We post weekly New York Lifestyle content on our YouTube channel. Join me and some of my special guests on my Street PhotographyAdventures where I show you the best of the New York streets and art culture. Follow me on YouTube @moeranyc.
Beatdown Rhythm /S2/ Episode 06: Coney Island
Known for its oddities, Coney Island is a magical place for Street Photography. The Coney Island Lighthouse is on my radar, but instead I find myself in a tough situation climbing a rusted wall, avoiding the salt of the sea, and observing some strange people.
Beatdown Rhythm /S2/ Episode 05: Daystar
In this Beatdown Rhythm episode Mr. Robot meets with Decontee Tobias Williams aka Lord Daystar Shandala to learn a little history, talk philosophy, and photograph our journey to Liberty Island.
Beatdown Rhythm /S2/ Episode 04: Wall Street
It is an interesting night on Wall Street for some street photography. We take our camera to an art show, then we visit John Wick’s The Continental, and onward to Pier 17.
Beatdown Rhythm /S2/ Episode 03: Photo Dispatch
On our way home from Printique (an Adorama Company) print lab to review our photo results shot from the Leica Q3 and Nikon Z8 cameras. 8×10 Luster paper. Let’s review and see how these turned out. Special cameo by John Turturro!
Beatdown Rhythm /S2/ Episode 02: The Met Cloisters
We venture in to The Met Cloisters for an old world photo tour of this medieval art museum. It is free to New York residents. Beautiful art, reverb in every room, green gardens, and the feel of a rebuilt monastery.
Beatdown Rhythm /S2/ Episode 01: Tweed Tunnels
The WW1 Shooting Range Tweed Tunnels in Nyack, New York are located in Blauvelt State Park. They used to be a rifle range back in 1910, and these ruins of Camp Bluefield is all that remain. The tunnels were used to prevent the soldiers from catching a stray bullet as they ventured from one side of the range to the other. Filled with graffiti, cave crickets, wolf spiders, and wildlife, the Tweed Tunnels are an interesting area to explore for photography.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 24: Williamsburg Tour
After crossing the Williamsburg Bridge Pedestrian Path, we head over to Bedford Ave for a walkthrough of Williamsburg Experience.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 23: SantaCon
Santas are out and about all over New York and on the top of the naughty list is none other than comedian Steph Marc @stephmarcshow . Performing his funny bits out in the center of the universe.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 22: Brooklyn Photo Walk
Calm and chill morning photo walk out in Brooklyn Heights to Atlantic Ave. We run into a Hamptons production where I inadvertently become a background extra.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 21: Astra Lumina
Round 1 FIGHT! The vendors go at it for a few rounds of back and forth in Bryant Park. Then, we head over to Flushing Queens, New York to experience the Astra Lumina in the rain at the Queens Botanical Garden.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 20: East River Greenway
In this episode we get a strict warning from Grimace about surveillance cameras over at the East River Greenway in Manhattan, New York. It’s Thanksgiving Day, and we take some underpass photos by FDR and focus on the sister bridges Manhattan & The Brooklyn. Join me for a quick photo walk this past Thanksgiving Day.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 19: Protests at Rockefeller
My initial attempt to see the Rockefeller Tree Lighting Ceremony was a bust. No backpacks allowed. So, I made my way into 5th Ave when I saw there was a protest going on. Passions were high and things got a little out of hand, but it’s just another day of photography out in New York.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 18: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
It’s Thanksgiving Day in New York. We head over to Columbus Circle to watch the event unfold and maybe take a few photos of the character balloons. Here are all the major highlights from Grogu, Monkey D. Luffy, The cast of Good Burger 2, Jimmy Fallon and the Roots, and the Big Guy Santa Clause.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 17: Flushing Hot Pot
On the way to Flushing, Queens for some Hot Pot and we begin this episode with some Subway Shenanigans. In Flushing we get some tongue action, a bit of street merch, and lastly some nice Hot Pot.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 16: Coney Island Sideshow
A must see attraction over in Coney Island. Watch Alaska and Maggie perform their magical and sensual glass breaking, sword swallowing, and nose tricks all at the Coney Island Sideshow.
