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Snow Troll

2011-01-05T09:57:00.001-05:00

snow troll. we built this, originally uploaded by bdwac.

Although it looks a little like an owl to me :)

Who you see in Sunset Park: Frank the Cobbler

2010-12-22T11:33:00.001-05:00

Frank the Cobbler: Sunset Park, originally uploaded by carnade.

Big shout out to carnade for adding some excellent portraits to the SsPk flickr pool.

Here is one I felt captured the local cobbler, Frank. I have been taking my shoes to get taps, fix zippers, change heels, and stretch leather for a little over 10 years. He is inexpensive and reliable. Just make sure to ask about his hours!

Frank's Shoe repair is on 5th ave between 45th and 46th street.
4515 5th Avenue call (718) 854-2836 ‎

For more info: click this link

What you see in Sunset Park: Empty Branches

2010-12-20T10:21:00.001-05:00

dusk, originally uploaded by bdwac.

After a wonderfully productive 2nd half of the year, Sunset Park Stills is back. Thanks to all that still added to the group. As most know, blogs are free and don't pay so when paid work comes, one should not say no, even when photography is a passion :D

I thought this image was a wonderful addition and a nice lead in to the new season. Enjoy.

Happy Halloween from Sunset Park Stills

2010-10-31T09:41:00.001-04:00

A Bat In Sunset Park, originally uploaded by Katzi!.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Ancient dancing in the park

2010-10-17T08:21:00.001-04:00

DSC_8614 1, originally uploaded by Buendia Productions.

There were some performances in the park last Sunday. Here is a photo of one portion of the event.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: love faith hope

2010-10-13T12:28:00.002-04:00

love faith hope, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

There is a lock on the book/door.

Sunset Park Santos Photos Showing

2010-10-10T23:09:00.001-04:00

please bless this clean front, originally uploaded by veesvision.

When: October 12, 2010 - ~~November 15, 2010~~ Show has been extended until Jan. 29, 2011!
Where: La Taza De Oro 96 Eighth Ave. Chelsea, NYC

More info: http://latazadeoro.blogspot.com/

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Sunset Spectres

2010-10-08T14:47:00.001-04:00

Sunset Spectres, originally uploaded by josephx.

Film photo. Heavy on the grain.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Look Alike

2010-10-02T09:51:00.001-04:00

look alike, originally uploaded by veesvision.

These girls were off to their dance show. I was lucky to catch them while coming out of the train on 36th street in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Una Carta

2010-09-28T10:26:00.001-04:00

Una Carta, originally uploaded by veesvision.
veesvision is me. I shoot the little altars and saints around the neighborhood. Recently, I have begun shooting the alters and saints where ever I see them.

Why? Well, I have been asking myself that very question. At first it was an observation. I would see an altar and think about how the owner must be an ultra conservative and religious person. I'd shoot the little statues and collect them in my mind. Then sort them into neat piles of files in my computer's hard drive.

After interviewing some of the owners and neighbors, I quickly realized the significance of each one. Editing the images at home also played a part in my intrigue. Where they really all that religious? Or perhaps superstitious...

Being a bit superstitious myself, I have come to understand and more importantly, respect each and every altar and saint that I shoot.

I have always been fascinated by superstitions. Those that know me, know I may not remember your birthday, but I remember your astrological sign and it's attributes.

To read a rough translation of the card above, click on the picture itself. You will be re-directed to it's Filckr page.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Peace Dove

2010-09-26T20:21:00.001-04:00

Paz, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Across the street from the St. Michael's carnival on 43rd street.

Click this to view the other dove image.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Skate kids

2010-09-23T13:21:00.002-04:00

Sunset Skate kids, originally uploaded by carnade.

... and a stiff, New York style, middle finger.

BTW, there is no skate park in Sunset Park. Just some really smooth asphalt.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: American Rag Doll

2010-09-19T09:23:00.001-04:00

P1080498_edited_small, originally uploaded by vera_zurawski.

Shot by Vera Zurawski, a student from Germany.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: park exercise

2010-09-16T15:25:00.001-04:00

sunset park exercise, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

Sunset Park 911 Tribute

2010-09-11T09:10:00.001-04:00

Sunset Park 911 Tribute, originally uploaded by Michael Comeau.

This image was shot last year by Michael Comeau.

Where were you on this day 9 years ago?

I was on the Manhattan Bridge D train. Saw the horrific event front and center. There isn't a day that goes by when on that line, I don't think about what I saw that Tuesday morning...

May they all rest in peace.

What you See in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Patricio

2010-09-08T09:10:00.001-04:00

IMG_4549, originally uploaded by lostinbrooklyn.

