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All around the edges of Central Park, there are skads of artists offering their services to NYC visitors. Sure, some of their products tend toward the kitschy or souvenir, and that sort of thing certainly has its place.
But, some of these folks are quite talented. We met a nice Asian man who was doing charcoal drawings from subject matter as small as a wallet photo. He really seemed to do excellent work, putting an incredible amount of detail and expression into what is still essentially "fast food art". We decided to have him do a sketch of our oldest son, Jeff, all decked out in his college marching band uniform. When we returned some 45 minutes later to pick up the completed drawing, we were astounded as to how well it had turned out. It has made a very interesting addition to the bedroom of our boy, who is now away at college.
As you can see from the photo, the artist rendered his creation from a tiny wallet photo that I carry. He charged us $40, which he stated was half-price, "special deal". From what I see, "half-price, special deal" was offered to all. : ) No matter, his work was very good, he was friendly, and we are enjoying his simple and yet expressive talent back home in Tallahassee.
As I say, these artists are set up all around Central Park. This particular fellow was doing his thing on Central Park South, just east of where it intersects the Avenue of the Americas (6th Avenue) Leave a Comment
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| | | | Central Park: America's most famous city park. Central Park, NYC | Tip Rating: | | | | |
I like parks anywhere. And when it comes to city parks, Central Park is perhaps America's, if not the world's, most famous. A huge slice of trees, water and grass smack dab in the middle of NYC, Central Park begins (near midtown) at Central Park South (aka 59th Street) and continues on and on to the north, between Central Park West (aka 8th Avenue) and Fifth Avenue.
There's everything to do on a lovely NY afternoon in Central Park, including radio-controlled boats, walking and jogging, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Central Park Zoo, park vendors and artists, the Museum of Natural History, as well as the famous Tavern on the Green restaurant.
And most important, to me anyway, is the opportunity to do nothing except stroll and enjoy nature and fresh air. If I lived in NYC, I can guarantee that I'd spent lots and lots of my time in Central Park, perhaps near one of the reservoirs or lakes, enjoying the waterfowl.
My wife and I just enjoyed watching the people of New York, both native and visitor, enjoying themselves in the gentle and graceful arena that is Central Park, the most famous slice of greenspace in urban America. Leave a Comment
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| | | | Central Park: Carriage tours, for a gentle tour of Central Park | Tip Rating: | | | | |
Although we chose not to take one, a carriage ride through Central Park appears to be an enjoyable and peaceful way to visit this lovely park. (We chose to get some exercise, hence the decision not to procure a carriage)
The drivers are quite knowledgeable and attentive as they meander throughout and around Central Park, judging from the commentary we "overheard" as they passed by. I would think that on a cold day, riding with a blanket and a thermos of hot coffee (or perhaps some other adult liquid treat) would be a lot of fun. Or maybe......a nighttime ride with your honey, guys? Sounds like some serious snuggling opportunity.
The going rate is $34 for 1/2 hour, and $10 per 1/2 hour after that. And yes, you can feed the horses a little snack, too.
Here's an update. On my latest NYC trip, we DID take a carriage ride. Our driver was a nice Irish guy, James Gildea. Great info and repartee during our 20 minutes. Leave a Comment
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