Legendary New Hope photographer Jack Rosen died in 2006, and since then, his family has been endeavoring to preserve his legacy while establishing permanent outlets for the photographer’s massive body of work.
Several recent developments and upcoming events will now happily help to bring these goals into sight.
Spearheaded by Rosen’s son Rick and his trusty scanner, the drive to raise Jack Rosen Photos’ profile has begun in earnest. Starting with a longstanding presence on a variety of FaceBook pages, an online store (fineartamerica.com/profiles/jackrosen) was established earlier this year. The online store allows visitors to browse many of their favorite Rosen photos, and purchase the images in a variety of print styles, and/or on mugs, shirts, pillows, masks and additional items.
For many years, Jack Rosen referred to himself as “New Hope’s oldest streetwalker,” as he roamed town with 2-3 cameras in tow. Residents of Rosen’s New Hope hometown will once again run into Jack this fall, beginning at the River House at Odette’s.
The River House at Odette’s monthly Artist Series will feature a pop-up showing of selected Jack Rosen images from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12.
Members of the community and hotel guests are welcome to join the socially distanced celebration featuring a special “meet and greet” with Rick Rosen. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase works of art directly from the artist with a portion of the proceeds donated to New Hope Arts, a nonprofit regional arts center dedicated to furthering the heritage of New Hope as a vital art center.
New Hope Arts will be offering complimentary light bites and a champagne toast. The River House at Odette’s is located on River Road at the southern entrance to New Hope and attendees are encouraged to RSVP by calling 215-862.2022 for discounted parking.
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