new york is slow.

i love slow photography.

i don't know if that term exists already, but the way i define it is more of an approach rather than an output. it means to move through a space with the intention of capturing imagery, but moving at a emotional/mental/physical/soulful pace that allows one to see the connections that already exist between all things. in creating this kind of slow moving space, i believe we open ourselves up to people, things, time in a way that feels more natural and in the flow. it makes me feel more reflective and grateful.

for me, slow photography inspires me most.

it helps me interact with people's stories, i get to wander, i see things i normally wouldn't if i were walking quickly or trying to get that next inspired shot. the inspiration comes to me; i don't have to strive to find it. i feel more thoughtful & curious. there's just space to breathe. it doesn't become about getting a lot of images, but just getting a few that really capture "it" for me.

like sitting against a wall on a lawn watching students, faculty, and staff walk up and down stairs at columbia.

like stopping at a hungarian cafe to enjoy a cookie and latte, so i can indulge in a book.

be it staring at the intricacies of the tree.

taking a slow walk across the brooklyn bridge





sitting under a tree, on a rock, overlooking a small lake in central park to read

or peeking through a fence

hope you're inspired by slowing down and seeing in a new way.