Even though it’s officially spring as of March 20, it’s not really spring until the cherry blossoms start blooming in NYC. New York City in spring is absolutely magical! With the warmer weather comes an extra pep in your step. Seeing cherry blossoms in NYC in particular is a major draw for both locals and […]

When I tell you I was stunned when I stepped foot at 11 Hoyt Brooklyn, that’s an understatement. In August, I joined a group of invited photographers to an influencer event in Downtown Brooklyn that was hosted by Optimist Consulting and Corcoran Sunshine, part of the Corcoran Group. They have some of the most beautiful […]

Following the completion of construction at 368 Third Avenue, I was invited to Vu New York to photograph the property, amenities and view. Coming back to this neighborhood was a literal walk down memory lane since it’s a few blocks away from where I went to college. The transformation of the area is absolutely astonishing, […]

Over the years, you might’ve seen epic pictures on social media of the sun perfectly centered between New York City buildings. This phenomenon is called Manhattanhenge, it’s when the setting sun aligns precisely with the city’s street grid, creating a radiant glow through the city’s skyscrapers. As a New York City photographer, this is one […]

It’s not an argument that Brooklyn has some of the best views of the NYC skyline. It has its own culture and character beyond just DUMBO or Williamsburg. As the second-largest borough, there’s so much to see and do. For example, I saw some of the most epic Halloween decorations in Dyker Heights and Prospect […]

Did you know the largest U-pick tulip farm in the country is next door to NYC in New Jersey? If you didn’t, now you do! With over 8 million tulips, Holland Ridge Farms quite literally puts the ‘garden’ in the Garden State. Located about 90 minutes outside of NYC in the town of Cream Ridge, […]

I went out to photograph street style during my first-ever New York Fashion Week! It’s funny, going to school and being in the city for over ten years now, I was always aware of NYFW since NYC is a fashion capital but never thought twice about it. I have passed by the venues without a […]

As a professional New York City photographer who’s shot a ton in Central Park, I’ve spent hundreds of hours scouting the park for the perfect photo spot. It’s one of the world’s most renowned urban oases, but most tourists stick to the same five spots south of 72nd Street, even though Central Park extends all […]

There are so many great photo spots in the city all year round, but Christmas lights in NYC are an extra special experience! The holiday season kicks off immediately at midnight on November 1, right after Halloween, as people are just raring to go. The annual Thanksgiving Parade in late November marks the peak holiday season, […]

Looking for the best hotel to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC? The Mandarin Oriental New York offers unmatched views of the parade from its high-rise rooms and suites. It’s perfect for those who want a warm, luxurious, and crowd-free experience. Even though I had lived just outside NYC in New Jersey during […]