Brooklyn-based photographer Dave Krugman has spent the past five years documenting windows throughout New York City at night, capturing illuminated glimpses into private lives. His series 'WINDOWS' arranges these images into randomized grids, creating a collective portrait of the city that emphasizes patterns, light, and the small details visible from the street—such as cat beds, curtains, and holiday decorations. Krugman is currently organizing a two-phase release of the project, including a digital art sale with Transient Labs and a physical print sale.
The series matters because it reframes urban isolation as a source of connection, leaning into the concept of 'sonder'—the awareness of the complexity of others' lives. By sequencing individual windows into grids, Krugman transforms solitary observations into a meditation on community and shared humanity, reminding viewers that even in a dense metropolis, patterns of similarity can overcome feelings of loneliness. The project also bridges traditional photography with digital art sales, reflecting contemporary trends in how photographers distribute and monetize their work.