NYC '75 by DeWolf

Nick DeWolf worked in semiconductors, doing things I will never comprehend. He also designed fountains. But I found him through his 1975 photographs of New York City, lovingly and painstakingly collected on Flickr by his archivist Steve Lundeen. Thanks to Steve and Nick's wife Maggie for granting me permission to reprint a few of the photos here.

I was most taken by the shots in Times Square. Here's one of an "On Stage Live Continuous" Magic Theatre:


photo: Nick DeWolf, 1975, flickr

There are several photos of a depressive bunch of anti-pornography demonstrators and their colorful signs:


photo: Nick DeWolf, 1975, flickr

And more of a free-wheeling film crew that seems to be floating in the air of 1970s Times Square:


photo: Nick DeWolf, 1975, flickr

There are many, many photos here to look through. Most are not of New York City, but plenty are. Take some time to browse and, when you do, be sure not to miss: the shots inside the subway, the lights of Times Square at night, a bunch of groovy people waiting to cross the street, and an amazing lady in pink.


(Special Note: For lovers of mid-century computational technology and office life, you must check out the 1950's "Transitron" sets, with enough photos of early computers and guys in thick glasses to choke a horse.)