A collection of striking black-and-white photographs capturing the eerie beauty of abandoned swimming holes in New York’s Catskill Mountains has been immortalized in a new exhibition and accompanying book. The images, taken by Stephen DiRado, depict the haunting yet serene landscapes of Bell Pond, a series of forgotten pools that once served as popular summer destinations. The show and publication highlight the intersection of nature’s resilience and the passage of time, offering a visual meditation on decay and forgotten history. Curated by Clark University, the project invites viewers to reflect on how places transform when left behind by human activity.
Stephen DiRado’s Bell Pond photos are subject of NYC show, new book Clark University
