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New York reelmakers

Local creators who shoot on your phone, at the best spots in town.

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We are checking the first local reelmakers and photographers here. Meanwhile, see the best photo spots below.

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Reel ideas in New York

  • Brooklyn Bridge, view from Brooklyn Bridge Park, New York City, 20231002 0909 1574
  • Manhattan Bridge and Empire State Building from Washington Street, Dumbo, Brooklyn, New York
  • New York City (New York, USA), Brooklyn Bridge -- 2012 -- 6630
  • Grand Central Terminal Main Concourse 2019-10-03 20-02

Example photos and clips of New York under free licences, not Byeselfie shoots. Credits

Byeselfie connects travellers with independent local creators. Creators provide the shoot and are paid by you in person.

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Photo spots in New York

  • Brooklyn Bridge Park and Jane's CarouselPebble Beach and the carousel with the Manhattan skyline.
  • Brooklyn Bridge walkwayThe walkway between the stone towers; keep out of the bike lane.
  • Central Park: Bethesda Terrace and Bow BridgeThe arcade, the fountain and the cast-iron bridge over the lake.
  • DUMBO, Washington StreetManhattan Bridge framed by brick warehouses.
  • Flatiron Building and Madison SquareThe wedge-shaped tower seen from the plaza.
  • Gantry Plaza State ParkRiverside piers in Queens with a full Midtown skyline.
  • Grand Central TerminalThe main concourse and its starry ceiling; no tripods.
  • Staten Island FerryFree ferry from Whitehall with views of the Statue of Liberty.
  • Times SquareNeon screens and crowds, most striking after dark.
  • Top of the RockObservation deck facing the Empire State Building; needs a ticket.
  • Washington Square ParkThe arch, the fountain and street musicians.
  • West Village streetsBrownstones and tree-lined streets; residents live here, keep stoops free.

New York photo spots guide

The best NYC spots for Instagram photos and reels: DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, Grand Central and the skyline, with best light and local rules.

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