Continuing my new photography series, I bring you two Polaroid shots from the Balanchine ballets Rubies and Diamonds. These were taken on a sweltering 97-degree New York City day. Because of the extreme heat, one of the dancers was only able to pose with his knee on the ground for a few seconds before feeling the burn of the pavement (now that’s what i call tenacity!). Enjoi

Diamond: Devin Alberda (left); and Diamond: Russell Janzen (right)

Ruby: Ralph Ippolito
Diamonds and Rubies
Choreography by George Balanchine © The George Balanchine Trust



Rob
Awesome photos as always Justin, keep them coming! And props to Devin for braving the hot roof.
Jun 07, 2008 @ 23:11
Jennifer
These are great pictures, as always! Thanks for sharing them with us, and please keep them coming!
Jun 07, 2008 @ 23:59
Amy
How about some night-time shots? Would like to see the skyline glittering along with the dancers…
Jun 08, 2008 @ 00:59
Laura
Love the photos; thanks so much for posting them Justin! We want more more more!
Jun 08, 2008 @ 16:22
SanderO
The dancers are equisite, the architecture is mundane - what a contract of aesthetics!
Jun 09, 2008 @ 02:02
sasha
they look amazing! thanks for sharing! the quality of Polaroid film is really nice, looks great with your subject matter too!
Jun 10, 2008 @ 15:44
Sandi
Great pictures! What fun. My friend and I saw the Sat eve performance of Jewels and wanted to let you all know how magical and wonderful it was. I smiled from ear to ear the whole time.
merde.
Jun 12, 2008 @ 04:26