Just a couple weeks ago, my family and I were at Manhattan’s City Park. It was a sunny and warm Friday evening around sunset, and there was a classic rock cover band playing at Arts in the Park. What more could I ask for?
Oh yeah: a couple of beautiful friends who wanted some family portraits!
Their little boy was not really into the whole idea of standing there while some big guy behind a camera cracked some very funny jokes that apparently went right over his almost-two-year-old head. Even though the jokes bombed, I still managed to get some great smiles out of him.

We got some absolutely gorgeous light that night.

But I think the greatest part of the session was when we ignored the “Keep Out” signs*.


There’s quite a bit more where these came from, so stay tuned!
*Don’t try this at home kids. And definitely don’t tell my mom and dad on me.
Love these. I think your work gets better with each new session you post. The really like the fountain shot with the shoes.
Hey Rik!!
These are great!! Love the FLARE!!!
Love the sunflare shot! And in your post below he last image gives me goosebumps – it’s sooo powerful! Great work!
What a great series of shots! Love your ideas and your vision. Glad I found your blog.