This photograph captures a moment of pure visual poetry, with nature providing an intimate frame for one of the world's most recognisable skylines. As if peering through a golden window of autumn leaves, the majestic panorama of Lower Manhattan, New York City, reveals itself. The fragile branches and their golden leaves create a natural frame that adds a wonderful sense of depth and an intimate atmosphere to the otherwise grand and overwhelming scene.
The soft autumn sun sets the leaves in a warm glow while illuminating the glass and steel of the skyscrapers across the East River. The iconic One World Trade Center rises proudly, a symbol of the resilience and unstoppable energy of the city it represents. This unique composition tells a story of stunning contrasts: the organic, ephemeral beauty of the season versus the enduring, man-made power of the metropolis.
More than a simple cityscape, this is an invitation to experience the city from a personal and hushed perspective. It is the perfect representation of a quiet, almost secret moment on the edge of a city that never sleeps. Ideal for those looking for an artwork that captures both the grandeur of the city and the subtle beauty of nature.
Created by Frank van Es with support from AI.
I photograph to visualise the power of simplicity and stillness. My images arise from a fascination with lines, light and the space in between. I look for moments in which the everyday - a street, a building, an object - reveals something special as soon as you.. Read more…