Sunset Over Central Park

Looking west over the reservoir

10 Responses to “Sunset Over Central Park”

  1. Simone says:

    An instant classic Ellen shot – the sunset, the dimmed skyline, even that double-towered building that you capture so well. Beautiful shot, well done.

  2. Anne says:

    Stunning with the sun reflecting in the water, the silhouettes of the buildings creating a wonderful line and the eerie clouds over all of it.

  3. Bruce says:

    Breathtaking, Ellen! The sunset, soft clouds in the sky, the reflection on the water. So peaceful.

  4. Thom says:

    Love the lighting, the contrast, the balance. Beautiful!

  5. Karen says:

    So well composed!

  6. Bernice says:

    Gorgeous shot. You’ve captured the sun between 2 towers, against a lovely evening sky. The reflection of the sun on the water reminds me of the moon in many Munch paintings. And the silhouette of the buildings against the sky – magnificent!

  7. jan m says:

    A whole lot of parameters had to be met to make this shot. Good work.

  8. Carole says:

    What a lovely photograph. Peaceful end to a New York Day. You captured the aura and beauty. Wonderful composition, Ellen!

  9. Jan says:

    You must have waited a long time there to get this shot. It’s striking to me how there is no sign of life in and around the big city. Beautiful contrasts.

  10. ellen says:

    Yes both Jans! My photog friend and I were at the reservoir for more than three hours waiting for the sun to set between the towers. A lot of parameters had to be met indeed. We were in the runners path so we couldn’t use tripods; we had to secure our cameras by holding them still on the fencing; had to guess at light meter settings because it was impossible to see any dials while looking directly into the sun; and then trying to focus while being blinded by the sun wasn’t easy either. Thank you both for recognizing the work that goes into the perfect shot!

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