Beatdown Rhythm /S1/ Episode 15: Bones & The Dark Tower
Bones gets hospitalized but makes a speedy recovery to service a new blue hair customer. Captain Jack creates a revolutionary teleporter. Bones acquires a phone and a surprise ending gives hope to conquering The Dark Tower.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 14: San Gennaro Feast
We begin this adventure in the Catacombs by Candlelight. Above, the great Feast of San Gennaro out in Little Italy. A few days of eating and walking around a crowded Mulberry Street.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 13: Time Sq Mariachi
Special Guest: Marc the Don and Mr. Robot head to Chinatown for a pork bun. Somehow ending up in Times Square to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. Can I get a hell no?
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ The Bones Show Special
Our regularly scheduled Beatdown Rhythm gets cancelled and replaced by THE BONES SHOW. This local artist wears a championship belt on his ear, does a Mike Tyson impression, and tells us about his crazy experiences in New York.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 12: Chinatown Photography
In our last episode we experienced some excitement in Brooklyn. This time we take a train to Soho and journey into the magical Chinatown for some Purple Yam. Matilda Djerf makes an appearance. You will also see Butt Cracks and how to properly maintain the hygiene with Burt’s Bees, some local artists, models, and more.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 11: NYPD Make Arrests
Another day in Brooklyn, New York. There was some large gatherings going on that got out of hand off of Atlantic Avenue and Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. A private school teacher on site stated that public school students were fighting while the NYPD closed in. Watch the footage, see for yourself. I’m just a street photographer capturing these moments. This is New York.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 10: Foto Dispatch
It is another Foto Dispatch from Printique an Adorama company to pick up some 5×7 photo prints. I’ll do some photography along the way, and when we see the results, I will showcase the paper types I purchased.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 9: Coney Island
Be looking good! All the way down to Coney! Special Guest Mr. Puffy. Let’s walk the famous Riegelmann Boardwalk on Coney Island to catch a glimpse of the life near the Atlantic. Lots of food and fun with the infamous Coney Island Circus Side Show.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 8: Bryant Park
What’s it like later in the day over at Bryant Park? The activity never stops with the people of New York (P.O.N.Y.). Today’s reocurring theme is expecting mothers and urination. Try and shield your eyes from the ugly but keep them open for the beauty.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 7: Bushwick to Times Square
Bushwick hits this time around as we find ourselves in a local fashion casting call photographing the models, artists, djs, and mcs. The street crusty donut and Times Square after hours serving up the late night entertainment.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 6: Foto Dispatch
Turnstile jumping, R Train, some prints, bumper bullies, and the guy who saved my life. All in this one video. We review our photo results from Printique. Keep it locked in on another Brooklyn adventure.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 5: Artechouse New York
Crazy visuals and informational data to keep your mind entertained for hours. Join me on this Artechouse New York location adventure to see what this emotional experience is all about!
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 4: Greenwich Village
A nightmare on 6th street! It’s a strange night with colorful creatures and an incredible Greenwich Village nightlife. Meet Freida Kruger, Osama, and 5 Minute Daniel as we stroll the area.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 3: Brooklyn Bridge
This is dangerous! An ordinary person spends his life avoiding tense situations. A photographer spends his life getting into tense situations. The Brooklyn minefields are active!
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 2: Times Square
The center of the universe! We make our way into Times Square to photography the uniqueness of the city. Watch as we discover the mystery of $6.00.
Beat Down Rhythm /S1/ Episode 1: Photo Print Results
The start of my channel with photography POV. I make my way to Printique an Adorama company to pick up my photo prints. We’ll see the quality of the paper types, and have a look at the print stack!
NYSE // Episode 1: A Train to Brooklyn ASMR
The New York Subway Experience. A little bit of Subway ASMR and Brain Food. It’s after hours and you miss the sounds of the subway night life. We introduce to you Tie Dye Teri and Nintendork as they accompany us into Brooklyn on this subway ride adventure filled with pop up knowledge.
NYSE // Episode 2: A Train to Howard Beach ASMR
The New York Subway Experience. Sit next to our guest musician Captain Hamilton as he plays some tunes on the harp. Relax and enjoy the asmr of the A train to Howard Beach Station.
Big Apple Moments
What’s the Big Apple looking like after hours? We take a trip from Philly to the center of the universe to find out.
New York Memory Lane 2010
This was the day I knew I was going to be here for the rest of my life. A compilation of my experience back in New York 2010 to reflect on the past.
Creative Short Films
Tour-Robot was a video created with the purpose of showing clients the creative studio environment of a design agency located in Frisco, Texas. The initial idea was to follow a wind up robot which toured around the studio office.
