It is with deepest sadness
that we report Michael Prince, renowned
scene photographer passed away suddenly February
4, 2005. Michael is best known for his photo shoots of
Mistresses and fetish scenes at the most prestegious
houses in New York City. He had also
taken many photos throughout the community, including
many of the S/M Clubs and venues in New York.
Michael was a long time activist in the Community. He also
gave generously in donating his time and talents to
Mother's March Against Aids and other organizations.
We will miss you
Michael.
Love, Gail & Lenny
Waller
IN MEMORIAM
MICHAEL PRINCE March 1946-February 4, 2005
Memorial
Services for Michael Prince, were held Sunday
February 13th, 2005 from 6:00PM – 9:00PM AT:"OPALINE"
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85 Avenue A @ 6th Street. NYC, NY.
Michael Prince, Friend, Community Activist, dedicated Scene
historian photographer, and a true gentleman.
Michael you entered into many of our lives around 1993, with
a curiosity about the scene & its members. We met you while
you were looking for your particular nitch. You brought into
our world a unique loving gruffness that poured into love &
dedication. You were always there; to listen to someone's problems,
help them if you could, many times at your own expense or loss
of time from business. You always had a kind, loving thought,
or comment. But spoke your mind & held to your beliefs.
Your talents as a player grew, from novice to experience. You
cared & shared. Your Expertise in photography brought joy
to countless people in our community worldwide. Whether it was
a Photo shoot, with some of the most renowned Mistress's, Masters,
& Slaves. Or shooting film for Countless Charities, &
Organizations, & events; you always looked at helping, documenting
the event. There were any times you gave your services for free
or at a loss of income & time to you. I'll always remember
When you approached me, & offered your services to Mothers
March Against aids NYC. You photographed our events, & brought
new life into them. Lives not seen by outsiders until your pictures
were published nationally. You were a friend. You called to
see how I was doing many times. When HellFire Closed You checked
on all of us, offered your time & help in any way shape
or form. I will always treasure the photo's you took. But most
important I will treasure being able to have had you as a friend.
You were truly a man Amongst Men.
If you'd like your thoughts added to this memorial please email them us.
Mother's March Against Aids website also has a Memorial Book.
Tributes to Michael are welcome.
Click the camera to view Michael's online gallery.
Michael gave most of the proceeds from his photography
to the causes he believed in,
especially Mother's March Against Aids NYC.
