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Tour & Street Photography Workshop Reviews

SNYC has had hundreds of very satisfied customers from all over the world on our tours and workshops! See their reviews here and on Trip Advisor.

I have provided walking photo tours and street photography workshops for hundreds of visitors to NYC and New Yorkers alike. These are some of the reviews.
 

Review by John, United Kingdom

I really do need to say a big thank you for taking me on board and guiding me through the streets of New York. I have started to look at the photos and I am reflecting on the time I spent with you. As I reflect, I realise that what you have to offer is invaluable and goes well beyond simply identifying possible photo opportunities. New York was really my first attempt at Street Photography and you taught me so much. I know I was probably more focused on the buildings than the people but I did take in everything you said and I did learn a lot. I came home much wiser and a much better photographer for what you taught me. In the days after the workshop, I found myself using what you had taught me and more importantly looking at what was in front of me with a completely new perspective. I came home a much better photographer and for that I will always be grateful.

As I think back, I will become increasing appreciative of the time you spent taking me to the boxing club, the bar and the street photographer. This added a completly new dimension to my experience and added much depth to my awareness and experiences of the city. Thinking back, these were invaluable occasions and I find myself talking all the time about them. They have certainly become a focal point of my discussions with people. I love being able to say that I met local artists and saw things a typical tourist may not see. I would love to return some day and have you show me more.

You may be interested to know that The New York Times published an article on Thursday 8th Dec about Advent Calendars. The relevance is that they talk about the most expensive one being one produced by Tiffany which is based on the “Equals Pi” work of Basquiat. I was so pleased that you had introduced him to me and had taken me to see the art at his studio. I do not care about the Advent Calendar at $150,000 but I am so pleased to be able to say I was at the door and I saw the work on the wall. A big thing.

Thank you so much again, for everything. You really did make a difference to my skills, my perspective and my insights to the world of art.

December 2021

 

Review by Loryne, New York City, New York

“Harlem through a Different Lens - My brother had originally gifted me a certificate to take a photo-tour with Leanne and when the chance to do one of her Harlem Photo Tours came up, I had to jump on the opportunity. I'd been following her work for a while and subscribe to her e-newsletters, which are always interesting.

Even though I've lived in NYC for a few years now, I'd never really has a chance to explore Harlem in this way and Leanne is the quintessential guide for this kind of a unique experience. She took the time to get to know each of us prior to starting the tour and made sure we all had our settings right. She'd sprinkle helpful tips along the way too, like shooting from the hip, to maximize the kind of street photography shots and improve your skills. Even the experienced photographer can benefit from this experience and try out new techniques.

Leanne keeps the groups small enough to be able to keep the experience personal while also having a big enough group that you can mingle with international photographers (of all levels) taking part. Our group was lovely and I really enjoyed getting to know everyone along this shared shooting experience. 

One thing to point out is that some people on the street resisted being photographed (although in NYC, it is perfectly legal) but we faced no problems and Leanne had briefed us prior to starting about being sensitive to such possible reactions.

What I additionally enjoyed was how well Leanne knows the neighborhood and the valuable recommendations she shared of places to try out off the beaten path. I would highly recommend this particular tour for both locals and folks visiting NYC that want to truly experience Harlem before it changes too much due to gentrification. Thank you Leanne for the wonderful experience!” Loryne, New York City, NY

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