A noir, wide-angle photograph in landscape orientation that captures a dense crowd of demonstrators during the No Kings protest on March 28, 2026, looking north from 7th Avenue at the intersection of West 35th Street in Manhattan. Tall skyscrapers line both sides of the street, creating a deep urban canyon under a bright, mostly clear sky. In the foreground and middle ground, numerous protesters hold a variety of signs and flags. A prominent rectangular poster in the center reads "THE TURD REICH" in bold letters, featuring six caricatured portraits of political figures in military-style uniforms. Nearby, a large circular sign lists a series of grievances, including terms like "THUG," "RACIST," "SEXIST," and "GRIFTER." The atmosphere of the rally is captured through a mix of handmade and printed materials reflecting a range of social and political concerns. The crowd is shown from the chest up, with many individuals holding their signs high, their backs to the camera as they face toward the heart of Midtown. Late afternoon sun is casting long shadows across the scene.
📍 Penn Station
📷 100mm • f/2.8 • 1/638s • ISO 25 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in square aspect ratio that captures captures an activist in the midst of a "Resist Fascism" protest, positioned directly in front of the Trump International Hotel & Tower at 1 Central Park West in Manhattan. The woman, with her dark hair pulled back into a high ponytail, is shown in profile, her face expressive with passion as she leads a chant through a large, white ThunderPower bullhorn. She is dressed in a black hoodie and a vibrant red-and-black patterned scarf, a color scheme often associated with anti-fascist movements. The background of the image provides a sense of the urban protest environment, with the distinctive bronze-tinted glass of the Trump hotel looming behind her. Metal police barricades and a flash of a red protest banner are visible in the shallow depth of field, centering the focus entirely on her leadership. The lighting is bright and direct, highlighting the intensity of the moment and the grit of the demonstration as she rallies the crowd against the backdrop of one of the city's most controversial landmarks.
📍 Central Park
📷 100mm • f/2.8 • 1/638s • ISO 25 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, medium-angle photograph in portrait orientation that captures a protestor standing in Columbus Circle. A woman with vibrant red hair, wearing a black beanie with a Carhartt logo, dark-rimmed glasses, and a tan hoodie that reads "you are enough." In her right hand, she holds a large black sign with bold white hand-painted letters that read "DROP FILES NOT BOMBS." In her left hand, she carries a smaller white sign that says "FIGHT ignorance NOT immigrants," featuring a heart-shaped American flag icon. The background shows a bustling outdoor city environment with cobblestone ground and other individuals blurred in the distance. To the left, a bright orange bus is partially visible, and several people in winter clothing walk through the plaza. the lighting is bright and natural, capturing the protestor in a sharp focus that highlights the texture of the signs and the cheerful expression on her face amidst the active demonstration.
📍 Columbus Circle
📷 100mm • f/2.8 • 1/120s • ISO 40 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in landscape orientation that captures a No Kings outdoor protest in Columbus Circle, Manhattan. The scene is surrounded by tall modern buildings under a bright, clear sky. In the foreground, the primary focal point is a woman seen from behind with vibrant pink hair tied in a ponytail. She is wearing a dark navy blazer featuring a bold, white-lettered political statement that reads: "A WOMAN SPEAKING UNINTERRUPTED IS A RADICAL ACT." On the sleeve is reads "Fuck Trump." Just beside her, another individual stands in profile wearing a wide-brimmed black sombrero with silver trim and a multi-colored striped serape, adding to the eclectic and expressive nature of the crowd. The midground and background are filled with a diverse group of demonstrators and onlookers, many in winter coats and hats. To the right, a man in a tan jacket and another in a black puffy vest stand near stone steps, while further back, yellow umbrellas from street vendor carts and various colorful signs are visible among the throng of people. The atmosphere appears active and densely populated, framed by the towering glass and brick architecture of the midtown skyline.
