Today, Art Shay shares his thoughts on Vivian Maier, the hidden talents of the amateur photographer, and introduces us to his great-grandson, Moses Wells Lavin.
From the Vault of Art Shay: On Amateurs and Talent
More Vivian Maier News
While Kevin was wrapping up his story on Jeff Goldstein's collection of Vivian Maier photos, our friends over at Gaper's Block ran their own story on a third photography buff with a collection of Maier's photos.
Behind the Images: Jeff Goldstein Talks about Vivian Maier
Kevin has some never-before seen images from street photographer Vivian Maier from a second collector.
Exhibition Showcases Late Street Photographer Maier
Lately other local media have been catching up to the unlikely story of the late street photographer Vivian Maier, whose pictures would have made one amazing "Around Town" gallery. In fact, they sort of did.
Vivian Maier's Unseen Chicago
In this day and age of replica retro and manufactured memories, it's easy to lose sight of true nostalgia, surrounding ourselves instead with disposable memories and instant gratification. Which is why, when, a true gem from the past finds it's way to us, we're confronted with a real look at our past. One such event happened to John Maloof, who came across Vivian Maier's photography at an estate sale, and knew he had to share this unknown photographer's talents.

