New York City Photo Tour

Central Park / Midtown / Times Square

Saturday, November 24, 2012 10:00AM to 6:00PM

TOUR INSTRUCTOR: David J. Simchock (www.DavidSimchock.com / www.VagabondVistas.com)

TOUR DESCRIPTION: This spring time tour provides a taste of all the Big Apple has to offer, from the green landscape of Central Park, to the hustle and bustle street life in Midtown, to the concrete jungle and architecture that makes New York City as eclectic as it is unique. There is truly something in this for everyone!

The tour will begin in Central Park, meandering its way around the park past landmarks such as Strawberry Fields and The Mall, then head back down to the Midtown area . The tour will concentrate on the park, Rockefeller Center area, and take in St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Radio City Music Hall area. The day will culminate with a twilight / night shoot in world famous Times Square.

The general theme of this Photo Tour is architecture - both exterior and interior, from vast skyline vistas, to the details of historic buildings, to a low-light interior session. Being NYC, there is plenty of opportunity for David to instruct on specialty techniques, such as working with long exposures during the twilight and night hours. The group will also have the opportunity to capture the daily buzz that makes the city so special.

CLICK HERE to have a look at David's portfolio of images from New York City.

Throughout the day, David will guide the group to the optimum locations for creating postcard views of Central Park and Midtown Manhattan. Not just a "tour guide", David divides his time between brief group instruction sessions, and working one-on-one with his clients.

Designed as a "hands-on" workshop, this Photo Tour is ideal for past students of David's classroom-based workshops, though it is also a fine match for any photography enthusiast. Just as he does in his studio workshops, David provides practical tricks-of-the-trade in camera operation and artistic composition, helping his participants to "make" great photos, instead of just "taking" them.

GEAR: This event is open to DSLR and point-and-shoot photographers alike. Wide angle and telephoto lenses are recommended, and a tripod is essential for the twilight / night shoot in Times Square.

MEETING PLACE / TRANSPORTATION: The group will meet at a designates location in Manhattan near to Central Park. Transportation is not included in the fee for this event.

MEAL: There will be a break about half-way through the session for a meal / snack (meal not included with tour fee).

It is highly recommended that each participant wear comfortable walking shoes and bring appropriate gear for unexpected inclement weather.

Group size is limited to just six (6) people.

Discounted registration* SAVE $40

*Early Bird discount extended indefinitely due to Hurricane Sandy!

SPECIAL Early Bird Registration Fee: Only $159

(Normally $199)