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CITY MEN: The Photography of Sergey Sheptun and Richard Rothstein


  • SoHo Project Space | The Robert W Richards Gallery 127B Prince Street New York, NY 10012 USA (map)

Photo: Sergey Sheptun

 

A perusal of the male nude in the city we all love. Celebrating the intergenerational art and friendship of Sergey Sheptun and Richard Rothstein.  

Opening Reception: March 12th, 6–8pm

In New York City’s vibrant photography scene, the celebration of the male nude can become a quiet dialogue between generations of artists. Imagine a young photographer and a seasoned image-maker meeting in a light-filled Manhattan studio or wandering a rooftop with city views towards the Hudson with a camera, discussing how the male body has been framed across decades of art. For the older artist, the nude recalls the rebellious gallery culture of earlier eras—film cameras, improvised studios, and a push against censorship. For the younger one, it becomes a conversation about identity, consent, and modern body-positivity. As they photograph together, the male form becomes less about provocation and more about continuity: a shared study of light, muscle, gesture, and vulnerability that bridges age, experience, and artistic philosophy within the endlessly creative landscape of New York City.

 

Featured Images

 

Gallery Hours
Thursdays: 4–8 PM
Fridays: 4–8 PM
Saturdays: 2–6 PM
Sundays: 2–6 PM


Exhibition Views

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