The photographs koitz presents in this book come from his work in both Cherry Grove and the Pines, where for years he has documented local events, big and small, such as the Miss Fire Island Pageant and the Invasion of the Pines.
In addition to this public aspect, his friendships in both communities have given him exceptional access to capture private moments that define, always in koitz's revealing and highly individual perspective, the singular atmosphere found only in Cherry Grove and Fire Island Pines.
Elizabeth Avedon, photography book and exhibition designer, independent curator and writer, included "koitz Gay Fire Island" in her list of BEST PHOTOGRAPHY BOOKS OF 2020.
"Photographer Captures LGBTQ Fire Island Life in Vibrant New Exhibit"
Read the full article in GAYCATION MAGAZINE.
"koitz is a master technician - like a symphony composer he works waves of light, shadow and color in ways that is sure to touch all audiences."
Read the full article in the FIRE ISLAND NEWS.
