NYC Transformed
“Random acts of kindness, however small, can transform the world.”
Amit Ray
CITY CYCLIST
Like many others here in the U.S., my husband and I are visiting family to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Our travels took us to New York City, where I was amazed to see there are still quite a few beautiful autumn leaves on the trees, transforming parts of the city into a colorful wonderland.
AUTUMN LEAVES
“Personal responsibility leads to national transformation.”
Sunday Adelaja
On a grand scale, nature can transform our world. In New York City, on a somewhat smaller scale, several cityscapes have been transformed into lovely parks and paths for residents’ enjoyment. In today’s post I’ve included scenes from Fort Washington Park which my husband and I visited earlier this week.
THISTLE
“Don’t ever stop believing in your own transformation.”
Lailah Delia
On a smaller level still, textures and effects can transform simple iPhone photos into interesting personal perspectives. I’ll close with an artistic view of the George Washington Bridge, as seen from the park. It serves to transform the city into an egress/ingress point for travelers like ourselves.
GW BRIDGE
“If you wish to transform, pretend this day until it is so.”
T.F. Hodge
As we enjoy our long weekend with family, both immediate and extended, love and friendship figures high among the many things for which we are grateful. May you be equally blessed.
WPC: Transformation
Travels and Trifles 
I love the techniques you used to transform these photos. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving and are enjoying the Christmas season
That is a side of NYC that we should be shown more of. It is beautiful and so serene too. So much in this world to be thankful for.
Thanks Pauline, there really are some truly lovely spots in the midst of the big city 😊
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And the same to you, Tina. Thank you.
Lovely thoughts and images, Tina. Hope you had a great holiday. I also traveled to NYC to spend the holiday with family! 🙂
LOL, wonder if we were ever in the same place at the same time! Thanks for stopping by Patti.
Did you go to the Met? The Jewish Museum? Maybe we were!
No, just family events this time. We are there often since our kids live there
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Hi Tina
Hope you had fun in NYC. Perhaps you can help me with two questions:
These pictures-How did you blow out the focus on the perimeter of these pictures and how did you give them such a gossamer yellow tone?
Photo on Canvas-When a photo is printed on canvas does it automatically lose some sharpness in its details?
The bridge photo should be entered in a contest for painters. It looks just like the Early Impressionists.
Andy
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Thanks so much Andy – will answer your questions separately. Always great to see your name pop up! >
Love this post! The photos are soft and lovely; I hope you will share with us how you processed them!
Thanks so much Kimball – happy to share any time. Mostly learned from the master – Kate Silvia. >
I like the way you processed the images. Excellent!
Thanks very much Sy
I especially like the impressionistic photo of the GWP bridge. Lovely colors.
Thanks Jane!
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I love the foggy or blurred edge feel here, Tina.
and I remember other times when you have checked in from traveling to NY. So fun when bloggers do this because in a way – they let us roam with them – or it just adds a personal touch.
and we went baltimore and also found a lot of color to still be soaked up – I guess the warmer weather has delayed the final dropping of leaves along the upper east coast.
oh and the bike image is my fav of the post – the meandering dashed street line and the straight on bike tire – with the edge – very cool
Many thanks Yvette! Yes, the biker came along at a perfect moment, happily. And I think you’re right about traveling through others’ blog posts. I know it helps me decide where to go next :-). >
🙂 well enjoy your time in NY and safe travels home
just gorgeous Tina!!! brilliant shots with your special touch makes for a true work of art!! thank u for sharing holiday in NYC!!!
My pleasure April – thanks for checking in and Happy Holidays to you! >
We are on the same page ! I like the artistic effects with the bridge and will have to give it a try.
Always fun to play with the photos, esp iPhone shots! Thanks GF!! >
Love seeing New York through your eyes..the GW Bridge my favorite!
Thanks GF! Great place to visit as they say😎
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Wonderful autumnal photos in New York, Tina. Sounds like you caught the last gasp of fall when you visited. Really like the first quote Amit. The smallest thing you do or say can leave such a profound impact – sometimes it is the small acts of kindness that help us see the bigger picture. Happy Thanksgiving. We don’t celebrate it here in Australia but no reason why we can’t be thankful and greatful. Always good to do, and remind ourselves to be thankful and greatful. Hope you and your husband are having good time together. Wishing you well, and stay together 🙂
Thanks Mabel – yes, “last gasp” is probably the perfect description! But I expected all of the leaves to have fallen so I was pleasantly surprised. Agree, more gratitude would be good for us all!
That second photo is my favorite. It caught my eye in my WP “reader”.
Thanks PJB – my favorite also 🙂
Tina, what a wonderful contribution to autumn, in words and images.
Thanks Cornelia – it’s a beautiful time of year.
I love the way you transform your autumn photos into art. And yes, gratitude can be surprisingly transformative too. Lovely post. Thank you.
My pleasure – good to think about how fortunate we are – and not just at Thanksgiving!
Beautifully done Tina.
Thanks Maverick!
Beautiful take on the challenge!
Thanks very much DM – appreciate your visit and comment.
Lots of lovely textures going on here Tina. You remind me to have another play with those! Hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving and are enjoying your time away from home. Always much in life to appreciate.
Much indeed Jude – thanks for stopping by!
Beautiful transformations, Tina! I love autumn and I’m happy NYC still had a nice fall show for you. Hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful!
It surely was Terri, thanks. Amazed at how long the leaves have lasted here and truly loved our Thanksgiving with 20+ family. Much to be thankful for.
Very pretty use of textures and colors, Tina. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with everyone in NYC.
Thanks Jane – hope you’re enjoying the wee one and her parents on your southern adventure!
Lovely golden layers, Tina. Wish you a lovely Sunday!
Thank you Leya – and the same to you!
Very artistic and creative shots, Tina. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Isabel – my pleasure!
Have a great time, Tina. Loved the various layers and you narrative with inspiring quotes. We don’t celebrate Thanksgiving in England, but we have a lot to be grateful for! x
Thanks Dina – really every day should be one on which we give thanks, don’t you think?!
Lovely images, as ever, Tina.. Wishing you a great weekend!
Thanks Sue, same to you!
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Lovely. 🙂
Thank you Judy
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Your French Impressionist GW Bridge is quite lovely. These are gorgeous images Tina. I hope you are having a lovely weekend with your family. It’s what life is all about and gives us so much to be thankful for. Warmest wishes and a very Happy Thanksgiving weekend.
I agree wholeheartedly Andrew. Best to you and yours also
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Love these autumn pics of NYC. I tend to take pictures that every tourist takes of monuments and places of interest. You’re reminding me to look closely to see nature’s beauty. And I really love the artwork in the last picture. Nicely done. Happy Thanksgiving!
A lovely compliment, thanks so much!
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I love this park along the Hudson River. Your photos are always amazing!
Many thanks Aixa—we do too!
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A lovely post Tina. Thank you for sharing these beautiful images and wise words.
my pleasure Rupali, thanks for your visit
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Enjoyed each image for its charm, happy holiday season.
Thanks very much Sally – and a happy holiday season to you too! >
I am ever grateful for you…lovely photos and meaningful thoughts.
And the vice is versa Wilma – we have much to be thankful for. >