NYC Health + Hospitals / Queens
NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens is a large public hospital complex whose mix of older brick structures and newer glass and concrete additions creates layered architectural textures worth exploring. You can work the exterior facades for strong geometric compositions, using the contrasting materials and window patterns to build visual interest. Wide-angle lenses work well for capturing the full scale of the building against the sky, while a telephoto lets you compress and isolate repeating architectural details. Early morning is your best bet, when soft directional light rakes across the surfaces and foot traffic is minimal. The surrounding streets in Jamaica offer additional context for environmental urban shots that place the hospital within the neighborhood. Parking is available nearby and the location is straightforward to reach by subway on the E, J, or Z lines. (Jamaica, Queens, New York, United States)