📍 Columbus Circle
📷 24mm • f/1.8 • 1/285s • ISO 80 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in landscape orientation that captures a vibrant and crowded protest scene at Columbus Circle in Manhattan, set against a backdrop of towering modern glass skyscrapers and historic brick buildings. A dense, diverse crowd of people occupies the plaza. In the foreground, several individuals are holding sheets of paper while singing together. A tall flagpole stands prominently on the right, flying a large rainbow Pride flag topped with a smaller American flag, while a few smaller American flags and signs are scattered throughout the crowd. The atmosphere is energetic, illuminated by bright, direct early afternoon sunlight that creates sharp shadows across the pavement. The middle ground is filled with typical New York City street elements, including several Sabrett hot dog carts with their iconic blue and yellow umbrellas and a green food truck labeled "The Flavor of New York." Demonstrators hold various signs, with one visible in the distance referencing immigrant rights. To the far left, a Starbucks storefront is partially visible at the base of a brown residential building. On the right, a person in a striking fuzzy red coat and pink hat stands on a stone ledge, overlooking the gathering. The architecture in the background features the distinct geometric, crisscrossed bracing of the Hearst Tower, grounding the scene in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.
📍 Columbus Circle
📷 24 mm • f/1.8 • 1/1792s • ISO 100 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, medium-angle photograph that captures the No Kings protest in Columbus Circle, Manhattan. There is a protestor holding a large, hand-drawn sign featuring characters from the Peanuts comic strip. The sign depicts Linus sitting at a desk with two pumpkins, writing a letter that appears in a large speech bubble above him. The text reads, "Dear Great Pumpkin, please do something about your evil cousin." Beside him, a line drawing of Snoopy is shown with a smaller thought bubble containing a golden crown with a red "X" struck through it, signaling an anti-monarchy sentiment. The sign is held aloft by a wooden stake, positioned prominently in the foreground against a blurred background of other demonstrators and bare winter trees. To the right, a smiling woman in a white beanie and glasses holds another sign featuring the Sesame Street characters Elmo and Cookie Monster. In the far background, a third sign is partially visible with colorful block lettering that reads "Presidents are not kings" above a crown icon. The lighting is bright and natural, suggesting a clear day, and the crowd is dressed in heavy winter coats and hats.
📍 Columbus Circle
📷 48mm • f/1.8 • 1/6024s • ISO 64 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in landscape orientation that captures a powerful moment during the No Kings protest along 7th Avenue in Manhattan. A young woman with dark hair pulled back into a ponytail stands in profile, looking off to the side with a determined and calm expression. She has a striking red horizontal line painted across her face, spanning from one cheekbone across the bridge of her nose to the other. She is wrapped in a large American flag, which is draped over her shoulders and torso like a shawl, the red and white stripes and blue field with white stars prominently visible. Positioned next to her is a large, hand-drawn protest sign someone else is holding that reads "NO WAR NO KING NO ICE" in bold, vertical lettering. The words "NO" are filled in with solid red, while "WAR," "KING," and "ICE" are rendered in large, hollow, outlined letters. In the blurred background, other protesters fill the street and city buildings create a sense of a large-scale public demonstration. The afternoon lighting is natural and soft, highlighting the woman as the central figure of the composition against the bustling urban environment.
📍 Garment District
📷 100mm • f/2.8 • 1/121s • ISO 100 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in square aspect ratio that captures a dense crowd of demonstrators during the No Kings protest as it passed through Times Square, Manhattan. The perspective is from the plaza between Broadway and Seventh Avenue, looking northeast toward the iconic glowing billboards and architectural canyons of Midtown. In the foreground, a protestor’s arm reaches upward, holding a hand-painted blue and white sign that quotes religious scripture: "Jesus replied... 1) Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and mind. 2) LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF," with the final line emphasized in bold red lettering. The surrounding crowd is a diverse mix of individuals in winter attire, including beanies and heavy jackets, reflecting the brisk spring day. The background is a vibrant, shallow-focus blur of Times Square’s signature commercial displays, featuring large digital screens with pink and blue hues. The street is packed with people extending deep into the distance, framed by the scaffolding of New York City construction and the glass facades of skyscrapers under a bright, partly cloudy sky.
