Own a Piece of Albany’s History: Black and White Photography Prints of Architectural Landmarks

Albany, New York Photography Gallery

Albany, NY, is a city rich in history, with its iconic buildings reflecting centuries of architectural brilliance. For art collectors, history enthusiasts, and those seeking unique décor, black and white photography prints of Albany’s architectural landmarks offer a timeless way to bring the city’s charm into your space.

Why Choose Black and White Photography Prints?

Black and white photography captures the essence of Albany’s historic architecture by emphasizing textures, contrasts, and intricate details. Stripped of color, these images highlight the interplay of light and shadow, drawing attention to the craftsmanship and history embedded in each structure. A black and white print not only enhances your home or office décor but also serves as a conversation starter and a connection to Albany’s rich heritage.

Iconic Albany Landmarks for Your Collection

1. New York State Capitol
   This 19th-century architectural marvel is a favorite among art lovers. Its Romanesque and Renaissance Revival elements make it a striking subject for black and white photography. A print of the Capitol captures its grandeur and serves as a tribute to Albany’s political and cultural significance.

2. The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
   This Gothic Revival cathedral is a masterpiece of design. Black and white photography emphasizes its towering spires, intricate arches, and timeless beauty, making it an inspiring piece for your collection.

3. The Empire State Plaza

Featuring the dramatic contrast of its sleek architecture against the timeless sky, this artwork showcases the Plaza's iconic Egg and Corning Tower in unique detail. Perfect for art collectors, Albany enthusiasts, or anyone seeking sophisticated décor, this monochromatic print adds a touch of elegance and historical depth to any space. Bring the heart of Albany into your home or office with this timeless piece celebrating one of New York's architectural treasures.

4. New York State Museum

Capturing the museum's bold architecture and timeless design, this monochromatic artwork accentuates the intricate details and dramatic lines that define this cultural landmark, celebrating the legacy of New York's oldest museum.

5. Corning Tower

As the tallest structure in Albany, the Corning Tower is a modern marvel with historic significance. Black and white photography beautifully captures its sleek, geometric design and the reflections that dance off its façade. A print of the Corning Tower adds a bold, contemporary touch to any art collection while honoring Albany’s dynamic skyline.

How Black and White Prints Transform Your Space

• Sophisticated Décor: Monochromatic art complements a variety of interior styles, from modern minimalist to vintage-inspired.

• Connection to History: Owning a print of Albany’s landmarks brings the city’s history into your home, creating a meaningful connection to its storied past.

• Unique Gifts: These prints make thoughtful gifts for art collectors, history buffs, or anyone with ties to Albany.

Tips for Selecting the Perfect Print

• Choose Landmarks with Personal Significance: Whether it’s the Capitol’s grandeur or the nostalgic charm of the The Egg, select prints that resonate with your personal connection to Albany.

• Consider Framing Options: A beautifully framed black and white print elevates its aesthetic appeal and ensures its longevity.

Contact me directly to purchase a fine art photograph of Albany, New York’s famous landmarks - rob@robhammerphotography.com

Black and white photograph of the New York State Capital Building in Albany, NY

Classic black and white photograph of Albany, NY

Photography print of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Albany, NY

Empire State Plaza wall art

Photograph of the Alfed E. Smith Building in Albany, NY

Albany, NY wall art

New York State Capital Building photography print - black and white

Historic black and white photograph of The Egg in Albany, NY

Photograph of the New York State Education Department building in Albany, NY

Photograph of the George Washington statue in Albany, NY

Photography print of Albany, NY

Black and white photograph of Albany, NY architecture

Photography print of the iconic state capital building in Albany, NY

Tom Moorhouse

Tom Moorhouse - Cowboy

Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame

Tom Moorhouse is a Texas legend so it’s no wonder that he was inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. He’s cowboyed all his left. Never wanted to do anything different. A born cowpuncher. Aside from keeping his own herd of cattle, he also worked for many years at the famed Tongue River Ranch and 6666 Ranch. Tom is a hell of a story teller and might just have the best ears in the business. He was very gracious with his time, showing me around the ranch and the cemetery he built there for his wives. It was interesting to hear a guy like Tom being so candidly emotional when talking about them. I’m real grateful to have met and photographed him. Do yourself a favor and look up some videos of Tom online. He’s got a voice perfect for telling cowboy stories that you could listen to for days.

