"Scopin's decision to room at the Hotel Chelsea was a matter of frugality, reflecting a serious class system within the ornate 12-story building."
"I met so many fascinating people who kept confronting me with new ideas and lifestyles, so my entire value system collapsed and had to be rebuilt."
"Scopin's photographs, long thought lost, were rediscovered in 2016, revealing a vibrant period in New York's artistic history."
"At night, King's team conducted nude shoots of celebrities, which led Scopin to meet influential figures like Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe."
Albert Scopin's photographs from his time at the Chelsea Hotel between 1969 and 1971 have been rediscovered and compiled in a new book. These over 100 images, thought lost for decades, reflect the vibrant culture of the era. Scopin moved to New York seeking inspiration and encountered a diverse array of influential figures. His experiences at the hotel, marked by artistic exploration and personal growth, significantly reshaped his worldview. The photos serve as a nostalgic reminder of a bygone New York.
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