When was the last time that changed the way you shoot? One really good method to alter the way you shoot is to shoot film for awhile. You can see how much you rely on previews when shooting digital and the look of film is entirely different.
For about 20 years I always ate at the same Italian restaurant and I like many New Yorkers was sad when they closed. Ever since then I have been looking for a new Italian restaurant to eat at. The search is now over.
Emilio’s Ballato is a fabulous restaurant in so many ways. First of all it is small and it has a rather retro feel to it. The walls are covered with photos of the famous people that have eaten there. I always sit at the table next to photos of David Bowie. He lived a few blocks away.
The food is exquisite. There are many restaurants in NYC led by named chefs. Not Emilio’s Ballato. They don’t rest their reputation on that. Last time I was there I ordered a ravioli dish and the waiter told me that that’s what Obama ordered!
Like most Italian restaurants in NYC, they don’t take reservations. They do take credit cards though which is not always true of other Italian restaurants. I will say that I have once again found my favorite Italian restaurant in this city.
They now have a website!
Emilio’s Ballato 55 East Houston near Mott Street (212) 274-8881
It’s important to have your camera in control so you can respond spontaneously to opportunities. Observation is the name of the activity.
People often confuse steam with smoke. But it would be a challenge to think that street photos with steam were taken anywhere aside from New York City. This photo was taken during a street photography workshop in Hell’s Kitchen on a cold day.
Hollywood Diner is one of many diners in New York City. The important thing to me is that they are independently owned businesses. That typically means that they care about you the customer. That is true of this diner and yes, they carry the standard diner fare including burgers and breakfast.
Hollywood Diner, 574 6th Avenue at 16th Street
The theme of my photography and workshops is seeing with new eyes. Slow down, observe and see things that you hadn’t noticed.
As an impatient person, I can’t wait to shoot. That is how I started shooting from a moving vehicle. It’s one of my favorite methods. So much is left to chance. This photo was taken from a moving taxi in Lisbon, Portugal.
Rainy days are great for street photography. Umbrellas break up the world of lines.
Minimalism is a good method of providing focus to a photo’s subject.