Click HERE to see more of my cowboy photography. And contact me directly for prints - rob@robhammerphotography.com

Tom Moorhouse - Texas Cowboy

Cowpuncher - Tom Moorhouse

Portrait of legendary Texas cowboy Tom Moorhouse

Tom Moorhouse

The Vast Silence of the Llano Estacado: Photographs from the Edge of the World

Capturing the Spirit of the Llano Estacado: A Journey Through Texas’ Endless Plains

The Llano Estacado is a place you don’t stumble across; it’s a place you reckon with. One of the most iconic and least understood landscapes in the American West, this vast plateau of grass and sky sprawls across Texas and New Mexico, holding onto its secrets and daring you to listen. Out here, the land doesn’t beg for your attention—it demands it.

For a photographer, the Llano Estacado is both a gift and a challenge. It’s the kind of place where you can drive for hours and see nothing, but also see everything. The light plays games with the land, casting long shadows across red dirt canyons one moment and igniting the horizon with a blazing sunset the next. This is a place where distance feels infinite, where the horizon blurs into eternity, and where silence is louder than any city you’ve ever known.

I’ve spent days with my camera out here, trying to make sense of a landscape that refuses to be pinned down. In the Llano Estacado, every scene feels timeless. Windmills still turn against endless skies, lone ranch houses sit hunkered against the elements, and the remnants of old cattle trails whisper of a time when the West was wild. The photographs I take here aren’t just about the land—they’re about its resilience, its quiet strength, and its ability to hold onto history while shrugging off the future.

There’s something raw about the Llano Estacado, something that gets under your skin. The wind is constant, carrying dust and memories of those who came before—Comanche warriors, Spanish explorers, and cattlemen who fought for a living in this unforgiving land. But for all its toughness, there’s a kind of poetry here, too. It’s in the way the light softens at dusk, the way a storm rolls in across the plains like the world’s slowest freight train, or the way a lone yucca plant stands defiant against the wind.

I photograph these moments not to tame them but to honor them. The Llano Estacado isn’t a place that conforms to you; it’s a place that changes you. And in every image, I try to capture a piece of that—the wildness, the solitude, the beauty that refuses to be anything but itself.

For anyone who loves the West, the Llano Estacado is a reminder of what it means to live with the land rather than against it. For me, it’s a place I’ll never stop returning to, camera in hand, chasing the light and the stories it holds.

If you’re drawn to the rugged beauty of the American West, I invite you to explore my collection of fine art photographs of the Llano Estacado. These images are more than landscapes—they’re testaments to a land that refuses to be forgotten.

Contact me directly if you’d like to purchase a print - rob@robhammerphotography.com

“It’s a long way, round the Llano Estacado” - Colter Wall

Llano Estacado - Texas 

Black and white photograph of a farm on the Llano Estacado 

Black and white photo of the Llano Estacado 

Photo of. a dust storm on the Llano Estacado in Texas 

Photo of roadside religious crosses on the Llano Estacado in Texas 

Photograph of a long dirt road on the Llano Estacado in Texas

Black and white photograph of a farm in the Texas panhandle 

Photograph of wind turbines on the Llano Estacado 

Blowing Rock, North Carolina Wall Art

Glen Burney Falls Trail

Photography Prints

Glen Burney Falls Trail

Blowing Rock is a special little mountain town in western North Carolina along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Thankfully it doesn’t get the traffic that Boone does because that would take away all of it’s charm. The Glen Burney Falls Trail starts just a few blocks off Main St. so you can get there from anywhere. Normally these easily accessible attractions are forgettable if not a total let down. Not this one. We were blown away. Granted the day we decided to hike, the forest put on special show with a thick layer of fog and mist that provided an eerie but beautiful vibe. Even without that, it’s still a beautiful trail winds gently through the woods providing great views of the waterfalls all along the way. It’s not a particularly hard hike either. In fact, it’s more of an aggressive walk than anything. so if you’re in Blowing Rock, add this short hike to the list. For only an hour or so of you’re time it provides a great mental checkout and check in with nature.

