NYPD in Conversation

A police officer listens. A protester explains. For a moment, the machinery of enforcement pauses — and two people talk.

The NYPD's role at Occupy Wall Street was defined by systematic surveillance, coordinated raids, and documented use of force — actions that drew national scrutiny and legal challenges. But within that larger story were smaller ones: pockets of dialogue, moments of unexpected consideration at the human level. This image captures one of them.

Part of the OWS on Wood series — street photography from the Occupy Wall Street protests in New York City, printed directly on birch wood. The medium mirrors the movement: raw, unfinished, built by hand. The natural grain of the wood runs through the image, making every print a singular object.

Here's what you're getting: Direct Print on Birch Wood

• The Wood Becomes Part of the Art: We use a special printing process that allows the natural wood grain of the single Birch layer to show through. This gives your image a unique, rustic texture that you can actually see and feel.
• Truly One-of-a-Kind: Because no two pieces of wood are the same, each print is unique. The natural patterns of the birch make your art feel alive and personal.
• Built to Last: These prints use layered wood to ensure they stay perfectly flat and durable for years to come.
• Ready to Hang: No framing required. Each print comes with built-in slots on the back, so you can mount it flush against your wall the moment it arrives.