Hypegolf Photo Essay: Early Nine at Silver Lake Golf Course

Golf season is back in the Northeast! For many New Yorkers, taking public transportation is the easiest way to reach the city’s public golf courses.

We were all new to Silver Lake Golf Course and eager for a different kind of experience. The sunrise ferry ride, with the city skyline as our backdrop, was a truly unforgettable moment. I’ve been a golf photographer for some time, but this was my first time shooting on film. Using a 1950s camera—without autofocus or any automatic settings—made me take a more deliberate and careful approach.

I really wanted to capture that feeling of being in the zone early in a game – you know, when the sun’s low, everything’s quiet, and there’s a peacefulness to it all. I thought a certain visual style would really bring that to life, like an old film. It’s supposed to feel like a relaxing walk in nature, a break from all the city noise.

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2026-05-11 16:25