April 24-27, 2025
June 19-22, 2025
Sep 11-14, 2026
Cityscape, and Urban
Photography
• 4 Days
• Only 6-8 Guests
• Photographer Leader
• Welcome Dinner
• Local Transportation
• (Hotel Optional)
NEW YORK “SOUL OF THE STREETS”
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx
New York Photography – Capture the Soul of New York’s Diverse Ethnic Neighborhoods.
As much as we enjoy traveling the globe, no location offers as much cultural diversity, variety, and energy as New York City. It’s truly the capital of the world. For this reason, native documentary photographer Michael Chinnici added New York to his “Soul of the Streets” Photo Workshop Series. Michael, a PWA photographer leader and the author of the highly acclaimed photo storytelling book Vanishing Cuba, will offer several NYC “Soul of the Streets” Photo Workshops, each with its own Edition. Each Edition will focus on different neighborhoods, photographic styles, and different themes, and some may even incorporate a brief stint in the studio. No two workshops will be alike, but all will open your eyes (and your lenses) to the wonderful street, people, and architectural photography that awaits you.
On each of his Editions, Michael will be selecting some of his favorite locations and experiences. We’ll focus on street scenes, people, architecture, cultural aspects, and even festivals: natural light, reflections, silhouettes, unique opportunities, and more. We’ll travel by foot, subway, bus, taxi and ferry.
We’ll use both our cameras and camera phones to explore and compare the differences. We’ll use tripods for long exposure, and Michael will teach you how to get comfortable photographing everyday people on the street, including environmental portraits. We’ll also enjoy capturing creative street photography along the way.
Michael says, “It’s my hope that you will feel the soul of my city, the soul of each of the neighborhoods. Through this, come away with images that represent the diversity and energy of this beautiful and one-of-a-kind city. Come join me.”
On each of his Editions, Michael will be selecting some of his favorite locations and experiences. We’ll focus on street scenes, people, architecture, cultural aspects, and even festivals: natural light, reflections, silhouettes, unique opportunities, and more. We’ll travel by foot, subway, bus, taxi and ferry.
We’ll use both our cameras and (even) camera phones to explore and compare the differences. We’ll use tripods for long exposure, and Michael will teach you how to get comfortable photographing everyday people on the street, including environmental portraits. We’ll also enjoy capturing creative street photography along the way.
Michael says, “It’s my hope that you will feel the soul of my city, the soul of each of the neighborhoods. Through this, come away with images that represent the diversity and energy of this beautiful and one-of-a-kind city. Come join me.”
Group Size
6-8 Guests
Experience | Difficulty
- Beginner, amateur, enthusiast, and semi-pro photographers
- All cameras and camera phones are welcome
- Easy schedule
- Travel by taxi, subway, and ferry
- No elevation changes and lots of walking
Weather | Sun
April – Temps 65/50 F 18/9 C Sunrise 6:03 | Sunset 7:45 (19:45)
June – Temps 81/65 F 27/18 C Sunrise 5:24 | Sunset 8:30 (20:30)
September – Temps 75/60 F 24/16 C Sunrise 6:27 | Sunset 7:22 (19:22)
Includes
- 4-Day Photo Workshop
- Street, environmental portrait, people, cityscape, and urban photography
- Professional photographer | guide
- Photo walks & discussions
- Welcome Dinner
- Local transportation
- Hotel (optional)
Travel Information
Arrival & Departure Airports: JFK Airport (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA) or Newark (EWR) -Transfer time to hotel 45min – 1hr
Our adventure begins at 11 AM on the first day and ends at noon on the last day.
Travel Visa: A U.S. Tourist Visa may be required depending on your nationality.
Suggested Accommodations
NYC Residents: No need for a hotel. You can meet us in our hotel lobby at the start of each day.
Hotel: We’ve set aside a block of rooms at our preferred hotel. We’ll be happy to register a room in your name. Hotel booking is additional.
Nearby Hotels: If you are looking for a less expensive or a more luxurious hotel, there are other nearby hotels.
Helpful Links
> A Guide to New York City – by Michael Chinnici
> Le CouCou: A Culinary and Photographic Experience – by Michael Chinnici
> Never Forget 911 – by Michael Chinnici
> Fotografiska Opens in New York – by Erika Suban
NYC "Soul of the Streets" Prices & Dates
Photographer Leader
Michael Chinnici
April 24-27, 2025
June 19-22, 2025
Sep 11-14, 2025
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
April 24-27, 2025 | 3rd Edition
The Neighborhood Focus & Hotel
Manhattan – Flatiron, Spanish Harlem, Morningside Heights, Central Park, Chelsea, Greenwich Village
Queens – Astoria, Jackson Heights
The Hotel Giraffe by Library Hotel Collection (Manhattan). We will base ourselves out of the Giraffe. We’ve reserved some rooms, or you can stay elsewhere nearby.
