Shooting on the Streets of NY at DVinfo.net

Jay Thompson · October 28th, 2002, 02:03 PM

Hi All,

Weds, I will be heading north. I wonder if anyone has any advice on shooting/hauling an XL1 on the streets of NYC. Anyone ever have any problems/stories shooting there? Not talking a big production here, just following a group around with the camera.

Any pointers would be nice. Many thanks in advance.

Jason

David Mintzer · October 28th, 2002, 05:55 PM

No problem---there are certain places in the city where they won't let you set a tripod--and of course, you aren't going to walk into Gracie Mansion and ask the Mayor for an interview---other then that, I have never had any real problems running and gunning on the streets of N.Y.

Remember the city is cavernous---thus there is lots of shadow in many location-s--a camera mounted fill light is nice----

Have fun, the city is full of interesting images.

Keith Loh · October 28th, 2002, 06:22 PM

Janet Harvey on DVDA shoots in New York and said that someone shooting there should have a lookout in case someone wants to help themselves to your gear.

A tripod also makes a handy and scary weapon if wielded with elan.

David Mintzer · October 28th, 2002, 06:23 PM

There are places in every city where you wouldn't leave an unattended tripod----

Jay Thompson · October 29th, 2002, 06:12 AM

Thanks for the info/advice guys. I am a little nervous because part of my shoot involves being within the madhouse that is the greenwich village Halloween parade. I have an assistant, so hopefully thry will 'have m back' a bit. Anyone ever shot in this thing? Obviously a fill light is a must in this situation.

THanks!
Jason

David Mintzer · October 29th, 2002, 06:34 AM

Dont worry about the parade--I shot it last year-lots of fun-----and the people are friendly---

Derrick Begin · October 29th, 2002, 08:29 AM

I am glad to hear you are taking a colleague(s) around with you. Keep an eye on you when you decide to step out into the street.

I've shot with no problems around town.

Fast and light keeps it moving. Leave the unessentials, and if you plan on staying out and about, put your camera in a bag.

Excellent! Rock'N'Roll!

See Yah Around!

Cheers!

Derrick

Jay Thompson · October 30th, 2002, 06:55 AM

Thanks for all the great advice guys! I'm off to NY tonight, and actually quite excited.

-Jason

October 28th, 2002, 02:03 PM	#1
Jay Thompson New Boot Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 24	Shooting on the Streets of NY Hi All, Weds, I will be heading north. I wonder if anyone has any advice on shooting/hauling an XL1 on the streets of NYC. Anyone ever have any problems/stories shooting there? Not talking a big production here, just following a group around with the camera. Any pointers would be nice. Many thanks in advance. Jason __________________ Jay Thompson

October 28th, 2002, 06:22 PM	#3
Keith Loh Air China Pilot Join Date: May 2002 Location: Vancouver, B.C. Posts: 2,389	Janet Harvey on DVDA shoots in New York and said that someone shooting there should have a lookout in case someone wants to help themselves to your gear. A tripod also makes a handy and scary weapon if wielded with elan. __________________ -- Visit http://www.KeithLoh.com \| stuff about living in Vancouver \| My Flickr photo gallery

October 29th, 2002, 06:12 AM	#5
Jay Thompson New Boot Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 24	Thanks guys Thanks for the info/advice guys. I am a little nervous because part of my shoot involves being within the madhouse that is the greenwich village Halloween parade. I have an assistant, so hopefully thry will 'have m back' a bit. Anyone ever shot in this thing? Obviously a fill light is a must in this situation. THanks! Jason __________________ Jay Thompson

October 29th, 2002, 08:29 AM	#7
Derrick Begin Major Player Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: New York Posts: 329	*** * SHOOTING AROUND NYC * *** I am glad to hear you are taking a colleague(s) around with you. Keep an eye on you when you decide to step out into the street. I've shot with no problems around town. Fast and light keeps it moving. Leave the unessentials, and if you plan on staying out and about, put your camera in a bag. Excellent! Rock'N'Roll! See Yah Around! Cheers! Derrick

October 28th, 2002, 05:55 PM	#2
David Mintzer Rextilleon Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Pleasantville, NY Posts: 520	No problem---there are certain places in the city where they won't let you set a tripod--and of course, you aren't going to walk into Gracie Mansion and ask the Mayor for an interview---other then that, I have never had any real problems running and gunning on the streets of N.Y. Remember the city is cavernous---thus there is lots of shadow in many location-s--a camera mounted fill light is nice---- Have fun, the city is full of interesting images.

October 28th, 2002, 06:23 PM	#4
David Mintzer Rextilleon Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Pleasantville, NY Posts: 520	There are places in every city where you wouldn't leave an unattended tripod----

October 29th, 2002, 06:34 AM	#6
David Mintzer Rextilleon Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Pleasantville, NY Posts: 520	Dont worry about the parade--I shot it last year-lots of fun-----and the people are friendly---

October 30th, 2002, 06:55 AM	#8
Jay Thompson New Boot Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 24	Thanks for all the great advice guys! I'm off to NY tonight, and actually quite excited. -Jason