Hi New Yorkers,

I'm shooting an engagement session in NYC next weekend. I always see the pretty NYC skyline shots with the Brooklyn Bridge in the background and I'm wondering where is the best place to go to get those shots. I'm not familiar with the area AT ALL so any info would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!
Drew

Anyone??? Please!

Right next to this restaurant is the Esplanade. It's a paved walkway along the water (on the BROOKLYN side of the East River), with a grassy area too. It has that classic view of the Brooklyn Bridge with lower Manhattan behind it.

Be prepared to work fast and possibly be chased. I was there long ago for a small video shoot and a cop sent us on our way. Just be charming and you might be able to stay. You might need a permit, but I'm not sure from whom. I suppose you could start with the Mayor's Office of Film & TV.

Anyway, use the River Cafe as your landmark, and you'll be in the right spot.

I found this picture to give you a general idea, but you would actually be slightly north of this point. Keep in mind when you're in Brooklyn looking at Manhattan, you're facing WEST (a.k.a. sunset!).

This picture is more of what I'm talking about! This is the exact spot where I was.

You should also e-mail Chris Humphreys and check out this thread. He got an AMAZING shot at night. But don't steal it!!!

Well THAT should be enough advice. Whew!

THANKS Matt! You're the best. Just got into NYC and am SO excited for my shoot tomorrow. I'll post some pictures next week.

Happy to help. Make us proud Drew!

Drew... show us some pictures!