Top Locations To Shoot Photos In New York City, Pt. 2
Welcome to part two of an ongoing series where I lay out some of the top locations to shoot photography or cinematography in the city, that is New York City. Once again, as a disclaimer I’d like to express that this is NOT your average list. So if you like to keep some extra green in your wallet and avoid the massive crowds while exploring New York City, stick around. And in case you missed part one, follow this link here.
Devoción, Brooklyn
New York coffee is serious business and Brooklyn is home to arguably some of the best coffeeshops in the world. Devoción Brooklyn is an example where excellent coffee meets brilliant design. Drop in to get some work done, to meet with clients, or chill with friends.
Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Sometimes considered the better alternative to Central Park, this park is the perfect escape into a convenient wilderness. It’s also the only place I know of where you can go horseback riding in the city. Look for the secret waterfall and get lost on the hiking trails. The further you go in the park, the more you’ll notice how the sights and sounds of the city disappear as you are transported into a tranquil environment designed to replicate the wild outdoors of Upstate New York.
Bushwick, Brooklyn
In August 2014, 5 Pointz, New York City’s premier outdoor art exhibit space for graffiti was permanently shut down and demolished. The Bushwick Collective, a graffiti and street art project has assuredly stepped up to help fill the void. Take the L train to Morgan Ave, walk down Morgan Ave towards Grand Street, pass the train tracks, and you’ll discover an endless maze of streets intricately detailed with huge graffiti murals and street art. Also, keep your eye out for the secret cat hotel.
Boat Basin Café, Manhattan
No, this is not a shot of King’s Landing depicted in some exotic country from the popular HBO PR show, Game of Thrones. This is right here in New York City, nestled at the entrance of Riverside Park on the Upper West Side.
Tribeca, Manhattan
No other neighborhood depicts old, industrial New York better than Tribeca. The cobblestone streets, the textile buildings, and the wide alleys exhibit a time back when New York was tough and gritty. If you love SoHo but hate the crowds, just go south of Canal Street to Tribeca.
DUMBO, Brooklyn
Speaking of cobblestone and industrial New York, if you love Tribeca but can’t stand snobby people, go Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass.
The High Line, Manhattan
This park first opened in 2009 and has only gotten better since. Now you can start from 34th street and find yourself on the other end, down in the Meatpacking District. There are several shot-worthy attractions along the way, my favorite is the urban theatre on 17th Street which opens up to a unique view of Tenth Avenue.
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