Independence Over the Tidal Basin

Fourth of July fireworks burst above the Tidal Basin as the Washington Monument rises against the evening sky in Washington, D.C. Captured with a 25-second long exposure, the brilliant display creates sweeping trails of light while warm reflections shimmer across the calm water. Photographed on July 4, 2013, this scene brings together an iconic American landmark, Independence Day celebrations, and the soft colors of twilight. #EngelPhotography #WashingtonDC #WashingtonMonument #TidalBasin #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #Fireworks #FireworksPhotography #LongExposure #LongExposurePhotography #ReflectionPhotography #ArchitecturePhotography #NightPhotography #DCPhotography #NikonPhotography