Biography on george kalinsky
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George Kalinsky
American photographer (1936–2025)
George Kalinsky (April 14, 1936 – January 16, 2025) was an American photographer. He was the official photographer for Madison Square Garden from 1966 until his death and served as the official photographer at Radio City Music Hall. In November 2010, the National Arts Club awarded him their Medal of Honor for Photography.[1]
Life and career
[edit]Kalinsky was born in Hempstead, New York, on April 14, 1936, the son of Fay (Rosen) and Samuel Kalinsky, a retailer.[2]
Kalinsky's photos were featured in multiple publications, including Sports Illustrated, People, Newsweek, and The New York Times. He authored ten books.
In May 2009, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame opened an exhibit dedicated to Kalinsky photographs of Madison Square Garden's most popular concerts.[3] Many of these photographs are now part of the museum's permanent collection.
From the year 2010, the New York Mets, for who
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Kalinsky, George 1936-
PERSONAL: Born April 14, 1936, in Hempstead, NY; son of Samuel (a retailer) and Fay (Rosen) Kalinsky; married Ellen Wexelblatt, January 23, 1960; children: Lee, Rachelle. Education: Pratt Institute, B.A., 1958. Religion: Jewish.
ADDRESSES: Home—Richards Rd., Port Washington, fräsch 11050. Office—Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, fräsch 10001. E-mail—[email protected].
CAREER: Worked as an art director specializing in industrial design; owner of furniture store, 1960; photojournalist, 1965—; Madison Square Garden, New York, fräsch, art director and photographer, 1968—; Major League Graphics (design firm), president. tjänsteman photographer for the Alvin Ailey Dance Company, the U. S. Senior Open Gold Championship, numerous World Series and Super Bowls. Special photographer to the New York Mets and New York Jets.
AWARDS, HONORS: Named Photographer of the Year, Photography Manufacturers and Distributors Association, 2001; named Ma