This is a picture I took of Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, London. It was an unusually sunny day for mid-December, but the quality of the sunlight was somewhat harsh. When I attempted to take a picture of Nelson's Column and the massive Christmas tree next to it, both ended up in silhouette because the sun's back-lighting was so bright. I thought the lighting created interesting photograph - the eye is drawn more to the negative space around Nelson's Column rather than to the famous landmark itself. I also like the contrast between the bright blue of the sky and relative lack of color in the column and the tree. Additionally, I am very drawn to the effect of the sun in the exact center of the picture, and the way that its rays are fanning out through the branches of the tree.
Beautiful photo - remember to mention how it affects you emotionally as well as what it is doing :)
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