New York City is one of my favorite spots to shoot and also one of the most recognizable locations for photography in the world. You may be reading this because you are either planning a trip or are already in the city. When I took my first trip up to New York City I frantically scoured the internet and Instagram looking for the best spots to shoot. As a photographer, I know how stressful the scouting process is and created this guide to ease some of that pain. I will be focusing on a few spots you may have seen on Instagram and also adding in some unique and lesser known spots which I have found over my now many trips up to The Big Apple.

Twice a year the setting sun lines up perfectly with Manhattan’s city grid. Locals, tourists, photographer’s, and pedestrians all bask in the glowing sun as it dips below the horizon during sunset, completely visible between NYC’s skyscraper canyons. The light emanated from the sun attracts enthusiasts from all corners of the world to watch this rare event.

Ivan Ferrera is a NY/NJ-based photographer. With a professional career in Information Technology, Ivan began dedicating his pastime to shooting the spectacular New York City views as seen from New Jersey where he was born and raised. Working in New York City and living right across the Hudson river has allowed him to focus on bringing NYC to his followers around the world. Check out his work at ivanferrera.com