Fireworks Over the Tidal Basin
Brilliant Independence Day fireworks burst across the evening sky as the Washington Monument rises over the calm waters of the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C. Captured during a long exposure, the colorful explosions and shimmering reflections create a timeless celebration of America's birthday. The balance between the illuminated monument, tranquil water, and vibrant fireworks highlights both the beauty of the nation's capital and the excitement of one of its most iconic annual traditions. Photographed with a Nikon D7000, this image preserves a memorable Fourth of July evening in the heart of the United States. #EngelPhotography #Fireworks #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #WashingtonMonument #TidalBasin #WashingtonDC #DistrictOfColumbia #USA #LongExposure #NightPhotography #Architecture #Reflection #Cityscape #Patriotic #TravelPhotography #Landmark #NorthAmerica #LandscapePhotography #FineArtPhotography
Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Thursday, July 4th, 2013 at 9:06 AM America/New_York
Focal Length
18mm
Shutter Speed
3 sec
Aperture
ƒ/22
ISO
100
Location
North America, The United States of America, District of Columbia, Constitution Gardens, National Mall, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Tidal Basin, Washington Monument
Keywords
Architecture, Building, Celebration, Fireworks, Landscapes & Nature, Night Photography, Photography Effects, Photography Genres, Photography Techniques, Reflection
Camera
Nikon D7000
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 38.89794687
Longitude: -77.06014395
Altitude: 1.0 meters / 3.3 feet
Longitude: -77.06014395
Altitude: 1.0 meters / 3.3 feet