What You Will Do
Discover the magnificence of Lower Manhattan's newest landmarks while honing your architectural photography skills. The new World Trade Center is nearly complete and this safari is designed to remember the past while celebrating the future. This photo tour will explore the new Freedom Tower, the 9/11 Memorial, the Oculus and much more. You will learn both interior and exterior architectural photography and how to best capture the buildings' grandeur as well as their simplicity.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet next to the fountain at the Silverstein Family Park.
1
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
30 minutes
Discover the magnificence of Lower Manhattan's newest landmarks while honing your architectural photography skills on this guided tour. The new World Trade Center is nearly complete and this photo safari is designed to remember the past while celebrating the future.
2
One World Observatory
30 minutes
This photo tour will explore the new Freedom Tower, the 9/11 Memorial, the Oculus, and much more. You learn about both interior and exterior architectural photography, and how to best capture the buildings' grandeur and simplicity. This tour will not include entry to One World Observatory.
3
The Oculus
30 minutes
Composition is everything and this session will push you to understand lines and balance while capturing these amazing buildings. You learn how to employ strong composition to engage the viewer and give them a sense of space, how to anticipate lighting conditions, and how to deal with scene management as it relates to architecture. Learn how to take advantage of reflections and the play of light on different surfaces. You also explore the use of over exposure to help create an ethereal feel.
4
World Trade Center Station (PATH)
10 minutes
Photograph inside the new Path Station at the Oculus.
5
Silverstein Family Park
You meet here.
6
St. Paul's Chapel
One of the oldest churches in Manhattan.
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