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.

Do you have more than a few days to explore Istanbul? Have you already walked along the Hippodrome and seen Istanbul’s old town in Sultan Ahmet? Here are a few off-the-beaten path locations in Istanbul that are sure to inspire your creative direction. Follow along with this 4 part photography guide, outlining some of the best locations across Istanbul and Turkey to photograph and explore. I was lucky to travel through Istanbul/Turkey in 2014 with my first digital camera.

Planning on exploring the city that joins Europe and Asia? If yes, you are in for an amazing experience. A city divided by the Bosphorous (river), this destination is truly unique where world cultures and global heritages collide to deliver some of earth’s best architecture and most interesting culture. (The food is among the best as well)

Planning a trip to the Dominican Republic? After traveling around Santo Domingo, Sosúa and Puerto Plata, here are 8 recommended photo and instagram spots for photography across the island. I’ve also included a few tips, the gear I used, and each location on Google Maps.