Description

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This captivating artwork transports us back to a nostalgic summer day at Coney Island beach in Brooklyn, New York, a place that holds a special significance for our family.

The vibrant scene depicts the bustling beach, with the iconic Wonder Wheel, Cyclone Roller Coaster, and boardwalk in the background. The golden sand is teeming with people of all ages, and I'm particularly fond of the expressive brushstrokes Dad used to create the sky - those beautiful puffy clouds. This painting is especially memorable for me because it includes the Coney Island amusement park, which I still long for.

In 1962, when Dad was 40 years old, our family had recently settled in the United States after fleeing Communist Hungary in 1956.

I have many fond memories of our family trips to Coney Island, which we reached by subway from our small apartment in uptown Manhattan. The excitement would build as we exited the tunnel in Brooklyn, and soon could catch a glimpse of the amusement park in the distance, accompanied by the salty scent of the beach.

Although we didn't have the means to indulge in the amusement park rides or foods, our time together as a family was invaluable. These simple yet precious moments at the beach have left an indelible mark on my memory, and Dad's artwork beautifully captures the essence of those carefree days.

On this day in 1962, our family certainly looked a bit weird on the beach, with Dad setting up an easel to create this timeless painting of Coney Island.

Through My Father's Eyes