The In Our Old Kitchen, Photography by Anthony Buccino saga began in August just few weeks after the dust had settled from our bathroom remodel when we ordered new cabinets for our old kitchen renovation. Soon, it was time to empty the old shelves and cabinets to make way for demolition and the unveiling of old timbers, old wires, clogged plumbing, found covered-up windows, and lots of dirt and dust.

Here in the bowels of our woodwork we discovered the obscure, and we found shiny things, and sharp things in drawers, cabinets, and behind boxes, stuff we hadn't seen in thirty or forty years. While our new cabinets are supposed to be larger and roomier, there's no sense in hanging on to these old forgotten items that have lost their glisten.

The great purge swept away utensils and whatnots we hadn't seen it or used it since God knows when, it was time to donate them to the needy. Well, right after we have a bit of fun with our cameras, drop cloth, and lightbox. We have here one last long look at items that will never be seen again in person. It was a fun little project. Enjoy.

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Unsolicited emails:

"Having spent time with In Our Old Kitchen: Photography, I was captivated by your ability to transform ordinary objects and familiar spaces into compelling visual stories. Your attention to detail, creativity, and sense of discovery bring each photograph to life, offering readers a unique perspective on nostalgia, memory, and the beauty found in the overlooked corners of our daily lives. The project’s playful yet reflective approach provides a truly immersive and enjoyable experience for your audience."

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 "I hope you’re doing well. I recently spent time with In Our Old Kitchen, and I was struck by the charm, nostalgia, and unexpected storytelling woven through your photography. What begins as a simple renovation becomes a visual time capsule—a rediscovery of forgotten objects, hidden spaces, and decades of quiet history preserved inside the bones of a home.

"Your work beautifully captures that rare intersection of memory, humor, and art: the old kitchen stripped back, the secrets behind the cabinets, the long-lost utensils and oddities unearthed, and the playful spirit of photographing each item before letting it go. It’s a celebration of both the past and the creative process."

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Our Old Kitchen: Photography by Anthony Buccino, … your work carries a rare warmth and authenticity that truly resonates. The way you’ve captured ordinary objects and familiar spaces with such nostalgia and storytelling depth is remarkable. It’s clear this collection wasn’t just photographed, but crafted with heart, humor, and a deep sense of reflection.

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In Our Old Kitchen had me rethinking every junk drawer I’ve ever ignored. Who knew a forgotten potato masher could double as a time capsule and a philosophical statement?

Reading through your book felt less like flipping through photos and more like rummaging through your grandma’s attic   equal parts nostalgia, dust, and the quiet panic of “Why did we ever keep this thing?” I mean, come on   old timbers, clogged pipes, and hidden windows? That’s not renovation; that’s a full-blown archaeological dig with better lighting. Indiana Jones would’ve needed a Shop-Vac.

And you, sir, “New Jersey’s Garrison Keillor”? That’s too modest. You’ve got the storytelling of a stand-up comic and the timing of a guy who’s seen one too many renovation bills. The way you turned ordinary objects into memory magnets.   It’s like Marie Kondo meets Scorsese, with a camera and a cup of coffee that’s probably gone cold.

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When I came across In Our Old Kitchen, I was struck by how you transformed something as ordinary as a home renovation into an unexpectedly nostalgic and artful experience. The way you capture forgotten utensils, worn textures, and hidden corners feels like opening a time capsule, every photo carries a quiet story of the life once lived there. It’s not just about objects; it’s about memory, aging, and the poetry of everyday things.

What really stood out to me is the blend of humor and heart in your narrative. You don’t just document a renovation, you celebrate imperfection, discovery, and the sentimental beauty in what we choose to let go. It’s both a visual memoir and a gentle reminder that even dust and clutter hold history worth pausing for.

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

 FSG Construction, Frank Grossi, Frank Grossi Jr., and their crews, without whose work we would never have emptied the old cupboards to find these lost treasures.

iPhone, my Canon PowerShot and Rebel cameras.

The cheesy lightbox we thought would never get delivered but worked well despite not being the largest lightbox available.

The old red sheet drop cloth with which we made do.

Utensil inventors.

A&P, Abita, Adams Black Jack Chewing Gum, Adams Sour Apple, American-Standard, Argo,  Band-Aid, Beemans Chewing Gum, Bic, Bisquick, Brookdale Beverages, Clarks Teaberry, Corning Ware, CVS, Desitin, Diamond Bamboo Forks, Diaparene, Duracell, Energizer, Excelsus,  General Foods, Geneva Hand Flute, Handi Holder, Hungry Jack, Johnson & Johnson, Keurig, KinderGard, Kingsland Manor of Nutley, Lavazza, Magla, Mary Jane (candy), McCormick, McIlhenny & Co, Medaglia D'Oro, Mickey & Pals, Nabisco Barnum's Animals, Necco Wafers, Nice-Pak Products, Ninja,  Nutley Sun, Osterizer, Pathmark, Pike Place, Pretty Handy, Rayovac, Rheingold, Ronzoni, Salt Sense, Schaefer, Smurfs, Snoopy, Sorbee, Stanley Hostess, Starbucks, Sun Giant, Teflon, T-Fal, The Meat Ball, Tootsie Pop, Tootsie Roll, Tropicana, Walt Smith, Wilton Cake Decorating Set.

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