A Long Way From Tribeca: Ladies in Paris

A few captures while in Paris...... 

A Few Blocks Away in Chinatown

Chinatown and Columbus Park continue to fascinate me. I love watching the residents interact with each other, especially when they're playing their games. Here are a couple from a recent visit there.

People on Phones

The fascination continues......

Girl on Broadway

ISO 400 50mm f/7.1 1/250sec

Girl on Reade

ISO 500 50mm f/6.3 1/160sec

Man on Subway Platform

ISO 800 50mm f/4.5 1/40sec

People and Phones

Did you ever notice that most people are on their phones while walking around the city. I've always noticed this phenomenon, but it's become even more apparent since I've taken up photography. It's almost comical!

 ISO 640, 50mm, f/6.3, 1/640 sec

 ISO 1000, 50mm, f/3.5, 1/80 sec

 ISO 640, 50mm, f/8.0, 1/250 sec

 ISO 1250, 50mm, f/3.2, 1/250 sec

 ISO 640, 50mm, f/8.0, 1/200 sec

  ISO 640, 50mm, f/8.0, 1/200 sec

 ISO 800, 50mm, f/6.3, 1/250 sec

Everyday Moments: Reflections

This month for our "everyday moments" photo circle we focused on "reflections". We can find reflections everywhere in our environment such as, in a puddle, a glass building's facade, or even someone's sunglasses. I have chosen a photo that subtly displays reflections of hands resting on the black surface shown. A second reason for choosing this photo is the emotion I feel when looking at it. It was taken at the National September 11 Memorial reflecting pools. As I look at this photo of hands resting on the black stone inscribed with those that lost their lives on September 11, I can't help but think about what each individual is thinking about or "reflecting" on.

Please take a moment to see what my friend and fellow photographer, Katherine has captured this month. Thanks for taking the time to look. Comments and critiques are greatly appreciated.

Two Men

This is one that I've been on the fence about. I like the composition but am bothered by the blur of the man in the hat. I'll definitely try this location again. Hopefully I'll encounter more cool subjects.

Morning Commute in Tribeca

I've been inspired lately by Henri Cartier-Bresson and the recently discovered Vivian Maier. I'm trying to be more daring with how close I photograph my subjects. It's been a thrill each time I've been out. There are more misses than not! Here are some of the images I've captured lately.