Manhattan

Ice on the Hudson B&W

Sherry Felix16 Comments

The post before this one shows the same photographs in color. I like them both ways. I think I’m leaning more towards black and white.

Color versions: Ice on the Hudson – Sherry Felix – port4u

A black and white image of a frozen river with ice floes, alongside a wooden pier and barren trees. The skyline of a city is visible in the background under a cloudy sky.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
Black and white image of a frozen lake with large ice chunks, a wooden railing in the foreground, and a city skyline in the background under a clear sky.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
A frozen lakeshore with large chunks of ice scattered across the water's surface, framed by metal structures in the foreground and a city skyline in the background, all captured in black and white.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
A black and white photograph showing a frozen lake with ice floes in the foreground, leading to a city skyline in the background. There are skeletal structures partially visible over the ice, with a cloudy sky above.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
Black and white photo of a snowy landscape with a minimalist metal frame structure in the foreground, overlooking a city skyline with skyscrapers in the background.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
Black and white image of a river with ice floes, featuring weathered wooden pilings emerging from the water, and a fireboat in the background.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
Black and white image of an architecturally unique structure on stilts situated over a frozen river, surrounded by cracked ice and urban buildings in the background.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026

Ice on the Hudson

Sherry Felix11 Comments

Freezing temperatures led to the Hudson River icing over. It is even thicker now and an ice breaker was sent to clear a path. Marc and I photographed it on January 28.

Black and white versions: Ice on the Hudson B&W – Sherry Felix – port4u

A winter scene depicting a partially frozen water body with large ice formations, framed by a walkway and city skyline in the background under a clear blue sky.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
A frozen waterfront scene showcasing a dock with ice-covered water and scattered ice floes, set against a backdrop of a city skyline under a clear blue sky.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
Icy shoreline with a view of a city skyline, featuring broken ice sheets on the water and a metal structure in the foreground.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
View of a frozen lake with ice fragments and a city skyline in the background under a clear blue sky.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
A snowy landscape featuring a metallic outline of a house structure, with a view of a city skyline in the background. The foreground includes blue chairs and a few trees, while the scene is set on a clear, sunny day.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
A red fireboat navigating through icy waters with floating ice patches, alongside weathered wooden pilings in the foreground and a city skyline in the background.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026
Winter scene of a waterfront park with a unique architectural structure supported by columns, surrounded by ice on the river and a clear blue sky.
Ice at Hudson R Park 1/28/2026

Eastside and Westside Doors

Sherry Felix9 Comments

I had some doors form 2024 that I hadn’t published yet for Thursday Doors (see The Scottish Room – No Facilities).
Almost every street in upper Manhattan has lovely old buildings with magnificent doors.

A black door with the number 37, surrounded by decorative stonework, featuring an ornate archway and a sign indicating medical offices in Manhattan.
E 30 Street 10/16/2024
An ornate building entrance featuring decorative architecture, black wrought iron gate, and stairs, with a child standing nearby.
A grand historic building entrance in upper Manhattan featuring ornate architecture, double black doors, and decorative balcony railings, surrounded by autumn foliage and potted plants.
A close-up view of a beautifully crafted wooden door with intricate carvings and decorative glass panels, framed by a detailed architectural facade in upper Manhattan.
An ornate wooden door with intricate designs, flanked by flower pots, leading up a stone staircase decorated with various pumpkins and autumn flowers.
W 76 Street 10/29/2024
Elaborate wooden door with decorative glass panels and the number 21 above, flanked by planters and Halloween pumpkins.
W 76 Street 10/29/2024

Balloon Plant

Sherry Felix4 Comments

Balloon Plants are related to milkweed. There are some in the Shakespeare Garden in Central Park.

Close-up of Balloon Plants showcasing green, spiky seed pods attached to slender leaves.
Balloonplant (Gomphocarpus physocarpus), Central Park 10/15/2025
Close-up of Balloon Plant with a contrasting furry stem and green seed pod in a natural setting.
Balloonplant (Gomphocarpus physocarpus), Central Park 10/15/2025
Close-up view of Balloon Plants with green, spiky seed pods and broad green leaves, surrounded by various other plants.
Central Park 10/15/2025

Leaves

Sherry Felix6 Comments

Every Fall I look forward to making portraits and landscapes of autumn leaves.

A yellow leaf floating on dark, rippling water with a small ripple effect visible nearby.
Floating leaf, NYBG 10/11/2025
Close-up of vibrant red leaves with droplets of water, surrounded by green leaves and dry grass in a natural setting.
NYBG 10/11/2025
A green acorn and its spiky outer casing resting on a surface, accompanied by several oak leaves.
Turkey Oak (Quercus cerris), NYBG 10/11/2025
View of tree branches and leaves with vibrant yellow and green hues against a clear sky.
Central Park 10/15/2025
A close-up view of a green leaf on a bed of fallen yellow and brown leaves and pine needles.
Central Park 10/15/2025
A tree with heart-shaped yellow leaves set against a green background.
Yellow leaves, Central Park 10/15/2025

Hudson R Park Flora

Sherry Felix3 Comments

I found three species of sumac. Apparently, one can eat horse mushrooms. They are huge – about 8 inches wide.

Close-up of sumac leaves and clusters of red fruit
Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica), Hudson River Park 8/2/2025
Close-up of red sumac clusters surrounded by vibrant green leaves.
Smooth Sumac (Rhus glabra), Hudson River Park 8/2/2025
Close-up of sumac plants showcasing red, fluffy seed clusters surrounded by green leaves.
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina), Hudson River Park 8/2/2025
A close-up view of large horse mushrooms growing amidst green grass and plants in a natural setting.
Horse Mushroom (Agaricus arvensis), Hudson River Park 8/2/2025

Hudon R Park Fauna

Sherry Felix6 Comments

The Gansevoort Beach is a great place to find a variety of insects. Mother duck only had one ducking left.

Close-up view of a colorful insect resting on a green leaf, showcasing its distinctive patterns and wings.
European paper wasp (Polistes dominula), Hudson River Park 8/2/2025
A close-up of a bee resting on a pink flower, with green leaves in the background.
Common Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa virginica virginica) on a Cone Flower, Hudson Riv ere Park 8/2/2025
Close-up of a black and yellow insect feeding on a vibrant pink flower's center, surrounded by orange and yellow pollen.
Potter Wasp (Eumenes megaera) on a Cone flower, Hudson River Park 8/2/2025
A duckling standing on a moss-covered wooden post in water.
Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), Hudson River Park 8/2/2025
A female duck swimming in the water alongside a duckling.
Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), Hudson River Park 8/2/2025