A DREAM
William Allingham (1824–1889)
I heard the dogs howl in the moonlight night;
I went to the window to see the sight;
All the Dead that ever I knew
Going one by one and two by two.
On they pass'd, and on they pass'd;
Townsfellows all, from first to last;
Born in the moonlight of the lane,
Quench'd in the heavy shadow again.
Schoolmates, marching as when we play'd
At soldiers once—but now more staid;
Those were the strangest sight to me
Who were drown'd, I knew, in the awful sea.
Straight and handsome folk; bent and weak, too;
Some that I loved, and gasp'd to speak to;
Some but a day in their churchyard bed;
Some that I had not known were dead.
A long, long crowd—where each seem'd lonely,
Yet of them all there was one, one only,
Raised a head or look'd my way:
She linger'd a moment—she might not stay.
How long since I saw that fair pale face!
Ah! Mother dear! might I only place
My head on thy breast, a moment to rest,
While thy hand on my tearful cheek were prest!
On, on, a moving bridge they made
Across the moon-stream, from shade to shade,
Young and old, women and men;
Many long-forgot, but remember'd then.
And first there came a bitter laughter;
A sound of tears the moment after;
And then a music so lofty and gay,
That every morning, day by day,
I strive to recall it if I may.
POEMS
Chapman and Hall, London, 1850, pp.101-102
requiem for america
Requiem for America is a photographic tribute to America's Industrial Legacy, A stunning portfolio that offers a visually arresting and emotionally resonant exploration of a pivotal era in American history. Focused on the Rustbelt and Textile regions, this meticulously curated collection provides a heartfelt look into a time marked by towering factories, bustling steel mills, the rhythm of textile production, and the beloved Mom-and-Pop stores that served as the heartbeat of countless communities.
"Requiem for America" dives into the iconic past of Bethlehem Steel and other landmark industries, celebrating their significant impact on the nation's economic and cultural landscape. Through evocative imagery, the book honors the emigrants families—our unsung heroes and heroines—whose resilience and dedication were instrumental in shaping an age of modern America.
Each act of this portfolio captures the grandeur and human stories behind the factories and mills, reflecting the rich and shared heritage of this transformative period. From historic textile mills to where steel is king to enduring mom-and-pop stores, Requiem for America conveys the essence of an era where community and industry were intricately woven together to create a unique and vibrant legacy.
a visual ballad in four acts
ACT II GIFTS FROM PRINCE MAMMON
he aftermath of industrial decline is palpable in every city across the Rust Belt, where disenfranchised and hopeless citizens navigate the remnants of a once-thriving economy. Abandoned factories loom over neighborhoods like ghosts of prosperity past, serving as stark reminders of the jobs and opportunities that have vanished. The streets are often lined with fallen churches, their steeples bent and roofs caving in, symbolizing the erosion of community faith and cohesion. Local businesses, once cherished Mom-and-Pop shops, now stand empty, their windows shattered or boarded up, each closure telling a story of dreams unfulfilled and families struggling to survive. The homes in these neighborhoods bear the scars of neglect, with peeling paint and overgrown yards reflecting the loss of care and investment. This landscape of decay breeds hopelessness, trapping those left behind in a cycle of poverty and despair.
GIFTS FROM PRINCE MAMMON, STANZA I - V
ARTIST STATEMENT
prologue
he aftermath of industrial decline is palpable in every city across the Rust Belt, where disenfranchised and hopeless citizens navigate the remnants of a once-thriving economy. Abandoned factories loom over neighborhoods like ghosts of prosperity past, serving as stark reminders of the jobs and opportunities that have vanished. The streets are often lined with fallen churches, their steeples bent and roofs caving in, symbolizing the erosion of community faith and cohesion. Local businesses, once cherished Mom-and-Pop shops, now stand empty, their windows shattered or boarded up, each closure telling a story of dreams unfulfilled and families struggling to survive. The homes in these neighborhoods bear the scars of neglect, with peeling paint and overgrown yards reflecting the loss of care and investment. This landscape of decay breeds hopelessness, trapping those left behind in a cycle of poverty and despair.
PIGMENT PRINTS
Details
Composed of one hundred-sixty-four pigment ink photographs, This visual ballad is presented across four acts of forty images, arranged in ten four-line stanzas following a ABCB rymithic pictorial theme. One photograph from each act was selected as a representative, serving as the hook or key visual introduction to that act.
This collection includes 24 x 36 inch archival pigment prints on Hahnemühle Baryta paper, available in a Limited Edition each priced at $1,250.00. All prints are signed, numbered, and dated by the artist on print verso. Additionally, custom-sized one-off prints, both larger and smaller, are available, as well as an Artist Four Print Edition. Please inquire for more details..
Prints are released in an edition of 5, plus one A/P master print held by the artist. (AP + Ed. 1/5 )
