Booking a hotel in New York City isn’t cheap. I often get asked for budget-friendly hotels right on Fifth Avenue or overlooking Central Park, but that’s just not realistic unless you’re ready to splurge. The beauty of New York City is that you don’t have to stay in Midtown to get great views or access […]

New York City, Travel, US Travel

August 7, 2025

Where to Stay in NYC: Luxury to Mid-Range Hotels

The Ludlow Hotel is a recommended hotel in this NYC hotel guide for every budget.

Photographers love control. Clean frames. Isolated subjects. Perfect moments. But what if the chaos in your scene, with people and traffic, could be your most creative asset? Lately, I’ve been leaning into using slow shutter effect when I capture both photo and video because it makes a scene more dynamic. If you’ve ever confused slow […]

Photography Tips

July 23, 2025

A Photographer’s Guide to Motion Blur Using Slow Shutter Effect

G train captured with slow shutter effect at Smith-9th Sts. in Gowanus.

When people imagine the life of a NYC brand photographer, they picture glamorous shoots, iconic backdrops, and fast-paced campaigns. But behind the polished images is a lot of prep work, post-processing, and creative problem-solving. In this post, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what a 3-day photo assignment in New York City looks like. […]

Entrepreneurship, Event Photography

July 8, 2025

Behind the Scenes: NYC Brand Photography During July 4th

NYC Brand Photographer documenting July 4th in the New York Stock Exchange.

Tony Award nominee Melissa Errico brought her 10th year of Sondheim performances to 54 Below with a sold-out cabaret show over the weekend that showcased why she’s become synonymous with the late composer’s work. The Broadway veteran, known for roles in My Fair Lady, Les Misérables, and Dracula, performed alongside jazz luminary Bruce Harris on […]

Concert Photography

June 25, 2025

Melissa Errico’s Decade Long Sondheim Performance at 54 Below

If you’ve been searching for a fine dining experience in New York City, let me introduce you to Jungsik, a 3-Michelin-starred restaurant tucked into a sleek, understated space in Tribeca. This modern Korean restaurant offers a signature tasting menu for $325 per person, with wine pairings available from $200-500. Having recently dined here myself, I […]

New York City, Travel, US Travel

June 24, 2025

What It’s Really Like to Experience Jungsik New York

Not to be dramatic, but I may have ruined my skin getting five cosmetic procedures in one day during my first experience with beauty tourism in Korea. Six months later, I’m finally sharing the full, unfiltered update, including what actually worked, what flopped hard, and the things I wish I had known before booking that […]

Asia Travel, Korea, Travel

June 16, 2025

6 Month Update Experiencing Beauty Tourism in Korea

Thursday night in Bushwick felt electric as word spread through the city’s underground music channels: Sam Gellaitry’s intimate pop-up set was hosted by Renegade on a rooftop with the Manhattan skyline glittering in the background. The weather was the perfect summer temp, warm but not sweltering, setting the stage for the free RSVP show that […]

Concert Photography, Event Photography

June 13, 2025

Sam Gellaitry’s Brooklyn Pop Up Set Delivers Summer Rooftop Vibes

Motion blur of Sam Gellaitry Brooklyn Pop Up Set.

Fireworks are beautiful in person but notoriously difficult to capture on a smartphone. If you’ve ever tried and ended up with a blurry photo, you’re not alone. The good news is your phone has features that can capture them, if you know how to use them. I’ve also written about how to shoot fireworks with […]

Photography Tips

June 9, 2025

Here’s Two Ways to Take Fireworks Photos on Your Phone

Fireworks photo taken with Google Pixel Long Exposure.

On June 5th, WhyHunger, a global nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger and advancing the human right to nutritious food, celebrated its 50th anniversary at its Annual Chapin Awards Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall, raising over $600,000 to end hunger and the injustice at its root. The event honored GRAMMY Award-winning […]

Agency Events

June 6, 2025

WhyHunger’s 50th Anniversary Gala Raises Over $600K at Lincoln Center

If you’re planning a trip to San Juan and looking for a hotel that blends history, beachside relaxation, and proximity to San Juan’s cultural highlights, the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is a renowned beachfront property in Puerto Rico that blends historical charm with resort-style amenities. Situated on Isla Verde Beach, it offers guests a […]

Caribbean Travel, Travel, US Travel

June 3, 2025

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel Review: Worth Staying?

Exterior of Fairmont El San Juan with a pink sunset.