Tif the Waitress

Archival 16x20 inch black-and-white fine art print on Epson Art Cotton Smooth 250 gram paper. NYC Village Halloween Parade street photography, Greenwich Village, 1982–86.

This black-and-white 35mm shot captures the irreverent humor of the Greenwich Village Halloween Parade, where the subject "Tif" poses alongside her "Manwich" companion. The analog film grain enhances the gritty, night atmosphere of New York City between 1982 and 1986, while the powerful professional flash freezes the duo's theatrical expressions. The name Tif offers a clever nod to the digital file format, though here it belongs to a spirited reveler in full drag, complete with pearls and a lollipop. The composition highlights the DIY costume culture of the era, showcasing the bold, campy creativity that has defined this annual celebration for decades.