Kirill Polevoy

Gun, Brooklyn - Black and White Photograph, Graffiti and Young Man in Brooklyn

2018

Art Shay Fallen Starr, 1966 archival pigment print 17h x 22w in 43.18h x 55.88w cm ASY234 “Art Shay’s photography shakes you up, sets you down gently, pats you on the head and then kicks you in the ass.” Roger Ebert “[Shay’s work] ranks with some of the greats of the 20th century.” Ellen & Richard Sandor, Renowned photo collectors “I’ve admired Art Shay’s work for almost forty years, and he keeps getting better. He can do anything with a camera, but what he mostly does is capture real moments and transform them into visual poetry. His work continues to be an inspiration to me.” William Friedkin, Director of French Connection “Art Shay is one of our finest photographers. His work over the past fifty years has artfully captured the beauty, humor, and pathos of America.” Studs Terkel “Art Shay is one of the best photojournalists I know. I’ve been a fan of his work since the early 1950s - before the launch of playboy magazine.” Hugh Hefner “Algren, Terkel, Royko, they gave us a voice. Art Shay gave us a face.” Tony Fitzpatrick, Chicago Artist “Art Shay is America’s Cartier-Bresson.” Thomas Dyja, author of The Third Coast “Chicago’s Art Shay in many ways is to American photography what Nelson Algren was to American writing: that rare and absolutely necessary citizen who’s blessed with a cold eye, a clear head, and a warm heart...

Patterns abound in this black and white photograph by Kirill Polevoy. The stairs, the woman's patterned tunic, the shadows all take us to the two children in the background, sneakin...

“Through a black and white lens, hidden stories of everyday objects become apparent. The juxtaposition of strong light and dark shadows transform and illuminate detail that would otherwise be dismissed. Diminutive elements become rich in meaning allowing compositions to effortlessly evolve. As I attempt to uncover the hidden truth of the world around me, I am inevitably mesmerized by it and I hope you will be too.” Kirill Polevoy Ghost, Chicago archival pigment print 16h x 20w in 40.64h x 50.80w cm 1/30 KIP006 A self-taught photographer, Kirill Polevoy, first started making photographs with an old Russian film camera...

“Art Shay’s photography shakes you up, sets you down gently, pats you on the head and then kicks you in the ass.” Roger Ebert “[Shay’s work] ranks with some of the greats of the 20...

A woman floats in a pool with her dark hair trailing behind her. Her dark cat shaped sunglasses and checked bathing suit are reminiscent of a bygone era. This photograph is unframed. Please contact the gallery for framing options. Kirill Polevoy Floating Sasha, Montana archival pigment print 30h x 40w in 76.20h x 101.60w cm 1/25 KIP037 “Through a black and white lens, hidden stories of everyday objects become apparent. The juxtaposition of strong light and dark shadows transform and illuminate detail that would otherwise be dismissed. Diminutive elements become rich in meaning allowing compositions to effortlessly evolve. As I attempt to uncover the hidden truth of the world around me, I am inevitably mesmerized by it and I hope you will be too.” A self-taught photographer, Kirill Polevoy, first started making photographs with an old Russian film camera...

Street Photography was a true love of Art Shay's and is completely evident in this black and white shot from 1952 of a young shirtless boy sparing with an unseen opponent. Art Shay Kid Boxing...

All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...

Tree - Signed limited edition archival pigment print - Edition of 5 South West France , 2015 Monochrome Art Print This is an Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Baryta 315 gsm , Acid- and lignin-free paper, Museum quality for highest age resistance and a popular alternative to analogue baryta paper). The inks used are also known for their longevity Signed + numbered by artist with certificate of authenticity Please note. There are three sizes of this print; each is an edition of five (5) making the total that can be printed as fifteen (15). This will include any custom sizes requested. Available sizes ( Image size , the white margin is not counted): 23 x 52 cm / 9,05 x 20,74" - Edition of 5 34 x 75 cm / 13,38 x 29,53" - Edition of 5 54x 120 cm / 21,26 x 47,24" - Edition of 5 Geoff Halpin...

Ariane - Signed limited edition archival pigment print - Edition of 5 This is an Archival Pigment print on fiber based paper ( Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Baryta 315 gsm , Acid-free an...

All prints are limited edition. Available in multiple sizes. High-end framing on request. All prints are done and signed by the artist. The collector receives an additional certific...

Hot fan - Signed limited edition archival pigment print - Edition of 5 Record cover for 'Hot Little Mamma' , London 1981 This image was captured on film. The negative was scan...

Falling Stars - 2021 Archival C-Print based on an original Polaroid on Hahnemuhle photo rag paper. 25x20cm, Edition of 10 plus 2 Artist Proofs. Signature label and certificate. ...