This barber shop isn't really a barber shop. It's where the ice cream carts live.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Kids Clothes

2010-09-07T09:27:00.001-04:00

flowerhead, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

I heart NY

2010-09-04T09:12:00.001-04:00

I heart NY, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

What you eat in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Bánh Canh Cua

2010-09-03T08:56:00.001-04:00

Bánh Canh Cua, originally uploaded by wEnDaLicious.

wEnDaLicious says:

" Pork Leg & Crab Paste Large Vermicelli Soup : $6.25 : This version of Banh Canh Cua, which is a thick crab soup, came with pieces of Pork Feet which I happily chewed the skin off of 'em. There's also a small crab floating in there too beneath all that scallion & fried garlic!!! "

Thanh Da / 清娜
6008 7th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11220
718-492-3253

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Bakery Window

2010-08-30T20:31:00.001-04:00

bakery window, fifth avenue, brooklyn., originally uploaded by htcoogan.

La Gran Via has a lot of fans. They are located on 4516 5th ave. Yummy and reasonably priced.

About the image... shot using a Holga, this image was captured using film. See more Holga results by htcoogan here. What in the heck world is the big deal about a Holga?

Underscore Orkestra @ Sunset Park mural dedication

2010-08-28T12:43:00.001-04:00

Underscore Orkestra @ Sunset Park mural dedication, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Down By the Tracks

2010-08-27T08:44:00.001-04:00

down by the tracks, originally uploaded by jillysp.

This picture reminds me of an old video (back when MTV was showing them) Sabotage, by the Brooklyn born Beastie Boys.

Shot on 2nd ave and 39th street by Costo and across from the strip joint.

"mucho macho"

Hey Ladies!... and gents: are you a Beastie Boys fan? Perhaps you are a Dead Head? Check this out this sound cloud.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Wine around the corner

2010-08-25T11:36:00.001-04:00

Sweet Bitch wine, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Just when I think the wine selection in Sunset Park, Brooklyn was getting better...

Who am I kidding? I had to try it. Wanna try it too? Found at the liquor store on 5th between 44th and 45th street. Just be prepared for a headache the next day.

What I saw in Sunset Park Brooklyn: 44th Street & 6th ave

2010-08-24T09:13:00.001-04:00

44th Street & 6th ave, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Buendia Productions Performs This Wednesday

2010-08-23T09:14:00.001-04:00

Atl Tlachinolli 7, originally uploaded by Buendia Productions.

Buendia Productions, a SsPkS contributor, will be performing this ~~Wednesday August 25, 2010.~~ (this show has been canceled due to the rain - Next week will be on! See the flyer below) According to Friends of Sunset Park, the multi layered artist group will be mixing it up for us beginning at 10:30 am. Here is what FoSsPk had to say about the event:

"We are thrilled to announce our first collaboration with Buendia Productions, a Sunset Park-based group of artists, musicians, dancers and film makers. Spoken word/Hip Hop, Aztec Danza performances and Outdoor Gallery Wednesday- August 25 at 10:30 am FREE and EVERYONE IS INVITED- whatever your age Performances and Outdoor Gallery by the Game Tables next to the Playground 6th Avenue + 44th Street "

What You see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: A Sweatshop

2010-08-22T10:05:00.001-04:00

sweatshop, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: 2 Lady Drummers

2010-08-21T09:28:00.001-04:00

2 Lady Drummers B&W, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Every morning, we here in Sunset Park, are fortunate to have some live music and dancers to watch while walking the dog, jogging or... working :/

Today, I finally got the courage to shoot these ladies. They were happy to let me.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Games in the Park

2010-08-19T08:57:00.001-04:00

Games in Sunset Park, originally uploaded by carnade.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: shopping cart with small chair.

2010-08-18T10:03:00.001-04:00

shopping cart with small chair., originally uploaded by htcoogan.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Good Dolls

2010-08-17T14:17:00.001-04:00

All good dolls go to heaven, originally uploaded by kikintina.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Row Houses

2010-08-12T17:03:00.001-04:00

Row Houses, originally uploaded by radiomaven.

Dominican Day Parade

2010-08-08T20:57:00.001-04:00

DR-DAY, originally uploaded by veesvision.

So today was the Dominican day parade. I may have missed that tweet but I couldn't ignore the music. My curiosity got the better of me - I followed the sounds. Once I reached the source, on the corner of 45th and 6th ave, I readied my iphone. Everyone was having a great time dancing, drinking and wearing the flag. It was a stoop party.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Planet Brooklyn

2010-08-08T08:54:00.001-04:00

Planet Brooklyn, originally uploaded by veesvision.

56th street and 6th ave

There was a "TV is bad for the brain" thing up for a while. It's too bad I missed the window on shooting that. The good news is, this one is full of color and graphics. I had a lot of fun pushing colors in post production.

