While staying with family friends in Long Island, I had time to explore New York on my own. I wanted to capture the performative and expressive nature of some of New York’s communities and places - the summer season of parades and marches was the perfect opportunity!

As well as photographing the main Pride march, I wanted to capture the feel of the city during this weekend. The way it took over the entire city - filtering into coffee shops and side streets - everywhere you looked!