iconic imagery from coney island!

One of the most interesting parts of our monthly For the Love of Brooklyn meetups is in the details: it’s fascinating to see how each photographer’s unique perspective emerges in their work. And our recent walk through Brighton Beach and Coney Island proved to be no exception.

While the iconic imagery of the Cyclone and Wonder Wheel have been captured time and time again, the shots below once again managed to capture their whimsical essence and the playful, child-like wonder they inspire. Though Coney Island and its future have weathered many controversies (click here for the latest), it’s impossible to deny their impact on the Brooklyn landscape.

Enjoy! Preferably with a pink fluff of cotton candy…

Untitled, by Lucy Aboytes:

“Cyclone,” by Adam Lerner:

“The Wonderful Wonder Wheel of Coney Island,” by Alvim Gimarino:

“Butterflies,” by RichArtpix:

“Wheel of Wonder,” by Vitaliy Piltser:

“And I think to myself, what a wonderful wheel,” by RichArtpix: