Exploring the diverse and often overlooked presence of trees within the urban landscape, New York Arbor employs a contemplative and observational photographic approach to reveal the relationship between nature and the built environment in New York City.

Mitch Epstein’s images focus on the contrast and coexistence of arborous forms with the city’s architectural and social fabric, highlighting moments where trees punctuate concrete, steel, and glass surroundings. The mood is quietly reflective, inviting viewers to reconsider notions of urban space and ecological presence.

Published by Steidl in 2013, this 104-page collection presents a measured visual investigation into the subtle narratives embedded in the city’s arboreal elements.