A series of photo essays from Philadelphia neighborhoods by Kass Mencher
"The photos continually surprise with views of Philadelphia’s neighborhoods from unusual vantage points. The photos take the ordinary and reveal something extraordinary through use of light, cropping and dynamic composition. Each neighborhood is, finally, rendered with its own unique flavor."
—judges’ comments from the 2001 Alternative Newsweekly Awards; "Border Lines" took first place in the Photojournalism category
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Northern Liberties [May 25, 2000] |
| Queen Village [August 3, 2000] |
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Chinatown [October 26, 2000] |
| University City [December 21, 2000] |
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Rittenhouse Square [February 22, 2001] |
| Spring Garden [May 10, 2001] |
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Bella Vista [July 5, 2001] |
| Manayunk [November 29, 2001] |
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