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Book Synopsis: This whimsical love letter to the Big Apple’s most cherished and intriguing shops is a timeless celebration of New York’s diversity, energy, resilience, and weirdness. Every New Yorker has a favorite place to shop—whether it’s for pizza or flowers, to grab a beer, or slurp down soup dumplings.
When the coronavirus crisis hit in 2020, illustrator Joel Holland began drawing storefronts near his apartment as a way of memorializing an element of city life that seemed suddenly precarious. He posted them on Instagram and they quickly drew an avid following. Eventually, Holland’s collection grew to include shops recommended by friends or strangers online.
This book showcases 225 of his delightful illustrations and runs the gamut, from delis and bodegas to dive bars, bookstores, bakeries, newsstands, cafés, restaurants and more. Each image is paired with engaging text written by journalist David Dodge and filled with the historical, cultural, and architectural details that have earned these stores a place in people’s hearts. Also included is a foreword by beloved Instagrammer New York Nico, who is known for chronicling the city’s independent businesses.
The perfect gift for New Yorkers of all ages—as well as an insider’s guide to everything from dim sum to late-night jazz—this treasury of iconic shops belongs in the library of anyone who loves NYC.
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If you're a New Yorker or a fan of the Big Apple, you'll fall in love with NYC Storefronts: Illustrations of the Big Apple's Best-Loved Spots. This captivating book is a whimsical celebration of the city's most cherished and intriguing shops, showcasing their diversity, energy, resilience, and weirdness. Whether you're craving a slice of pizza, in need of fresh flowers, or seeking a cozy spot for a beer, this book takes you on a visual journey through the heart of New York's shopping landscape.
Illustrator Joel Holland's passion for New York City shines through his delightful illustrations. As a response to the uncertain times brought upon us by the coronavirus crisis, Holland started drawing storefronts near his apartment as a way of commemorating elements of city life that suddenly felt precarious. His illustrations gained a devoted following on Instagram, and he expanded his collection to include shops recommended by friends and strangers alike.
With a total of 225 illustrations, NYC Storefronts captures the essence of New York's iconic stores, from delis and bodegas to dive bars, bookstores, bakeries, newsstands, cafes, and restaurants. Accompanied by engaging text written by journalist David Dodge, each image comes to life with historical, cultural, and architectural details that have endeared these stores to people's hearts. To top it off, the book features a foreword by beloved Instagrammer New York Nico, known for his dedication to documenting the city's independent businesses.
Whether you're a lifelong New Yorker or someone who dreams of exploring the bustling streets of NYC, this book is a must-have for your collection. It's not only the perfect gift for New Yorkers of all ages, but also an insider's guide to the hidden gems that make the city so special. From dim sum to late-night jazz, immerse yourself in the charm and character of the city that never sleeps with NYC Storefronts: Illustrations of the Big Apple's Best-Loved Spots.
Ready to embark on a journey through the heart of New York City? Get your copy of NYC Storefronts: Illustrations of the Big Apple's Best-Loved Spots today by clicking here.
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