The Scene: This horizontal night photograph captures the ornate, white cast-iron fountain at Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia. The fountain is brilliantly illuminated, its tiered basins and spraying water appearing like a glowing sculpture against the dark, moody backdrop of the park. Framing the top of the image are the massive, dark limbs of live oak trees, draped in long, ethereal curtains of Spanish Moss that catch the warm glow from nearby streetlamps. A paved walkway in the foreground leads the eye directly to the fountain, while several park benches and glowing globes of light create a sense of quiet, urban serenity.
 
Artistic Note: The composition relies on a Central Focal Point and a Natural Vignette. By positioning the brightly lit fountain in the center of the frame and allowing the dark, moss-covered branches to arch over the top, the image creates a theatrical "stage" effect. The contrast between the cool, white light of the fountain and the warm, amber glow of the surrounding lamps adds a rich color depth to the scene. The use of a long exposure softens the movement of the water into a fine mist, enhancing the dreamlike, Southern Gothic atmosphere that defines this historic location.
 
2:3 Aspect Ratio