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Manhattan Through the Lens of Erik Pihel

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Erik Pihel is a photographer, artist, and urban explorer. His work has been featured in publications such as the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and Time Magazine. Pihel's photography is characterized by its unique perspective and its ability to capture the beauty and grit of New York City.

Manhattan

by Erik Pihel

4.8 out of 5

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The Beauty of Manhattan

Pihel's photographs of Manhattan often focus on the city's iconic landmarks and architecture. In his image of the Empire State Building, Pihel captures the towering grandeur of the skyscraper against a backdrop of blue sky and white clouds. Another photograph, of the Brooklyn Bridge, shows the bridge's graceful arch spanning the East River. Pihel's images of Manhattan are both beautiful and awe-inspiring, and they offer a glimpse of the city's rich history and culture.

The Empire State Building Towering Over The New York City Skyline Manhattan Erik Pihel

The Brooklyn Bridge Spanning The East River Manhattan Erik Pihel

Central Park In The Fall Manhattan Erik Pihel

Times Square At Night Manhattan Erik Pihel

The Grit of Manhattan

Pihel's photographs of Manhattan also capture the city's less glamorous side. In his image of a homeless man sleeping on a park bench, Pihel exposes the harsh realities of life on the streets. Another photograph, of a group of people gathered around a fire hydrant on a hot summer day, shows the resilience and community spirit of New Yorkers. Pihel's images of Manhattan are honest and unflinching, and they offer a glimpse of the city's many contradictions.

A Homeless Man Sleeping On A Park Bench Manhattan Erik Pihel

A Group Of People Gathered Around A Fire Hydrant On A Hot Summer Day Manhattan Erik Pihel

A Crowded Subway Train Manhattan Erik Pihel

A Construction Site In Manhattan Manhattan Erik Pihel

Pihel's Process

Pihel's photographs are often taken from unusual perspectives and vantage points. He often uses a drone to capture aerial shots of the city, and he also spends time exploring the city's rooftops, bridges, and alleyways. Pihel's goal is to capture the essence of Manhattan, and he is not afraid to experiment with different techniques to achieve this. He often uses long exposure times to create a sense of movement and dynamism in his images, and he also uses color filters to create a unique and personal vision of the city.

Pihel's work is a testament to the power of photography to capture the beauty and complexity of the urban environment. His images of Manhattan are both beautiful and thought-provoking, and they offer a unique perspective on one of the world's most iconic cities.

Manhattan

by Erik Pihel

4.8 out of 5