#newyorkwinter

[25000yearcycle]

Andreas Feininger’s Big Snow, 42nd Street (1956) captures an iconic moment of New York City during a winter storm, showing the juxtaposition of the bustling metropolis and the quiet, stark beauty of snow blanketing the urban landscape. Feininger, a renowned German-American photographer and photojournalist, had an exceptional ability to capture the essence of city life, particularly the architectural and social intricacies of New York. His work often depicted the contrasts between the dynamic energy of the city and the moments of stillness, such as the snow-covered streets in his 1956 photograph.

The 1950s was a transformative decade for New York. It was a period of cultural blossoming, with the rise of Abstract Expressionism in art, the emergence of jazz, and the expansion of the city's skyline. Yet, Big Snow, 42nd Street also conveys a more tranquil, almost introspective side of the city. While the streets are typically known for their frenetic pace, Feininger's photograph shows the snow slowing down the movement, giving the scene an air of calmness amidst the usual chaos.

42nd Street itself has a rich history as one of New York's most famous streets. Once known for its theaters, movie palaces, and vibrant nightlife, it became synonymous with Broadway and the entertainment industry. During the 1950s, however, it was also undergoing significant change. The street was beginning its slow transformation from a glamorous entertainment hub to a more commercial, bustling business district, as skyscrapers began to reshape the skyline. Feininger’s photograph, taken at this intersection of history, captures a moment in time when New York's charm and grit coexisted in perfect harmony.

Feininger's ability to capture the beauty of the city in all weather conditions—whether it was the heat of summer or the cold of winter—earned him a reputation as a master of urban photography. His works are often noted for their dramatic use of light and shadow, creating compositions that have the power to evoke a strong emotional response from viewers.

While his work represents New York during a very specific time, it transcends the era. Big Snow, 42nd Street remains a classic representation of how photographers like Feininger preserved moments that would otherwise have been lost to time. The photograph is a reminder that despite the city’s perpetual movement, moments of stillness and beauty can still be found in the most unexpected places.

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[spaghetti-cigaretti]

#nikon #newyorkwinter #takenbyspaghetti-cigaretti #followformoreexclusivework #createart #capturedheart

[atomox]

Day One Hundred Ninety Two (a) | Sixth Avenue, Manhattan *not mobile photography* I knew these flakes would be fleeting, so I made myself late to work so I wouldn’t regret missing them. #snow #weather #nyc_highlights #imagesofnyc #nyc_primeshot #ignyc #nycstreets #manhattan #sixthavenue #midtown #avenueoftheamericas #storm #streetphotography #bikelife #bike #newyorkwinter #nycwinter https://www.instagram.com/p/BtzxGgdhBDg/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=vmxz5z70zmr1

[psychopompeii]

2010. Ice bush. Great lakes winter.

[conexaoamerica]

Winter is a season of recovery and preparation.” —— Credit 👉🏆📷 @ Paul Theroux💙 Repost from @alwayssomethingpretty Follow 👉 🇺🇸@conexao.america for more photos and movies about United States 🇺🇸 * * * * * Alliance @america_states @enjoy_la @americafortwo * * * * * * #conexaoamerica #nycdotgram #ig_newyorkcity #newyorkwinter #prettycitynewyork #mytinyatlas #newyork_bestshots #likenewyorkcity #loveyourcity #ig_newyork #nycinstagram #visitnyc #nycprimeshots #nycityworld #bestplacetogo #pictures_of_newyork #lovelettertonyc #mysecretnyc #newyorkiloveyou #unlimitednewyork #newyorkgram #newyork_ig #igersofnyc #nyc_highlights #centralparknyc #loves_nyc #newyorkcity #ny1pic #passionpassport #postcardplaces (em Central Park, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZwXKa1rqL_/?utm_medium=tumblr

[northern-downpour-sends-its-luv]

Sunsets and Snow Days 🌇🌨️ 📸: @alex.braun4 • • • #sunsetphotos #tenniscourt #tennis #tenniscourtphotoshoot #snowday #snowdayphotoshoot #snowphotoshoot fairycore #gardencore #greenaesthetic #snowwitch #waterwitch #gardenfairy #farmcore #snowfairy #njwinter #newjerseywinter #jerseywinter #nycwinter #newyorkwinter #newyorksnow #newyorksnowday #newjerseysnowday #naturephotography (at Snow Day) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZZ5bVspjOK/?utm_medium=tumblr

[luiz-c-ribeiro]

Liberty State Park winter scenes during a brief moment of a nice weather. #libertystatue #libertystatepark #winter #newyork #newyorkwinter #newjersey #jerseycity @jerseycitynj @statueellisnps #winterwalks #wintersolitude (at Liberty State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYt3XY1gpby/?utm_medium=tumblr

[malcolmrei]

