Herald Square Afternoon Respite

In the bustling heart of Herald Square, Manhattan, pedestrians claim moments of urban tranquility at scattered café tables amid the commercial chaos. The monochromatic composition captures the rhythmic dance of city life, where solitary figures pause with coffee and conversation against a backdrop of towering brick facades and Korean signage. Geometric folding chairs and planters create intimate pockets of respite, while streams of shoppers navigate between the outdoor seating and storefront displays.

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Caption

Pedestrians enjoy outdoor seating in Herald Square's urban plaza, finding quiet moments amid Manhattan's relentless commercial energy.

Description

In the bustling heart of Herald Square, Manhattan, pedestrians claim moments of urban tranquility at scattered café tables amid the commercial chaos. The monochromatic composition captures the rhythmic dance of city life, where solitary figures pause with coffee and conversation against a backdrop of towering brick facades and Korean signage. Geometric folding chairs and planters create intimate pockets of respite, while streams of shoppers navigate between the outdoor seating and storefront displays.

Location

34th Street–Herald Square, Greely Square, Manhattan Community Board 5, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10120, United States

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Subject

Herald Square Street Photography Urban Plaza Outdoor Seating Manhattan Pedestrians City Life Black And White Photography Commercial District

Keywords

Midtown Manhattan Folding Chairs Street Tables Korean Signage Brick Buildings Afternoon Scene Public Space Urban Architecture Sidewalk Dining City Streets Mixed Demographics Casual Clothing Street Level View Metropolitan Area Commercial Storefronts Urban Furniture Busy District Monochrome Street Corner

Technical

Camera: X100F
Lens: Fujifilm X100F
Focal length: 23 mm
Aperture: ƒ/11
Shutter: 1/125 s
ISO: 640
Resolution: 6000 × 4000 (24.0 MP)
File size: 6.2 MB

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Model release: Not available

Property release: Not applicable

Editorial use only

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