Kings County Asylum

katscanphoto

Show me anything abandoned and I want to get in there and shoot. But my absolute favorite place to shoot is Kings Park Psychiatric Center (Formerly known as Kings County Asylum for the Insane)

It started in the 1800's as a "Farm for the Insane". The thought was to send "mentally ill" people to the country from New York City proper. I saw that with air quotes because by today's standards many of the people were not what you'd consider mentally ill (at least not to the point of requiring hospitalization)
2 of the main wards burned down in the early 1900's and new wards and buildings were put up over time. The newest building is the hospital, built in the 70's. Almost the entire facility was abandoned in 1997. One building is still in use for patients, and a couple others used by the parks department. A few minor structures and a few that are in danger of collapse are slated for demo starting in a few months.

...and I'll continue to shoot there till they all fall.

"Lights Out"


"121 Soiled"


"if you'd like to make a call...."


"Vertigo 3"


"Martha Stewart Armageddon"

windoze

Love them all! You have a good eye....

windoze

YoungNomad

I love number one - fantastic use of light - really stands out.

Good work!

dave6253

Spooky place. Very nice series. I really like the perspective and processing of "Vertigo 3".

CatOne

Nice eye. I really like the way you've put a clear focus on each photo. And you really get a feel for the place: Abandoned and neglected.

The temptation to reach out and flip one of those 4 light switches in the first photo is strong. VERY strong

katscanphoto

Thanks all! I'm glad to hear that emotions are invoked when you look at the photos. Always nice to have that validation from someone other then yourself.

Doug Solis

Excellent work. You do have a great eye for details.

Arvan

Very nice set of photographs! Abandoned buildings is a very interesting subject!

jasonstone

I agree - excellent images! I also wanted to flick the switches

redleash

Outstanding! It is very moving to see abandoned places and to wonder what they were like when alive with people; as a mental facility, this one is especially moving. I like all the shots but I think #1 is the best. It really sets the stage for a visit to this abandoned place. I hope you will post more!

Lauren

katscanphoto

Thanks all for the vote of confidence!

kdog

Great series of an interesting but creepy place. Good exposures and processing. Looking forward to seeing more of your work.

Bryans12v

Great eye!!