I💙NY❄️ #BRRR Posted @withregram • @industrycity 📷: @andrewmvson via @nycprimeshot #GreatPhoto . #NewYork #NewYorkWinter #Brrr #Brooklyn #nyc : : : Malcolm from #Breuckelen @compass 😉🏠🤎 License Associate #RealEstate #Broker🗽#Buying #Selling #Leasing #Investing #USMCVet #PrattGrad #KappaMan Τελειωοις (at New York City, N.Y.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXr460aMTT9/?utm_medium=tumblr

[toothpick818]

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I had been sick for these past weeks and I regressed Tuesday night but I hope things get better. Despite that, here's a test for my film. I just used CC particle world for the snow although Trapcode Particular is way better but it bogged my computer down. Regardless I have to put my film on hold as I need to create a motion graphics reel. Happy Thursday all!! - - - - #snowfalling #aftereffectsedit #newyorkwinter #lighting_design #streetframe #filmaking (at New York, New York)

[rafeny]

#canitellyou when snow falls, nature listens. Ph : @griffinungar / ❄️❄️❄️ . . . #whensnowfallsnaturelistens❄️ #bowbridgecentralpark #christmasinnewyork #newyorkinthesnow #newyorkwinter #letitsnowletitsnowletitsnow❄️ #centralparkbowbridge (at The Lake & Bow Bridge Central Park My) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJBN-AqJVu0/?igshid=p6dlucx8hm86

[bybigbird]

<Stillness> Acrylic Painting on canvas. 8 / 10 in : : 내가 서른세살때 알게 된 분은 평생 밥을 지어 집이 없는 분,혼자 사시는 노인,외로운 분들의 한끼를 대접하며 사시는 분이 계시다.얼마전 그 분은 이렇게 말하셨다.”배고픔 보다 어려운 것이 코로나이고 코로나 보다 힘든 것이 외로움입니다”당분간 밥을 지를 수 없는 뜻밖의 어려움을 듣고나니 마음 한구석을 콕콕 집게처럼 자꾸 꼬집는다.뉴욕의 겨울풍경을 아름답게 찍어 놓은 친구의 사진을 오브제로 쓰면서 겨울풍경을 추억하며 페인팅하는데 ...,여는때와 달리 여기저기가 아프고 저리다.정말 고독 후에 자유를 느낄 수 있을까 ••• : : #winterlandscape #landscapepainting #modernart #retroart #newyorkwinter #acrylicpaint #acrylicpainting #겨울풍경 #눈오는날 #stillness #뉴욕시티 #고독 #외로움 #봄을기다리며 https://www.instagram.com/p/CEupZ39F5lq/?igshid=17rgfq54ahg3k

[lagazhang]

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Happy holiday! It's such a cold winter in NYC. May every one had warm suits and warm homes. #winterfashion #winterdress #winter #streetstyle #streetwearnyc #newyork #newyorkcity #newyorkwinter #camouflage #camo #duckboots #drawing #drawingvideo #drawingprocess #illustration #coolnoodle #simphoo #辛普和凉皮

[familyadventuresinnewyorkstate]

This New York State is perched right on Lake Erie and is absolutely stunning all year round. This is also a great place to see Lake Erie frozen. Absolutely worth the drive!!! Read more... https://familyadventuresinnewyorkstate.com/evangola-state-park-irving-new-york/. #familyadventuresinnewyorkstate #familyadventuresinnewyork #familyadventures #newyorkfamilyadventure #newyorkstateparks #lakeerie #newyorkstate #winterinnewyork #newyorkwinter #winterwonderland #frozenlake #frozenlakeerie #snow #evangolastatepark #evangolabeach #winter #winterhiking #snowshoeing #winterlakes #greatlakes #buffalony #buffalony (at Evangola State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8PypAWpPGT/?igshid=13mqz01znhioo

[artistjohn]

Winter on the east river looking at downtown Manhattan and the Manhattan bridge . . . #winter #wintersketch #eastriver #dumbo #dumbobrooklyn #manhattanbridge #dumboart #brooklyn #newyorkwinter #brooklynartist #optoutside (at Brooklyn Bridge Waterfront) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7ozu-fFT6y/?igshid=1b5585a8t48ea

[kpt-santo-blog]

Sendin’ positive vibes out on this snowy day #blessed #snow #bundleup #autumn #newyorkwinter #newyork #queens #bronx #artistry #poetry #rap #music #hiphop #brooklyn #love #positive #goodvibes #dowhatyoulove #followyourpassion #loveyourself (at Bronx, New York)

[spazhouseintuitiveresearch]

@docschwarzwine Jelly. Good Sunday to you all. Our Steve finished our custom Doc’s Winery Barrel. There is no dispute on who owns this wine barrel. #hudsonvalleyhappenings #wine #winebarrel #shawangunkwinetrail #hudsonvalley #woodburningart #followforfollowback #sundayvibes #winetasting #winecountry #newyorkwine #newyorkwinter #gardiner #ulstercounty #visitvortexhudsonvalley #eatlocal #winestagram #winery #winephotography #spazhouse (at Doc Schwarz Wine Jelly) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Obt4zhJaL/?igshid=1r8lye47xr6cx