The Rockaways

My personal project this summer concentrates on The Rockaways in Queens, New York. At first reluctant, I am falling in love with the place. Yesterday was one of those very good days, when I ran into daredevil skateboarders Angel Andino (above) and Curtis Cooper (below) who practiced their skills at their local hangout, complete with skateboard ramps, grinding rails and quarter pipes. The light was right, and, unusual these days, it wasn't as hot as hell. Journalist Claudia Steinberg, who spends her summer weekends in her 'shag' in Rockaway, is writing ...









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