It’s hard to narrow it down to just three locations but I’d have to say:
1. Asbury Park Boardwalk: I grew up on The Shore and it’s been amazing to see the revitalization of Asbury Park. I love the architecture of the Casino, the Carousel Building, the Convention Hall and the other buildings along the boardwalk.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B8ctsxnA5x-/
Plus there are many art installations that have been added by local artists that make for great photo ops.
2. Manasquan Inlet: My kids grew up in Manasquan and it holds a special place in my heart. It’s one of the few spots in New Jersey where you can shoot a sunrise and a sunset from pretty much the same spot.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B-KfZF_AHEt/
The jetty makes for a great subject to include in your sunrise shots. At the end of the day, walk a couple hundred yards down the sea wall and you can capture an awesome sunset picture over the Manasquan River.
3. Princeton University: I love photographing architecture and the campus and town has so many unique buildings.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B9l8jqSAXdQ/
I’ve shot here hundreds of times, yet each time I visit, I seem to find something new to capture.