The storm on Sunday was termendous, a blizzard for the record-books. Watching from our window, the lamp-posts were shaking, snow was flying sideways, and lighting was flashing in the distance.
I left for work a bit early yesterday so that I could snap some pictures on my way to the hospital. (It also gave me a great excuse to play with a new lens.)
The city looked amazing. Outside our apartmnt, there was almost two feet of snow–untouched except for a narrow path of footsteps leading down the street. Major streets were somewhat cleared, but the sidewalks and side-streets were filled with snow throughout the day. In true New York fasion, the pedestrians took over the nearly empty roads. Most drivers either couldn’t access their cars, or played it safe and stayed home.
The parks were filled with snow.
A Chanel-7 van was stuck near Madison Park (on the way to Brooklyn), so the team reported from there. I admit I alternated between hoping she would pull me aside to interview me, and hoping the camera wouldn’t be on when I walked past.
Many shops were closed for business, so most of the people out on the streets seemed to either be enjoying the scene or working their shovels.
I was so happy when work ended early and I could meet up with Ashley. We treked through the streets (and, occasionally, along the sidewalk).
Fifth Avenue was unusually quiet (and free of post-holiday shoppers).
A warming cup of coffee at 202.
The wind was so intense that at times it seemed as if it were still snowing–so much snow was swirling off the rooftops.
Many drivers had abandoned their cars (even the occasional taxi).
It was a most spectacular snow day.
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WOW!
I love this set of pictures! New York looks beyond amazing!!
And btw, which lens did you get for christmas (I guess)?
Viele Gruesse, Kristina
I love Ashley's coat! is it a Canadian Goose one?
These pictures are amazing! To think I was there 4 weeks ago and it was cold and dry, this is just so crazy!
My GOsh I would have loved to have been there walking around with my camera taking in the beautiful snow! your pictures are great–I especially love the icicles & the cute little bird
Sounds like you lived up your snow day! Have fun!
Great Photos! I'm so jealous you guys got so much snow! Glad you're enjoying it! Maybe I'll get stuck in snow when I'm there in a couple weeks!
Thanks, Lucie! It's actually my new Christmas gift from Aron–Barney's Co-op. It was put to the test and worked like a champ on day one. Funny thing is that his IS Canada Goose (an Earnest Sewn edition).
It's crazy even to us–all the snow. We haven't had a storm like this, that we could enjoy during the day, in any of our previous 3 winters.
Aron got a new 50mm f/1.8 from my parents. He's loving it!
These photos are amazing! May I post one and link back to your blog, please? Thank you! (p.s. you guys stay warm & safe out there!) xoxo.
Of course, Nicole–thank you!
I love your photos from the snow storm. I am still home in CT from Northern California, and I was so happy to see snow before heading back tomorrow night. Somehow, snow makes Christmas feel more Christmasy. I miss the city in the snow too. Everyone really rallies together, don't they?
Incredible. Wow! This is the best coverage of the blizzard. More than I could have asked for! Thank you. It's beautiful.
Super impressive! It makes me smile when I think that it was total chaos in Paris last week with just a few centimeters of snow; it's nothing compared to this! Great photos anyway!
really like your report!
I had here in Poland also great blizzards, but for this place is rather normal… however, I really like the story and photos. Like them because they show the great snow as a obstacle for The City but also the beauty of the snow. Really nice post! 
kisses
As always, love the photos! It reminds me of being a kid and hoping for snow days. It's a good thing you received that coat for Christmas, Ashley!
craaazy! i've never seen new york after a snow stomr before! i love when mother nature slows down a crazy city!
Stunning!!! I love your new photos (well all really!!) What kind of new lens did you get?? I just got a new 50mm 1.8 but am thinking i need another to supplement zooming….well love to hear your thoughts!
I have never even been to NYC but looking at your photos was like taking a quick trip there! Thank you for letting me experience New York in winter
Wow, I love these pictures. Makes me miss the City once again. Don't we just love a snow day every once in a while? I'd say yes if it leaves us with pretty pictures like these. Thanks for sharing, Aron.
What GREAT shots! I love, love, love snow!!
These pics are beautiful. Enjoy the snow—nothing better than a good cup of coffee to boot.
These photos are fabulous! You always know how to make everything so beautiful and festive. And yes, I always hope reporters will interview me also. It would be so fun!
Lovely photographs!
Boston looks the same – especially with all of the pedestrians taking over! Most people would rather not drive on suddenly smaller streets with even less parking than usual….
windeater.blogspot.com
Lovely clicks!
lovely pictures!
http://www.zizibloom.blogspot.com
These are great pics. For now I am loving the snow and winter(ask me in 2 months and I might be feeling differently) we didn't get as much up here in Mass. but it sure is beautiful.