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: A Blue Eyed Owl

2010-08-07T10:05:00.001-04:00

Blue Eyed Owl, originally uploaded by veesvision.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: On the corner

2010-08-03T19:17:00.001-04:00

the hang, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: RESURRECTION CHURCH

2010-08-02T22:01:00.001-04:00

RESURRECTION CHURCH, originally uploaded by how_long_it_takes.

Where in the heck world is that ? !

I know, I know. It looks so out of place against the 99 cent stores and ice cream carts but this is a real building with a real yard and real grass. Wanna see? Take a walk around 41st between 7th and 8th avenues.

Shot by how long it takes. Take a look at their Flickr page if you are familiar with the 5 boroughs. Try to guess where the other picture places are.

What you see in Sunset Park: hearts for haiti, unraveling.

2010-07-31T09:55:00.001-04:00

hearts for haiti, unraveling., originally uploaded by htcoogan.

Shot at Sunset Park High School.

What you see in Sunset Park: Soccer Playing

2010-07-30T08:30:00.001-04:00

kicking around, NYC, originally uploaded by bdwac.

Shot in the park, I really love how the dust is kicking up around the players in this image. It adds movement to the still.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Dancers

2010-07-29T09:58:00.001-04:00

Dancing in Sunset Park., originally uploaded by Michael Comeau.

America's Got Talent

2010-07-28T13:37:00.001-04:00

Tiger Gets Zany, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Ok Sunset Parkers....we know you've got it. Friends of Sunset Park has confirmed they are looking to add more performances to the summer line up. Singers, dancers, actors, musicians... Now is the time to show it off to a small energetic crowd of kids ^_^ click to see this small crowd.

Contact: FRIENDSofSUNSETPARK@yahoo.com

What I saw in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: A Zany Circus

2010-07-28T12:54:00.001-04:00

The Zanny Circus was in SsPk, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Every Wednesday during the summer in Sunset Park, there is usually a some sort of performance. Today it was The Zany Umbrella Circus. The crowd was huge! The performers incorporated a lot of typical circus acts from juggling fire wands to walking on a tight rope. One performer even hung from long red ribbons suspended in the sky.

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What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Basket Ballers

2010-07-24T22:48:00.001-04:00

overhead, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Processional

2010-07-23T22:40:00.001-04:00

processional, originally uploaded by Pine Ear.

Who you see in Sunset Park Brooklyn: Taco Lady

2010-07-07T20:13:00.001-04:00

Taco lady, originally uploaded by carnade.

Where to find Lucha Libre Masks

2010-06-28T15:13:00.001-04:00

Lucha Libre Wrestler Masks, originally uploaded by veesvision.

Well, there are several places here in Sunset Park to find variations of Lucha Libre Masks. These were shot on 5th ave somewhere between 60 and 63rd streets. I have seen a few places on 5th between 40th street and 63rd selling them. But you gotta come here to get them.

How to get here? This part of Sunset Park is off of the N and R lines; stations 45th street and 53rd street will get you to the Latino part of town (5th ave).

Hopefully B.I.D. will host another summer event. That's when I shot this.

What You see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Western Store

2010-06-25T09:55:00.001-04:00

Western store, originally uploaded by carnade.

On 5th ave between 46th and 45th streets.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Party Dresses

2010-06-23T09:40:00.001-04:00

Communion Dresses, originally uploaded by carnade.

Summer is also time for visitors. Visitors, equals parties... parties and weddings. Love the view point of this shot! It has inspired me to go out and "shop" for dresses myself.

First Day of Summer

2010-06-21T09:12:00.001-04:00

Spray Sprinkles, originally uploaded by veesvision.

This image was shot last summer in Sunset Park's park. It has since been painted. I am fairly positive it will be on today for the kids as today will reach 90 degrees.

Welcome to the first day of summer.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Sidewalk Shopping

2010-06-20T10:51:00.001-04:00

Visual Faith, originally uploaded by Buendia Productions.

In Memory of... Javy

2010-06-19T11:03:00.001-04:00

In Memory of... Javy, originally uploaded by veesvision.

I do not know who Javy is but the above image is a mural I see frequently shopping on 5th ave.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: Rooftop, New York Harbor

2010-06-18T08:13:00.001-04:00

rooftop, New York Harbor, originally uploaded by bdwac.

There was a spectacular sunset last night although this image was shot in May.

What you see in Sunset Park, Brooklyn: A Game of Mahjong

2010-06-17T10:30:00.001-04:00

Games, originally uploaded by carnade.

Mahjong (Chinese: 麻將; pinyin: má jiàng) is a game for four players that originated in China.

Read more about this game on Wikipedia.