ramon b. nuez jr. | photography
….building stories one photo at a time
It is my intention to present - through the medium of photography - intuitive observations of the natural world which may have meaning to the spectators. -- Ansel Adams Technical Mumbo Jumbo Camera: Nikon D5000 Lens: 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Tripod: None Exposure: 1/500 sec at f/5.6 Focal Length: 17 mm ISO Speed Rating: 640 Flash: None 1 Exposure Location: Brooklyn … [Read more...]
Fine Art Printing Services by Robert Rodriguez Jr. Photography What makes us different? We’re not a lab, but a small dedicated print studio operated by pro photographer and master printer Robert Rodriguez Jr. This means we’re artists just like you are, and understand the specific needs of photographers when it comes to prints. We speak the language, and approach print making from a … [Read more...]
Tim Hetherington was born on December 5 1970. In Birkenhead, England. But on April 20, 2011 he was tragically killed in Misrata, Libya. By ballistic trauma. And who was he you ask -- a friend, a son, an uncle, a brother, a boyfriend but most importantly Tim was a photojournalist. Who was best known for Restrepo -- a 2010 documentary film about the Afghanistan War. But then again Tim … [Read more...]
So this past Saturday, I made plans to head up to Central Park for a blue hour photowalk. I did not schedule this walk with anyone but myself. Why -- well it's a bit difficult getting together a bunch of people at 5:30 AM ;-) Yeah, not to mention you need to be a little bit off-center to get up that early in the morning. For no other reason than to take pictures. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
View the "Great Places In New York City" notebook on Springpad This a curated list of some of the places to visit in New York City. I was born and raised in Manhattan. And now I spend a great deal of my time photographing NYC. So I hope to bring you some of the very best places to checkout while you are in New York. And always checkout Google Local New York for some of the … [Read more...]
By far one of New York City's most prized possessions is Central Park. The Park is enjoyed by both old and young nearly 365 days a year. During the summer months Central Park is very busy -- playing host to families, boat races, softball games and quiet strolls with a loved ones. And in the colder months -- while not as busy -- Central Park is still buzzing. Primarily with handsome cab … [Read more...]
Growing up I knew that I was Latino. And how could I think myself differently? My mother and father spoke to me in Spanish. And I ate rice and beans seven days a week. But still -- I felt misplaced. Or more specifically out-of-place. I grew up on 93rd and First Avenue. I attended St. Joseph's on 87th and First Avenue. Both in New York City. So my life before my teens was spent -- primarily -- … [Read more...]