Manhattan Sunset Bird (New York)
New York is only a 6-hour drive from Montreal and when I feel I need extra inspiration for my photography I simply drive down south for a day or two. I took this photo last summer in New York when I stayed not far from Staten Island. Staten Island is not exactly a spectacular location with regards to photography, but it gives you the unique opportunity to use Staten Island Ferry when visiting Manhattan. During my short stay, I…
Manhattan’s Tilted View (New York)
I know that some photographers try to avoid well known and recognizable places when they travel as they are always in search of new and unique spots. I have a different approach when visiting iconic locations. I treat them as a personal challenge and, instead, work hard trying to make my photos unique. Sometimes it works, sometimes it does not; but, I always have fun trying. That was the exact challenge I faced while visiting Rockefeller Center…
Photo Location Guide: An Unconventional Way to Photograph New York
Living in Eastern Canada (Montreal) near the US border has a big advantage for any travel photographer or photo enthusiast; it puts you within driving distance of two beautiful and extremely photogenic cities; Boston, and New York I have a tradition where I visit New York at least once a year. Even if I have happened to visit during my business trips, I still try to find time to return on my own. Since I am not…
New York City – the Best Spot to Photograph Panoramas of Manhattan
I have to start by saying that I love New York. It’s probably the most rewarding place for any travel photographer or any photo enthusiast because there’s something interesting around every corner. It’s a rare place where you can walk around aimlessly without any plans for what to photograph and still be rewarded with endless photo opportunities. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of visiting and photographing New York on many occasions. Here are some favorite…
Photographing New York from the River
In my previous Photo Location Guide articles on the exploration of New York as a travel photographer, I have shared my favorite ways to photograph the stunning panoramic views of Manhattan from Hamilton Park, New Jersey, and unveiled my hack on how to photograph the city from a very unconventional perspective; the top deck of the tour bus. New York is a very rewarding location for any photographer, and by walking along the streets of the city…
The Best Spot for Photographing New York City from Above
It was the middle of August and probably the hottest weekend of the year in New York. With temperatures way above 30 degrees and the humidity close to 100%, it felt like walking on a frying pan. Of course, that was the week we picked for our first non-work related visit to New York. It was afternoon, and we were slowly navigating our way from Greenwich Village to Midtown, with our final destination being the Empire State…