Hi, I'm new to this site.  It's really great.  I'm looking for some pictures, preferably black and white, of architectural/historical interest of Cleveland for my brother's restaurant.  His restaurant is Sean's Place at 11100 Clifton Blvd.  It used to be his coffee shop, Metro Joe's.  Sean passed away in October and my parents have taken over the restaurant in his memory.  Part of the proceeds from the restaurant are going to the Hospice of the Western Reserve who took such great care of our Sean in his last days.  Also part of the funds are going to the Ryan White foundation through the AIDS task force.  Our Sean was only 36.  He loved black and white photography and used to have it displayed in his shop on Clifton and on Bridge Street in Ohio City.  My parents are totally cool with any photographer wanting to display their photos in the restaurant.  My email is [email protected] if anyone is interested.  Thanks, Mary

Mary, welcome to the forum and please accept my condolences. I had the privilege of meeting Sean a few times while Metro Joe's was open and he was always so gracious, kind and welcoming. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing, but kudos to your folks for taking over the business and contributing to the Hospice.

 

I might be able to supply some photos for you and I'll also contact other photographers and let them know about your request.

 

Thank you again, welcome to the forum and all the best. :-)

 

 

Hi there! If you are interested in any additional B&W photo's of architecture in Cleveland, let me know, that is my specialty! I am going to have some work on display in the WHD in the next 2 weeks, so when it is up, you can wander down and see it and decide for yourself! :D

MayDay, thanks for the condolences.  Sean was a wonderful person.  Had his faults but you couldn't ask for a better brother or friend. 

 

Bizbiz, I'd be really interested in that.  Please let me know when and where.  Thanks so much.

Mary Donovan Springowski

The pictures are on their way, I hope you enjoy.