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S. Miller wrote:

Hi Bob,

I'd be happy with all of these, particularly the last three. There's something about number two that I really like - I guess the juxtaposition of the silhouetted tree against the bridge support. You don't normally think of trees when NYC comes to mind, especially the bridges. For the third, I love different views of Grand Central. The typical shot is from the middle of Park at 41st, so I like taking it off-center to the west a bit like you did. Maybe a tighter crop just above the statue on top of the clock?

I like the last one as well (composition, shadows, exposure). I don't think I'd crop any tighter because you would lose the tunnel feeling from all of the scaffolding (which I really like). I don't mind the people on the left, though do agree that they are possibly distracting. Maybe next time wait for a similar couple in the middle but no one walking on the left? I know, could be asking for a bit much since you can't control the foot traffic.

I have a couple of questions for you. I'll be in the city tomorrow afternoon and am planning to stick around through early evening (3pm - 8pm) to hit some spots I've been meaning to photograph. I'm debating about what lenses to bring with my EM5.

mZD 9-18 and PL 25/1.4: definitely

mZD 45/1.8 - possible low light short-tele option

Pana 35-100/2.8 - low-ish light tele zoom option

If I leave the 35-100 at home, then in theory, I won't even need a camera bag. However, I just got the 35-100 so I'd love to take it for a spin. Any thoughts between the 45/1.8 and the 35-100? Neither? Also, I have a light tripod and I'm wondering if I should bring it or will it be more trouble than it's worth? I can only assume if I leave it home, I'll DEFINITELY find a shot that needs it.

Any advice you have is appreciated.