Flickr @ Yahoo Travel

Having learned yesterday that images may be uploaded to Flickr and Yahoo Travel, simultaneuously, I spent much of late last night and early this morning uploading more of my 25 March 2006 Ninth Avenue Chelsea NYC images to Flickr and Yahoo Travel. During which time I'd learn of Blog Chelsea. This is an area of Manhattan that I am very familar with since from September 1980 to July 1981 Frank and I shared a studio at 319 West 21st Street before he, Steve and I leased a loft at 22 East 22nd Street in Gramercy Park.

Rod Stewart Rocks Times Square . 9 October

Calling all Rod Stewart fans! Tickets are sold out for the New York City show, but you can still see Rod rock Times Square! On Monday, October 9th, at 9:30 PM ET/6:30 PM PT, Rod Stewart will perform in an exclusive concert on the eve of the release of his brand new album. Big Screen Concerts will present this live broadcast in movie theatres nationwide. If you can't make it to your local theatre, check out the live webcast on MSN! Don't miss the show, and don't foget to pick up Rod's brand new album "Still The Same...Great Rock Classics Of Our Time" on October 10th!

Mark Lee's ATLAS Events celebrates 16th Anniversary w/ Columbus Day Weekend Holiday Event

ATLAS Events 16th Anniversary

20th AIDS Walk Washington, 7 October 2006

The 20th Annual AIDS Walk Washington will commence at 9 am tomorrow morning, 7 October, at Freedom Plaza with an inspiring pre-Walk program of speakers and music followed by a 9:30 am step-off.

The never before seen photo to the right was taken during the 2005 AIDS Walk Washington by Elvert Barnes who has captured AIDS Walk DC since 1994.

John Epperson, A.K.A Lypsinka, to appear at Lavender Vaudeville October 11

Since 1982, the name Lypsinka has been synonymous with magnificence. The prolific theatrical drag aesthete is featured in seven movies, numerous television appearances, and headlined more than a dozen original productions. John Epperson, the genius behind the conceptual art form that is Lypsinka, is poised to divulge insights about his twenty-five year career. The perpetually astute (and occasionally provocative) Epperson will present these fascinating traits on October 11, when he will face up-and-coming interviewess, Millie Shayntwrite.

“I like to describe the series as Inside the Actor’s Studio meets Def Poetry Jam,” says Millie. “I want to know what makes these luminaries tick. My questions generally revolve around their childhoods, vices, traumas, political perspectives, and what motivates them as artists; with an obligatory dose of current events.”

Millie’s razor-sharp wit lacerated Ben Sanders, aka Brini Maxwell, in last month’s titillating discussion. Drag commentator, Millie Shayntwrite, hosts a monthly evening of poetry readings, and in-depth live interviews with the most powerful and talented luminaries in the GLBT world. Come and witness prominent figures such as Lypsinka, Edmund White, Norah Vincent, and Kevin Aviance probed before a live audience.

Seizing the opportunity, Millie is introducing the only monthly GLBT poetry slam in the city. Readers from every corner of gay life have lined up to share their poetry on Lavender Vaudeville’s stage. The affect on audiences is the kind of magnetic spirit unique to iconic gay cultural experiences.

Hosted by Millie Shayntwrite, on 11 October Lypsinka will appear at Lavender Vaudeville which is a second Wednesdays event at the Nuyorican Poets Café, from 7 to 9 PM, @ $7 admission.

Available for Comment:

Aaron Kinchen - amknyc@comcast.net – 551-208-4372

John Epperson – lypsinka@aol.com

Lois Griffith (Dir. of programming at the Café) – Nuyorican@mindspring.com -718-522-5893

Gift Trap Massive Play Weekend . 6 - 8 October 2006

In benefit of Right to Play, this weekend, 6 - 8 October, marks the GiFtTrap Massive Play Weekend which and because GiftTRAP is the game that keeps on giving, registered volunteers who send in pictures and testimonials from their events and who donate to Right to Play are eligible to win a fabulous $15,000 value prize, including five nights at B.C.’s beautiful Big White ski resort along with complimentary ski passes. Now that’s giving and receiving at it’s very best!

Should a coffee shop or a trustworthy individual be in need of a GiFt Trap board game for this weekend's lauuch, since two of my photographs are featured in the game, I just so happen to have one that I will donate for the purpose of this event. However, it must be returned to me afterwards. Contact me, Elvert Barnes.

Washington Blade's BEST OF GAY DC 2006

06 October 2006 Friday's Photo of the Week

53rd Birthday, Thursday 5 October 2006

2006 Friday's Photo of the Week

Millions More Movement March PHOTOS NEVER BEFORE SEEN

2005 Millions Move Movement March

PHOTOGRAPHS NEVER BEFORE SEEN 2006

The Vulgar Bulgars, a Klezmer band @ Dupont Circle North

Since 1992 which is when I would take up photography and in the course of what I refer to as street photography Street Musicians have been an important element of my body of work. In recent months, as a former caterer, sometimes event coordinator and always promoter of the arts when I have come across groups such as Vulgar Bulgars, as was the case on Saturday afternoon at Dupont Circle North my intent is to refer them to caterers, event coordinators and venues that may be interested in booking them for events.

Since my visit to South Boston Virginia in June for the 2006 Juneteenth Celebration at Berryhill Plantation I've made it a point to keep my eyes and ears open for talent that may fit into the scheme of things at The Prizery. There is no doubt in my mind that the Vulgar Bulgars, from central Virginia, would fit quite well into the scheme of the Chastain Theater at the Prizery.

And caterers including Susan Gage, Occasions and Design Cuisine may would find them of interest as well.

