A recent trip to New York finally gave me the chance to experience a city I had only known from screens. My mission: to meet and interview Peter Hurley, one of the world’s leading headshot photographers, for my book on business photography.
Those days became more than research. They turned into long walks through endless streets, friendly encounters, and countless impressions. My feet were sore, but my notebook was full. Every corner offered something new – backdrops, light, faces, perspectives.
I visited the Empire State Building, where the view over Manhattan brought not just breathtaking sights but also food for thought. Only a few centuries ago, church towers had been the tallest landmarks. Today it is offices, antennas, and media hubs rising into the sky – symbols of another kind of power.
I even sat down in Central Park, my favorite place in the city, to write. Surrounded by trees in the middle of all that energy, I felt the balance between stillness and movement. New York is exhausting, yes – but also endlessly inspiring.
Hello, I'm Alexander. I create legacy portraits and stories for clients from the worlds of politics, culture and business. Feel free to get in touch if you want to take more control over the visual aspect of your narrative.