City Lights
An unforgettable sunset scene from the city of Rome, Italy.
St. Peter's Basilica is a world known sight, and with the long river view, and c...
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An unforgettable sunset scene from the city of Rome, Italy.
St. Peter's Basilica is a world known sight, and with the long river view, and colorful sunset, it's just a masterpiece scene to be enjoyed.
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St. Peter's Basilica is a world known sight, and with the long river view, and colorful sunset, it's just a masterpiece scene to be enjoyed.
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Location
This shot was taken on the first night of my recent trip to Rome, Italy.Time
I was just trying to get my barring around the area I was staying in. Had a quick walk around, and came across this scene as the sun was getting ready to set.Lighting
The lighting was just a perfect scene forming in front of me. The sun was setting down, as the city lights were starting to light on. A perfect lighting combo.Equipment
This was shot using Canon RP with a Canon RF 50mm f1.8 As it was an unplanned scene, I didn't have my tripod with me. I just had to set it on the side of the bridge I was on, and hoping it doesn't tip over and into the river.Inspiration
At the time of the shoot, as it was my very first time in Rome, I had no idea what I was shooting. I just witnessed a beautiful sunset, city lights turning on, a smooth river, and a nice looking dome breaking the horizon. It was a perfect scene. It was later on that I found out that this dome is actually Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica.Editing
This shot is made out of multiple shots. Using focus bracketing, I was able to focus on every section of the photo by taking multiple shots, then bringing them together in post processing to get that final sharp, in focus, shot.In my camera bag
I usually carry light. I'm out with 1 Camera (Canon RP) with a 50mm lens attached + another 18-55 crop lens in the bag. I always carry a small gear cleaning kit, an extra battery, charger, and the most important piece in my bag: A pair of dry clean socks. You never know where you walk may lead you, and when you might need an extra pair of socks.Feedback
My advice to anyone wanting to expand their skills, is to always look around you through your eyes, and not just through your camera. Don't go around looking for the money shot. Take your time to enjoy the place you're in, and try to paint the perfect composition in your mind first. Maybe the scene in front of you looks normal, but try to imagine what would make it perfect? Would it look amazing during sunset and you should try coming back? Or maybe if there was just a bird flying by. Go beyond the plain scene in front of you, and try to figure out what is missing, and if you can wait for it, or just come back.
