Smokin’ Hot in Tribeca

The Photograph That Lingers There’s something hauntingly beautiful about Smokin’ Hot Kiss. It isn’t just two people lost in a moment; it’s the electricity of a crowd, the hum of rebellion, the romance of a summer that changed everything. Looking at it, I feel the way I imagine the crowd at Woodstock felt—hopeful, untamed, and a little reckless.

In today’s world of carefully curated feeds and filters, Sichel’s photograph hits differently. It reminds us of what it means to be authentic, to grab life by the shoulders and kiss it back. That’s the kind of reminder we could all use right now.  

Roger Sichel: Always Evolving
What I admire most about Sichel is his refusal to stand still. Sure, he gave us that kiss—immortal and iconic—but his career has been a constant journey of reinvention. He’s painted, experimented with mixed media, collaborated with giants like Picasso, Warhol, and Dalí, and even dove headfirst into technology. (Fun fact: in the ’90s and 2000s, he helped produce and license Autocorrect—the very function that frustrates and saves us all daily.) 

There’s a curiosity in Sichel’s work that feels contagious. His Marilyn Monroe series, reimagined with psychedelic filters, and his bold political digital pieces show a man who isn’t afraid to keep asking questions—or to embrace the answers in vibrant, unapologetic color.

A Night In Tribeca
On September 25th, One Art Space throws open its doors for a VIP reception to launch the exhibition. Picture this: champagne flutes clinking, soft laughter spilling out into the cobblestone streets, and the glow of Sichel’s work radiating through the gallery’s glass façade. That’s New York magic—when history, art, and community collide in a single room.

And One Art Space is the perfect backdrop. For years, the gallery has balanced emerging voices with the giants of the art world. It’s the kind of place where you might stumble upon a Shepard Fairey or a Purvis Young while also discovering tomorrow’s icon. Sichel belongs in that mix—part living legend, part restless innovator. 

Why It Feels Personal
Writing about Sichel, I can’t help but reflect on my own love affair with this city and its ever-changing culture. Like Sichel, New York never stops evolving. One decade it’s the smoky underground clubs, the next it’s tech startups and digital art fairs. But the heartbeat remains the same: passion, reinvention, and the courage to try something new. 

Smokin’ Hot Kiss isn’t just about Woodstock. It’s about every moment when you’ve let go, trusted your instincts, and chosen connection over caution. It’s about being alive in a way that feels bigger than yourself. And that’s why this exhibition resonates so deeply now, in a world that can feel fractured and distant. 

A Kiss For Today
When I walk into Iconic Smokin’ Hot Kiss, I know I’ll feel that pull—the tug of nostalgia balanced by the thrill of something fresh. That’s the beauty of Sichel: he reminds us that the past isn’t a place we visit; it’s something we carry, something we reinterpret with every step forward. 

For me, this show is more than an exhibition. It’s a celebration of art’s power to keep us honest, to keep us bold, and to remind us that even in the chaos of history—or the chaos of today—there’s always room for one more kiss.