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There are more than three dozen species in the family Paradisaeidae, more commonly known as the birds of paradise. Most are distinguished by striking colors and bright plumage of yellow, blue, scarlet, and green. These colors distinguish them as some of the world’s most dramatic and attractive birds. Males often sport vibrant feathered ruffs or amazingly elongated feathers, which are known as wires or streamers. Some species have enormous head plumes or other distinctive ornaments, such as breast shields or head fans.
Males put their bright colors and unusual ornaments to good use when they display for females. Their elaborate dances, poses, and other rituals accentuate their appearance and put on a phenomenal show for both female birds and any humans lucky enough to be in the vicinity. Such displays can last for hours, and in many species they consume a significant part of the male’s time.
Photographer: Chiara Predebon | Model: Ilaria Pozzi | Clothes: American Apparel
Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre - Theaters, 2005-13
- RKO Keith’s Theatre, Richmond Hill, New York
- Paramount Theatre, New York
- Central Park Theatre, Chicago
- Theatre Kenosha, Kenosha
- Pantheon Theatre, Vincennes
- Proctor’s Theatre, New York
- Casino Theatre, New York
In the early 20th century, following the development of the entertainment industry, hundreds of theatres were built across North America. Major entertainment firms and movie studios commissioned Specialized architects to build grandiose and extravagant auditoriums. From the 60’s, TV, multiplexes and urban crisis made them obsolete. During the Following decades, many of these theatres closed or were simply demolished. Some that remain have been converted to serve varied purposes. Many are reused as churches, retail space, flea markets, bingo halls, discos, supermarkets or warehouses. Others just sit abandoned.
