Blue hour settles over Washington as the Capitol rises at the end of the avenue. Streetlights form a bright procession and long ribbons of traffic draw the eye straight to the dome. Trees frame the scene on both sides, and the sky moves from deep cobalt to a warm glow near the horizon. Small starbursts on the lights add a festive rhythm without stealing the focus.
I was inspired by the balance between ceremony and everyday life. Commuters flow past while the architecture stands calm and steady, a nightly ritual that feels both grand and close at hand. I wanted energy and order in the same frame.
The atmosphere is lively, confident, and hopeful. Cool sky, warm lights, and clean lines suggest momentum with a reassuring sense of structure.
Technique uses a photographic base with long exposure for the light trails, then translucent digital glazing to refine color, protect elegant edges, and keep textures soft. Local contrast stays gentle so the glow remains natural.
In interiors, the central perspective and blue to gold palette make a striking focal piece for offices, studies, and entryways. It speaks to architecture lovers and anyone connected to Washington.
Designer and photographer, seduced by color... Read more…