kristina hill photography // blog

So, I’ve made a pact with myself to spend the next week shooting for me (after I work this weekend, of course). Yesterday I was feeling like a grump, so I decided to start my pact early, get motivated and head to Coney Island with P.

I adore Coney Island (see previous blog: Summery Things), but haven’t really been in a while. Though I feel guilty saying it, and I do admit that it is sad without Astroland, Coney Island is still great! I firmly believe that even the biggest sticks-in-the-mud can’t resist the fun of boardwalk. Come on… Claw Machines, Ski Ball, Soft-Serve Ice Cream, Kites (oh my)! Boardwalks and beaches always take me back to summer vacations with my family ‘down the shore’ (Yep, ’tis true. I’ve just revealed that I was born and raised in New Jersey!).

Okay, so on to the photographs:

On our walk to the D train, I spotted this sweet bike horn. I tend to photograph bike bells, but I couldn’t resist this one!

Normally, I curse the D train. Of all the trains I’ve lived off of, the D is kind of my least favorite. However, when it’s taking you to Coney, it’s not so bad!

In my “Summery Things” post, you get a different view of this sprinkler.

I’ve always been fascinated by the people who fish off of the Coney Island Pier. I just think it’s so much fun to watch them!

I watched this family fish together and interact for such a long time. They were so loving and fun to observe. This little boy was determined to catch a fish. He was so patient while his grandma (pictured) caught about five! His big sister was a total pro at removing the fish from the line and putting it in water! I’d never be able to do that without squirming!

This guy reads the paper out here every day. He used to work on a print press. He told me “Ink runs through my blood.”

The sky was totally amazing yesterday! Do you see the kite?!

Seriously, there is nothing like sweet light.

While I was photographing the sky, P was getting some raw clams.

While I won’t eat clams raw, I’ll happily photograph them! (Lensbaby 1.0)


The board walk was bustling and the sunset could not have been more perfect.


My photo taking was soundtracked perfectly by the music of Joseph Ardigo.

Okay, I admit, there are not-so-cheery parts to Coney Island, but they sure do add to its charm.

Goodnight Coney Island!