Came out of a job in Montana last week, Big Sky Country, and returned to NYC to teach two workshops in the concrete jungle. No big skies in the city, just big buildings, all comprised of unfeeling steel and glass.
Wouldn’t think the pic above would be, well, available in the Big Apple. But, waiting for my Nat Geo Expeditions group to show up at Bethesda Fountain, I turned and saw a sprinkler, spraying into backlit trees. I’ve been to the Redwoods a couple of times (thank you Moose!) and this came damn close. Okay, I exaggerate. Those trees are bigger. But such a sylvan scene, in the heart of the city? Made me smile.
And of course, this was just after teaching for Nikon School, which worked to create a truly special photographic opportunity on Ellis Island for a small, lucky group. The Save Ellis Island foundation, working hard to preserve the essence of that historically significant portal to the new world in the NY harbor, gave us access to the old hospital wing of the island, abandoned since the 50’s.
Another quietly beautiful, evocative place, within the bustling, tumultuous borders of the city.
Ellis is a truly haunting place, filled with memories. The abandoned rooms stand as testament to the bravery, fortitude and daring of all those who came, seeking freedom, and a new world.
Quiet beauty, right in the hustle of the city.
For the technically minded, all of the above made with the Nikon D500 camera, sporting the 16-80 DX lens. It has become my carry around, photo walkabout mainstay.
More tk….
thanx. great shots, so sorry i missed it!
Wish I could have been at Ellis with you. My grandmother came through there in 1913, age 16 from Poland.
Joe, this was a great experience with you these last few days in NYC. Hope to catch up next year in Italy. Big hugs!
Had a tough decision with this one: Ellis Island now or your workshop in New York in May. The workshop won out, but I think I’ll always see this as a missed opportunity. What a place for photography!
Simply wonderful! I am looking forward to your next visit to Texas! I would love to hear your thoughts and see your work with the new 105mm f/1.4.
A tourist in your own city. Fantastic.
Great examples
Gorgeous lighting.
Creative Shot always sound focus in exact audiance. I really Love your Photography and every single moment.
Another example of good, substantial photography.
Great photos. I especially love the last one.
Really great photos, I learn a lot from you!
I really Love your Photography and every single moment.