Apple Store Balcony view of Grand Central Terminal

This shot was taken from the Apple Store balcony looking down onto the south end of Grand Central Station. Located at 42nd Street and Park Avenue in Midtown, enter into Grand Station Terminal via the street or train and make your way into the main ticketing hall. By Subway: - Closest Station: Grand Central Station (4, 5, 6, 7 Trains)

The terminal is completely indoors, so you can visit anytime.

In the morning, the sunrise will come through and the lighting can be too harsh. Once the sun is above the horizon there won't be as many shadows, so go midday for the best lighting.

Using a wide-angle lens (16mm) will help to capture the frenetic energy in the room. It's a large space so you want to get everything in frame.

You need a permit to use a tripod at this location, so I just used the balcony ledge of the Apple store. You can set the camera on the railing and it will have the same effect as a tripod would.

To capture the movement of the commuters, utilize a shutter drag. This technique uses a slower shutter speed to capture motion of moving subjects in your shot.

Grand Central Station has so much more to offer than just transportation. Visit the shops or grab a bite to eat while you're there. The food hall has some really great restaurant options!