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9/11 Memorial 5K race photography

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Photography at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K fundraiser.

All photos taken with the Canon R3 and Canon RF 24-70 F2.8 and Canon RF 70-200 F2.8

I’ve been listed as one of the top photography blogs in NY. While this is nice to hear, I’m not sure it’s really true at all. But nice to have someone notice some keywording.

New York City Eclipse Crowds

Photographing the solar eclipse outside Radio City Music Hall was definitely an unforgettable experience. The energy around the city was electric as everyone gathered to witness such a rare and spectacular event. I had my camera set up and ready to go, knowing I had to be quick to capture the perfect moment—the timing of an eclipse is everything!

Radio City Music Hall, with its iconic Art Deco architecture, made for an amazing backdrop. The combination of the powerful celestial event and the famous venue created this cool contrast that was hard to miss. It wasn’t just about getting the eclipse itself—it was also about capturing the crowd's reactions and the atmosphere around the area. People were excited, and it was so much fun documenting those candid moments as they watched in awe.

The real challenge, of course, was managing the exposure for the eclipse itself. You can't just snap away at the sun without special filters and settings, so I was constantly adjusting to make sure I got those sharp, detailed shots without overexposing. But once the eclipse hit its peak, it felt like everything clicked. The sky turned this surreal shade of twilight blue, and the moment felt like pure magic.

Overall, it was one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences, and it was great to capture it right in the heart of New York City. The whole thing felt like a perfect mix of natural wonder and urban energy—something I’ll definitely never forget.

Financial District

I'd never managed to visit the World Trade Center Oculus, and have seen so many thousands of instagram photos that I thought I knew the space. It is much much much more impressive in real life than any photo can do it justice.

The gridded window facade of the 9/11 museum and memorial is always an impressive view.

Ben Hider - Event, Food and Portrait Photographer based in New York City and Westchester

Masterchef Junior at Alex's Lemonade Stand

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Masterchef Junior Pop-Up Lemonade Stand Hosted by FOX Masterchef Junior Pop-Up Lemonade Stand Hosted by FOX G0070637_141104I've been shooting with my go pro attached to my flash. Every now and then it comes up with an interesting image. Ben Hider - Event Photographer based in New York City and Westchester