Mangos and Peaches

Empire State of View, originally uploaded by Sienar.

First, You must look at this on Black

No tripods are allowed on the observation floor of the Empire State Building. The view of the city that I wanted to photograph the most and my only hope for a stable shot was taken from me. No matter, I managed to squeeze my camera through the railing and prop it up on the edge of the building for a clear view. Release shutter then use my hands to shield the camera from the wind. I received some strange looks from the people around me

It was very cold at the top and the wind only made it worse. I couldn’t feel my hands after taking a few photos and my face was going numb. The mayor was the only person brave enough to stand outside with me and attempt to block people from bumping into me. Well worth the effort I think.