Thank you for the wonderful photos. They are as beautiful as a Guy Wiggins winter painting!
Amazing shots Aron! The new lens is being put to work…looks like an amazing thing to experience…happy new year to you both!
You two are true New Yorkers!
The California winter here has been a wet one for a change. Hot one day, then raining the next… that's L.A. for ya. Great shots with the new lens!! Thanks for sharing, have fun & be safe!
Unbelievable shots – much different from the suburban experience
I'll be sure to reference this post next time we have a dusting in Paris that leads everyone to scream "blizzard"!
you guys!!! this is such an amazing post. i love the photos, and your descriptions totally capture the city, post-snowstorm. Epic!
Fresh snow in NYC is always amazing. A beautiful snow day indeed.
Aww, that looks like so much fun. I love snow when it's first fallen and still so beautiful!
awesome time right/ love new york in a blizzard. great pics.
awesome time right/ love new york in a blizzard. great pics.
http://misssilencedogood.blogspot.com/
wow. i was curious to hear about all the snow in the city, but your pictures pretty much say it all. lovely shots as usual!
ps i love the 50 mm lens! mine never leaves my camera. it's hard to go back to a higher f stop no?
i can only imagine how fun nyc would be in the snow – besides warm in my house that's the next place i'd love to be in a snowstorm like we just had (i'm in boston. we had almost as much as you guys i think!)
These are fantastic shots! And looks like you had a fun day.
You take amazing photos! I'm glad your snow experience was much nicer than mine! lol. Maybe the next storm I'll be home and able to enjoy it instead of trying to travel. Boo!
Happy soon to be New Year!
Oooh! It looks magical. What a way to spend a day!
A spectacular post for a spectacular day!
Wow, that was amazing. GREAT Photos!
i cant believe how much snow the city got. Insane.
x
Nicole
http://nicolefranzen.blogspot.com/
love your NYC snow picts especially the one with the bike
Cristina
Italy
Thanks for the amazing photos!
i'm just loving all the snowy photos!! how amazing and almost eerie to see new york at such a slow(er) pace…very neat
I'm so sad I missed this! I was in Miami visiting family. Even though it's an inconvenience in the long run, there's nothing more magical than a snowy NYC…
the photos are amazing! i live in georgia, so i can't even imagine that much snow!
I LOVE THIS. I live in Chicago and I think I'm the only person here who loves winter! I'm jealous all your snow and hope that we get that much before spring rolls around…
wonderful photos, thanks for sharing!
i love seeing how other people react to snow! being from canada nobody gets excited about some snow.
but this is A LOT of snow!
and these are great pictures
i love that coat!
These photos are just stunning. Wish I could see New York like that just once. Stay Warm!
Hilary Anne
Bumbleandbear.blogspot.com
That poor bird.
What a fantastic photospread. We were in town for the blizzard, then stayed through the new year when everything turned to sludge. Thank you for reminding me of how beautiful the first days were…
These pictures are absolutely lovely. I'm in TX, I just can't imagine all that snow.
Stay warm!
X,
http://www.brittanyhavican.blogspot.com
I wish I was there…
What AWESOME photos of New York and the snow! Thanks for sharing them!
Sweet blog! Will be back to read more posts!
Rambles with Reese
my god!! now i want to visit new york even more!!
amazing pictures!!
Linda
http://julianlinda.blogspot.com/
this is so wonderful! your pictures are just stunning. i was supposed to go to new york in the heart of the blizzard, but a flu had me stuck here in montreal. glad these pictures gave me a taste of what i missed!
Hey guys,
I am new to your blog but was amazed at all your pictures. Could you please let me know what camera you used to take these blizzard photographs. I am no expert with cameras but I have been seriously thinking about getting a more professional style camera. I loved the quality of your images. If you could let me know the camera you used I would really appreciate. Thanks so much!
Thanks everyone! I'm glad you enjoy them as much as I enjoyed taking them!
Nerissa- Thanks! Ashley and I share a canon Rebel T2i. In our posts prior to April, we were using an Rebel XT. We typically have a 28-105 canon zoom lens on the camera but some of these were shot with 50mm f 1.8 canon lens.
What magical, wonderful photos! I was in sunny Australia for Christmas and so sadly (luckily?) missed all the snow in England. Although the weather is currently really mild here, I'm praying there will be a January blizzard yet!
Miss B xx
These photos are amazing! They show how much fun blizzards can be in NYC or, I suppose, anywhere!
I left NYC 6 months ago after 8 years and these pictures make me want to cry. NYC I miss you so muchhhhh
I love the pictures! They are wonderful, such great shots! It looks like you had a great time.