Illustrator Brad Heckman asked to use the photo for a piece... here's the final product...
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Thursday's parting shots
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Photographer Jay Maisel purchased this building for just $102,000 in 1966 and sold it for a whopping $55 million in 2014—the transaction is said to be one of the greatest returns on investment in New York City real estate.
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There is a good documentary about Jay Maisel and this building, including the sale. If it makes the rounds again, it's definitely worth seeing.
ReplyDeletephoto and illustration are both *chef's kiss*!
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