Washington Square Park is a New York staple, over the years home to many counterculture movements, outsiders, youth and artists.  From Civil War-era riots, to the Beats and the Punks, Washington Square has symbolized uprising and collective action.  Nowadays things have changed as new forces shape the area, and so as photographers it falls upon us to document the evolution of an iconic place.  Perhaps in the process we can find clues to what will be coming next.

It was called The World's Playground and was for many years the most popular and sought after attraction in the world.  Tremendous theme parks with bright lights that lit up the night sky, one-of-a-kind experiences, mobs of excitement-seekers plus a beach made Coney a formidable force for fun.  Now Coney Island is experiencing another evolution, and whether or not you're a fan of the new look, it's absolutely still one of the most interesting New York spots to shoot.  Come join us to explore a neighborhood with one foot in the past, and the other in some nebulous future.  

Fort Tryon Park is known for being the last remaining natural growth forest in Manhattan.   With a high elevation point and outstanding views across the Hudson River, Fort Tryon is a New York touchstone, home to the unparalleled museum for Medieval art and architecture The Cloisters. We'll meet at the entrance to the park and photograph the emerging spring foliage, the surrounding areas, and an optional (but highly recommended) tour through the museum itself.