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Forward: In the sequence of photographs that follows, Lou Nargi looks into the soul of New Haven. Instead of accumulating yet another collection of representations of familiar landmarks, he has lovingly portrayed more intimate facets of the city and some of the inhabitants as they go about their business. Each photograph draws one in with its rich texture and dynamic, dramatic composition. We witness fleeting moments- a glance into the lives of train passengers as we wonder what they were thinking at that passing instant and wether any of them would remember that ride, as well as scenes of a timeless quality- theForbes Diner portrayed with its diner deco interior could exist as easily as in 1950.We also see juxtaposition of an active sky against more earthy matters; in one photograph, trucks rumble by under churning clouds; in another, the city spreads out in an atmospheric panorama. Lou's black- and-white photographs invite wonder and involvement and are a joy to behold. I think you will treasure… Read More