You may or may not be aware but there is an astronomical phenomena that happens twice a year every year in Manhattan. It's called Manhattanhenge? (aka Manhattan solstice)

Twice a year (during May and July) as the sun sets on Manhattan, it lines up perfectly with the streets of New York running east and west. During this time thousands of New Yorkers and tourists alike will dash into the middle of the streets of Manhattan to get a glimpse and a photograph! Although it's an interesting sight to see and if you happen to be around during these days I think you shouldn't miss it, I have to wonder about the prudence of standing into the middle of a NYC street during rush hour to take a picture. As much as I love photography and have gone to the far reaches of the planet to create a photograph, I have never thought risking my life for a photo to be a wise maneuver. I think certainly there are times when you should risk your life for a photo, but these are photos that document injustice and war crimes that will help save lives in the future. I think there are many more interesting and worthwhile things to photograph in New York than a sun setting between the buildings, but others may not share my opinion. Join us for a photo safari and we'll help you learn how you can create your own safe and beautiful photo.

The folks at the Museum of Natural History have put together this wonderful article describing Manhattanhenge: click here.

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Coney Island is probably the last place you would find a New Yorker hanging out but for one day a year there is a good reason to get on a train and head to

NYC Photo Safari together with Think Tank are working to help the Rocco's Heart Foundation, our favorite charity! When you purchase Think Tank products wit this link: http://www.thinktankphoto.com/affiliates.aspx?code=WS-599 20% of your purchase will be donated to RHF. We think they make some great bags, so if you are in the market for a new bag please consider a Think Tank.

New York City Photo Safari is proud to announce that we are an official Pride Partner 2012 for the second year in a row. We support our friends in the LGBT community and want show our continued commitment. NYC Pride March will be on June 24th this year. It should be as fun as it is every year and will present some great photo ops, so be sure to line up early if you want to get some great shots!
NYC Photo Safari is also proud to announce that we are now a member of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association!

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