Doug Ischar – The Belmont Rocks Were Gayer
July 29, 2009
Re-buzz is revving about Doug Ischar, a photographer who, among other things, photographed the naked, cruisey and HOT Belmont Ave. Rocks in the early 80′s. The removal of the limestone rocks is one of the many, many travesties committed by Mayor Daley (I think he is terrible for Chicago, and have NEVER voted for him). Ischar’s photos show a casual stank, a sexually rich atmosphere where men could chill and meet in the open, all the while enjoying our lake and THOSE FUCKING ROCKS. Ischar’s work got some attention over at thedishesaredone and he’ll also be getting his first showing of this entire collection at TPR pals Golden-Gallery. Entitled Marginal Waters, the show opening party is September 12th, sure to be a cruisey spot in and of itself. More info over at golden-gallery.org.