After you’re done, stop in to the Speckled Trout for lunch or dinner. They have great food and cocktails/beer. I really enjoyed the trout, grits, and collard greens. The vibe there is just great and helped along by a staff of waiters and bartenders than genuinely seem to enjoy their jobs.

If you’re visiting for a fly fishing trip, then definitely go to the Speckled Trout’s guide shop, which also has a bar in it!! I’ve been to a hell of a lot of mountain towns and lot of fly shops. Never once seen a fly shop with a bar. What a great little piece of America that you can only hope resists the massive commercialization that will inevitably be forced upon it in the future.

Contact me if you’d like wall art prints of the Glen Burney Falls Trail for your home, office, or commercial space - rob@robhammerphotogaphy.com

Hiking in Blowing Rock, North Carolina

Black and White North Carolina Wall Art

North Carolina Nature Photography

Glen Burney Falls Trail

North Carolina Nature Photography Prints

Best hike in Blowing Rock, North Carolina

Western Artist

Western Charcoal Artist

Was on a big gallery kick last month up in Wyoming, and while driving back home from Jackson Hole, stumbled upon the Western Skies Gallery in Afton. It’s a beautiful space in an unexpected place. Inside I was greeted by Doug Monson, owner of the gallery and artist himself. He specializes in western charcoal drawings, but also displays/sells work by other talented artists in various mediums. We got to chatting for a bit while he showed me his upstairs studio, which is as enviable a place as you’ll ever see. Truly a dream for any artist. Next thing you know, I got the gear out of the truck, and began making photographs of Doug at work. He makes beautiful drawings of wildlife as well as cowboys. Look up the one he did of a Raven. It’s stunning to see in person. Anyway, Monson is really nice guy that I very much enjoyed hanging out with while learning about his journey to where he is today. For years now I’ve got a lot of pleasure out of photographing people that are highly passionate about their work, no matter what kind of work that may be. There’s something very special about seeing someone in their element, working away in a manner only they know how, because you know there isn’t anywhere else they’d rather be.

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Best Distillery in Los Angeles

Dead of Night Distillery

Craft Spirits - Los Angeles

It seems that most people think of gin as that nasty pine needle tasting liquor that your grandfather had at his house. And I used to think the same thing. 6 months ago if you offered me a gin drink, I would have ignorantly turned it down thinking that all gin just tastes like floor cleaner. Dead of Night Distillery has completely changed my mind though. I’ve always been a beer guy, never much for liquor, but tasting this gin and the cocktails made with it, has me singing a different tune. Really great stuff and i’m excited to see where this recently opened distillery goes. If you’re anywhere in the Los Angeles and looking for spirits to make great craft cocktails, look up where to buy Dead of Night’s products. Aside from their vodka, gin, and rum, the head distiller also creates incredible small batch experimental spirits like limoncello, aquavit, and amaro.

Follow them on Instagram @dead_of_night_distilery or go to their WEBSITE.

Distilling craft spirits in Los Angeles, CA

Photograph of a distiller making gin in Los Angeles, CA

The best craft distillery in Los Angeles

Craft spirits made in Southern California

Distilling gin in LA

Photograph of a distiller making craft spirits in Los Angeles, California

Aaron Rokjer - owner and distiller at Dead of Night Distillery in Los Angeles, CA

American Backcourts - Basketball Hoop Photography

The farther I get into this project the more I love it. Nothing is set in stone yet, but I have some things in the works that I’m hoping to share soon.

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