My Hand/Bible Ron Brown Memorial photo

At least once a week I'll search the internet for Elvert Barnes or Elvert Xavier Barnes Photography to see where my pictures may be included at various websites or blogs. Taken on 13 April 1996 during the Ron Brown Memorial Service at the Department of Commerce in WDC the photo to the left is featured in the 1 March 2005 Science and Technology News artilce entitled Genesis: God’s word, Evolution: God’s work by Devon McPhee.

Cowgirl Creamery comes to F Street in WDC

It has been just nine years since Sue Conley and Peggy Smith launched Tomales Bay Foods in a renovated barn in Point Reyes Station, California. After successful careers as Bay Area chefs (Sue owned the popular Bette's Oceanview Diner in Berkeley; Peggy ran the kitchen at the renowned Chez Panisse), the women shifted their focus to Tomales Bay. Their new market would carry the region's finest natural foods and other products, from prepared dishes, fresh, organic fruits and vegetables, wines and cheeses. Sue and Peggy began to make cheese from the pure, natural, organic milk produced by Straus Family Dairy, and Cowgirl Creamery was born. All Cowgirl Creamery cheeses are still made at the barn in Point Reyes Station.

A second Cowgirl Creamery would open in 2003 at Ferry Plaza in San Francisco. In June 2006, Cowgirl Creamery would 'go east' when a Cowgirl Creamery would open at 919 F Street in the Chinatown/Penn Quarter area of Washington DC.

The above photo was takeen on Tuesday evening, 26 September 2006, while in the process of my ongoing Downtown F Street Project which I have been documenting for several years.

29 September 2006 Friday's Photo of the Week

Verizon Center . Chinatown . 26 September 2006

2007 Winter Party @ South Beach

28 February 28 thru 5 March 2007 represents the 2007 Winter Party™ Festival, in South Beach. A world-class beach dance party and cultural festival benefiting the Miami-Dade gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community and the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. Photo from 2005 Winter Party.

Southern Heritage Harvest Festival . Sobo VA . Saturday, 30 September 2006

JPG Magazine's rebirth

Exactly two years ago today, JPG Magazine began with a simple mission. Today, the humble project that began with a Gmail account and a dream is growing up. Welcome to the new JPG Magazine. In many ways, this is the project we always wanted. The front cover, to the right, is from the inaugural issue, Origins. There are four days left for submissions to the 7th Issue which will soon be on the newsstands.

COLORLINES - September/October Issue

Autumn has arrived, and with it the September/October issue of ColorLines hits newsstands around the country.After reflecting last month on the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, we shift gears this month to look at some new cultural and political trends affecting communities of color. From a discussion of Muslim communities in the aftermath of 9/11 to welfare nannies and Jonestown, ColorLines brings you the best coverage on the issues that matter.

Springsteen's BORN TO RUN: Unseen Photo becomes a Classic Poster

One of the reasons that I photograph so proflically is to curate future Never Before Seen Photographic Exhibitions and Documentary Projects many years later. So whenever I hear of never before seen projects such as Springsteen's Born To Run Unseen Photos or Patti Smith: American Artist I get a rise.

Eric Meola, the photographer who shot the classic black & white cover of Bruce Springsteen's Born to Run, has taken one of the captivating photographs from his Born to Run: The Unseen Photos book and created a poster suitable for framing and available to all. From the same 1975 photo session that brought us the album cover, this alternate shot of Bruce and Clarence standing back-to-back feels familiar on one hand, yet its an entirely new glimpse of that iconic pose.

Offered exclusively by Backstreets Magazine, this striking image has been beautifully reproduced as a 20" x 30" poster on 100 lb. glossy stock. And best of all, the proceeds from all poster sales will go directly to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. So help a great cause and get a great poster, unseen no more. Order yours today.

John Kiser from Rizik's says "Flip-flops belong at the beach ..."

I have photographed the window displays of Rizik's since January 1992 which was shortly after I received a Minolta as a Christmas gift in December 1991. And have admired Rizik's window displays long before. I would first observe and photograph John Kiser on 20 December 1993 when he and an assistant were in the process of dressing Rizik's window. Though I did not ask his name at the time when I'd happen upon him some months or years later dressing the windows at Rizik's having already noticed me, in the past, he'd introduce himself, saying that he also had a few clients in Baltimore.

On Tuesday afternoon, 26 September, in connection with my In the Fall of the Year 2006 Project I'd take to the streets and as I have done each fall since 1992 I'd record the window display situated at Rizik's south side. And just as I'd turn to head north on Connecticut Avenue to capture the window displays at The Gap I'd observe John Kiser standing at the front entrance of Rizik's at the store's northwest side.

When I inquired if I may take a few photos of him for posting to my blog, remembering me from over the years, he said yes. During which time I'd conduct a brief interview.

John Kiser was born in Kentucky and has worked in the window display industry for more than 28 years. At first in Huntington Kentucky before relocating to the Washington DC area which for more than 25 years he has dressed the windows at Rizik's.

As Rizik's Advertising and Visual Director Mr. Kiser no longer does work in Baltimore. At least, not on a regular basis but, may in the case of a special event.

"Flip-flops belong at the beach or a backyard barbecue," was John Kiser's reaction four members of the Northwestern University's championship women's lacrosse team showed up for a White House meeting with President Bush wearing flip-flops, in July 2005.

MPDC CCTV Neighborhood Cameras

When taking architectural and industrial photographs north of the 14th and U Street area of NW WDC on yesterday evening I'd observe an MPDC CCTV at the corner of 14th and W Streets. And as result will now embark on an ongoing documentary project that will focus on the MPDC CCTV Neighborhood Cameras Campaign.