Original Johnny Donnels B/W Signed Photograph “Once Upon A Time”
Title: Once Upon a TimeMedium: Black and white photographSignature: Hand-signed in pencil on the mat (lower right), titled (lower left)Framing: Professionally matted and framed under glassSize: Approx. [Insert actual frame size here, e.g., 16 x 20]This is an original black-and-white photographic print by celebrated New Orleans photographer Johnny Donnels, titled “Once Upon a Time.” Known for his rich documentation of life in the French Quarter, Donnels captured everyday subjects with a timeless eye for detail and emotion.Donnels lived and worked in the French Quarter for over 50 years and was a contemporary of Tennessee Williams. His work has been exhibited at the Kennedy Center, Harvard University, the New Orleans Museum of Art, and the Historic New Orleans Collection.This signed print showcases his ability to find narrative and depth in simple compositions — in this case, two worn, empty chairs that suggest memory, stillness, and story. A charming and nostalgic pi