Image description
The nocturnal illumination of a narrow alley in Lucerne's old town is reflected within a glass sphere. The perspective inverts the image, focusing on the points of light from the street lamps.
- Date taken
- February 7, 2025
- Resolution
- 3'051 × 4'577 px (14 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 25 s
- Aperture
- f/20
- ISO
- 800
- Focal length
- 30 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this night shot, the long exposure time of 25 s and the small aperture of f/20 ensure a deep depth of field within the glass sphere, while the ISO 800 captures the ambient light of the alley. The 30 mm focal length provides a clear perspective of the subject within the sphere.
- Select a small aperture like f/20 to achieve a deep depth of field and keep both the glass sphere and the details inside sharp.
- Use a long exposure time to collect enough light despite the small aperture and to capture the nocturnal atmosphere.
- Experiment with the perspective by positioning the glass sphere to optimally refract the light points of the surroundings.
- Focus on the composition to ensure the glass sphere effectively reflects the ambient light of the alley.