Upper West Side 1989

Same shit,

different day

different year

different decade

different century

different millennium

different interest rate,

Same Shit.

Published by Matt Weber

Photographing NYC for 25 years, six of them while driving a New York City taxi. Trying very hard to capture the city as life unfolds, meaning I never stage any of my photos! Also I am a close confidant of the immortal Dave Beckerman, (quintessential NYC photographer) and owner of the first photography blog in the known universe. View all posts by Matt Weber

7 thoughts on “Upper West Side 1989”

EastCoastVirgolicious says:

June 16, 2011 at 9:24 am

Very powerful image. And you’re absolutely right: The more things (seemingly) change, the more they stay the same.

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Matt Weber says:

June 16, 2011 at 1:10 pm

I don’t really think much of the image but I have been noticing an uptick in the number of destitute New Yorkers laying around town….With jobs so scarce, this can only get worse!

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Marcus says:

June 16, 2011 at 1:33 pm

this is a great street shot

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Matt Weber says:

June 16, 2011 at 5:37 pm

Thanks Marcus!

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Fritsch says:

June 20, 2011 at 2:27 am

Nothing to add to this great shot & your accompanying words, Matt! Leaves me speechless & angry. All the best 6 safe travels, Fritsch.

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Matt Weber says:

June 20, 2011 at 6:52 am

Thank you Fritsch!

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Lori Tritz says:

November 18, 2011 at 9:46 pm

But for the grace of God go I…

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