Can't remember a photographer's name

[JeremyLee]

I've been away from photography for several years and and now getting back into it. I'm trying to remember the name of a photographer who was known as a living legend at the time I was really into photography. He lives or lived in New York City and gave workshops at his home which was also his studio, which was in a historic building/landmark. Not sure if he's still alive, but I very much wanted to study with him and can't believe his name escapes me. Google searches and looking over lists have been fruitless. I know this isn't much information, but any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[Rick50]

And the year was?

 

[480sparky]

What style of photography? Portraiture? Landscape? Architecture? Street photography? Journalism?

 

[Derrel]

Pretty sure you mean Jay Maisel. He's been one of my favorites since I was a kid.

 

[otherprof]

Pretty sure you mean Jay Maisel. He's been one of my favorites since I was a kid.

Jay Maisel is a founding member of The New York Photo Salon. They meet once a month at the School of Visual Arts, and a few photographers present their work at each meeting. Attendance is free, and open to anyone. I've seen Jay present there a couple of times.

 

[JeremyLee]

Yes! Jay Maisel. Cannot believe I forgot that. I don't suppose he still does workshops. 2011 was the last time I really spent much time with a camera. I recently got married and my wife has been going through some of my old photographs and is wanting to learn. I still remember how to use my camera, but that's about all I remember. Thanks for the help guys, it was just really bugging me last night and not being able to find an answer is just too much for me.