The Water Tower in Lucerne with cherry blossom branches in the foreground under bright light.
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Water Tower framed by cherry blossoms in Lucerne

March 24, 2026

Image description

The historic Water Tower in Lucerne is framed by low-hanging, blossoming cherry branches. The bright light makes the flowers gently glow against the tower.
Date taken
March 24, 2026
Resolution
3'472 × 4'629 px (16.1 MP)
Shutter speed
1/125 s
Aperture
f/14
ISO
200
Focal length
45 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

I chose an aperture of f/14 for this shot to ensure a deep depth of field, keeping both the foreground cherry blossoms and the distant water tower in focus. The shutter speed of 1/125 s combined with ISO 200 provides a balanced exposure.

  • Use a low-hanging branch as a foreground element to add depth and frame the tower effectively.
  • Use a small aperture like f/14 to keep both the flowers and the building sharp throughout the frame.
  • Adjust your perspective slightly to find the ideal composition where the blossoms visually interact with the tower.