NEW YORK CITY

Seen from above.

For over 20 years, I’ve photographed New York City from its rooftops.
My work explores the city’s architecture, light, and quiet moments above the noise.

Photographer · Documentarian · Long-term projects · Interviews · Limited edition prints 

The beauty of NYC’s skyline captivated me, drove me to explore and conquer over 100 buildings.

Journey into the heart of “New York Love Story” with me, as I invite you to experience the magical moments meticulously documented over the past decades.

Dive into an expansive collection featuring iconic architectural imagery and artistic portraits—an eloquent homage to the vibrant spirit of NYC.

“Having lived in New York City for many decades, I have never envisioned it from above - I experienced it only from within. Karsten has a point of view of New York City - that to my knowledge - no one else had before him! Karsten is a photographer who is not afraid of the 'Edge', because he has been on the 'Edge' so many times.”

Robert Redford