📍 Times Square
📷 48mm • f/1.8 • 1/3096s • ISO 64 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in portrait orientation that captures a dense crowd of No Kings protesters marching down a narrow canyon of skyscrapers on 7th Avenue in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. The perspective is from within the crowd, looking north toward a sliver of blue sky framed by the towering architecture of the city. A street sign in the lower right corner identifies the intersection as West 35th Street. Protesters are dressed in winter clothing, including beanies and heavy jackets, and are carrying a wide variety of handmade signs. The signs feature bold text and political slogans such as "AGITATE AGITATE AGITATE," "TIME TO PUT THIS FIRE OUT!," and "NO KINGS," alongside various anti-Trump imagery and symbols like a large watermelon slice cutout. The composition emphasizes the massive scale of the march, with the sea of people stretching far into the distance between the sunlit and shadowed facades of the buildings. The lighting creates a high-contrast environment, with bright sunlight hitting the upper stories of the skyscrapers on the right while the street level remains in partial shadow. In the foreground, the backs of protesters' heads and the tops of their colorful signs dominate the frame, creating a sense of being physically present within the demonstration. The overall atmosphere is one of active civic engagement and urban movement.
📍 Seventh Avenue
📷 100mm • f/2.8 • 1/638s • ISO 32 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in portrait orientation that captures the No Kings protest march on Seventh Avenue near 40th Street in the Garment District neighborhood of Manhattan on March 28, 2026. In the foreground, a diverse group of demonstrators marches toward the camera. A woman in a vibrant purple puffer jacket and lavender beanie walks centered in the frame, flanked by others holding handmade signs. One prominent sign features a red "X" over a King of Diamonds playing card with the text "NO KINGS here! This is a democracy not a monarchy or a dictatorship!!!" To her right, a woman in a black jacket and red gloves holds a sign that reads "RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES BITCH" in bold red and black lettering. Other visible signs include messages like "THE ONLY MINORITY DESTROYING AMERICA IS THE RICH" and "RELEASE THE FILES." The background showcases the urban canyon of Midtown Manhattan just south of Times Square, with towering glass and stone skyscrapers lining the street under a clear sky. On the right, the facade of a building features a "Paris Baguette Catering" sign and a large advertisement with a person wearing bright red-rimmed glasses. To the far left, a man with a tan backpack and orange beanie holds up a smartphone to record the crowd. Late afternoon sunlight is filtering onto the scene.
📍 Times Square
📷 48mm • f/1.8 • 1/906s • ISO 64 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, medium-angle photograph in portrait orientation that captures a densely packed No Kings protest march along 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The street is lined with tall, urban buildings and commercial signage. In the foreground, two women lead the way, each holding a hand-drawn cardboard sign. The woman on the left, wearing sunglasses and a white quilted vest over a dark jacket, holds a white sign that reads "REPUBLICANS: STOP BENDING A KNEE!" with a small crown drawn over the word "KNEE." The woman to her right, wearing a maroon puffer jacket, holds a larger cardboard sign that reads "GUNS HAVE MORE RIGHTS THAN MY VAGINA." Their expressions are focused and determined as they walk through the crowd. The background is filled with other protesters, some holding American flags and additional signs, including one that says "STOP THE WAR!" and another red sign partially visible on the left. The lighting is natural and slightly darkened due to nearby buildings blocking afternoon sunlight.
📍 Garment District
📷 48mm • f/1.8 • 1/939s • ISO 80 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR
A color, wide-angle photograph in portrait orientation that captures a rare, expansive view looking south down Seventh Avenue from 52nd Street toward Times Square. The broad asphalt canyon is strikingly empty of vehicles, cleared for an upcoming protest march. In the foreground, a few scattered pedestrians and a cyclist cross the wide street, while a single black police SUV sits at a red light on the left. In the mid-ground, a dense crowd of people begins to swell, filling the street and sidewalks as they head south. The towering skyscrapers on either side create a deep linear perspective, drawing the eye toward the horizon where the blue sky and soft white clouds peek through the urban corridor. The architecture is a mix of classic stone facades and modern glass towers, many of which are adorned with the vibrant, glowing digital billboards characteristic of the Theater District. On the right, American flags flutter from a building near the "I LOVE NY GIFTS" shop and the Playwright Tavern. Bright yellow traffic lights hang over the empty lanes, their glow contrasting with the cool shadows cast by the buildings. The lighting is crisp and natural, with sunlight hitting the upper stories of the skyscrapers and casting long, soft shadows across the street, emphasizing the scale and temporary stillness of the normally bustling Manhattan thoroughfare.
📍 Seventh Avenue
📷 100mm • f/2.8 • 1/638s • ISO 25 • iPhone 17 Pro Max • AVIF HDR