Day 1 (Thur): Manhattan
We begin at 10 a.m. and spend the day photographing some of the best locations in Manhattan, including East Harlem, Morningside Heights, and Central Park. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a wonderful “Welcome Dinner” at one of Michael’s favorite restaurants in Manhattan (included).
Day 2 (Fri): Manhattan
After an early breakfast, we’ll spend the day photographing more neighborhoods and subjects in Manhattan, including Greenwich Village, Chelsea, and Flatiron. Blue hour shoot of the Flatiron Building—Dinner with the group.
Day 3 (Sat): Queens
After an early breakfast, we spend the day photographing neighborhoods and subjects in Queens. We’ll focus on the ethnic diversity of Jackson Heights and Astoria. In the evening we’ll review images—Farewell Dinner with the group.
Day 4 (Sun): Manhattan
Early morning shoot in Williamsburg. Late breakfast and image review, checkout, and farewells.
June 19-22, 2025 | 4th Edition
The Neighborhood Focus & Hotel
Brooklyn – Williamsburg, Coney Island (Mermaid Parade), and Bushwick.
Manhattan – Financial District, Lower East Side, Midtown
The Hoxton Hotel (Williamsburg, Brooklyn). We will base ourselves out of the Hoxton. We’ve reserved some rooms, or you can stay elsewhere nearby.
Day 1 (Thur): Brooklyn
We begin at 10 a.m. and spend the day photographing some of the best locations in Brooklyn, including Williamsburg and South Williamsburg. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a wonderful “Welcome Dinner” at one of Michael’s favorite restaurants in Brooklyn (included).
Day 2 (Fri): Manhattan
After an early breakfast, we’ll take the ferry to midtown and then work ourselves south to the LES (Lower East Side) and Alphabet City. We’ll end at the Financial District where we’ll catch the ferry back to Brooklyn. Farewell Dinner with the group.
Day 3 (Sat): Brooklyn
After an early breakfast, we head to Coney Island to photograph the Mermaid Parade. We’ll have special access to photograph some of the mermaids before the parade. This is a big deal and dates were picked to coincide with this event. In the afternoon we’ll move to Bushwick—dinner with the group in Brooklyn.
Day 4 (Sun): Brooklyn
Early morning shoot in Williamsburg. Late breakfast and image review, checkout, and farewells.
September 11-14, 2025 | 5th Edition
The Neighborhood Focus & Hotel
Brooklyn – Greenpoint, Coney Island, Williamsburg
Manhattan – Nolita, East Village, West Village, Noho, Soho, Times Square
Queens – Astoria
The Hoxton Hotel (Williamsburg, Brooklyn). We will base ourselves out of the Hoxton. We’ve reserved some rooms, or you can stay elsewhere nearby.
Day 1 (Thur): Manhattan
We begin at 10 a.m. and spend the day photographing some of the best locations in lower Manhattan, including Noho, Soho, Nolita, and the East Village. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a wonderful “Welcome Dinner” at one of Michael’s favorite restaurants in Manhattan (included).
Day 2 (Fri): Queens - Manhattan
After an early breakfast and a review of images, we’ll spend the day photographing neighborhoods and subjects in Manhattan and Queens. We begin with Astoria, known for its unique ethnic diversity. Lunch in Astoria is a must. We’ll spend the rest of the day in Manhattan followed by a blue hour shoot in Times Square.
Day 3 (Sat): Brooklyn
After an early breakfast, we’ll spend the day photographing neighborhoods and subjects in Brooklyn, including Greenpoint and Williamsburg, and then head to Coney Island for the afternoon and early evening. Farewell Dinner with the group.
Day 4 (Sun): Brooklyn
Early morning shoot in Williamsburg. Late breakfast and image review, checkout, and farewells.
OPTIONS AND BENEFITS
Pricing
All prices are per person and based on double occupancy. Please select single occupancy for a private room. For your convenience, we offer optional early arrival and late departure accommodations so you can extend your stay before or after the trip. We typically stay in boutique hotels in the 4-star category. Not all destinations offer these types of properties. We look for unique hotels which offer cultural, historic and/or authentic features. Depending on the size of the group, smaller boutique hotels may have limited room inventory. In some countries or in remote locations, we may be limited to lodges or branded chain hotels. Breakfast is included only if included in our room rates.
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