New York City is a place of endless discoveries. To show it all off, we’re excited to announce #streeteasyfinds. Share your NYC finds with us: Photos of homes, views, neighborhoods, or anything you like, and we’ll regram our favorites.

Each month we’ll also highlight the work of one of our favorite NYC photographers as they share their #streeteasyfinds with us. First up: Meet Paola Franqui, the talent behind one of our favorite Instagram accounts, @monaris_. 

NAME: PAOLA FRANQUI // ACCOUNT: @MONARIS_ // FROM: PUERTO RICO
ACCOUNT EST: 2012Photo of Paola Franqui

ACCOUNT BEGINNINGS
“Back when I opened my account, it was mostly for fun. I was immediately wowed by the type of content that people were sharing.  Then, it became a place to share and express the way I would see the world.”

Photo by Paola Franqui

FAVORITE SPOTS TO PHOTOGRAPH IN NYC
“The West Village is my favorite place in the city to photograph. It is really beautiful and captivating. I also enjoy shooting in Chinatown.”

Photo by Paola FranquiPAOLA LOVES NYC BECAUSE…
“I just love how there is something new around every corner. The energy, people, smell, chaos makes this city one of the most dynamic places in the world. It always steals my heart in an instant.”

Photo by Paola Franqui

DREAM CITY OUTSIDE OF NYC
“Without a doubt, I would have to say Paris.” 
Photo by Paola Franqui

 Follow @streeteasy on Instagram to see more #streeteasyfinds and NYC discoveries.