Showa Memorial National Park｜Cosmos blooming against the blue sky, a single petal gazing upward

2024.08.18
Year 2024August 2024AugustcosmosParks, theme parks and buildingsNational Showa Memorial ParkTokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
This photo captures the feeling of "cosmos flowers standing out against the blue sky, looking up at them from a distance" at the National Showa Memorial Park.
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This photograph was taken from a low angle looking upward, using the blue sky as a backdrop to make the cosmos stand out as the main subject. It features the petals glowing as light passes through them and the striking contrast with the sky.Showa Kinen National Park is a vast natural park where visitors can enjoy seasonal flowers. In autumn, beautiful cosmos fields bloom across the grounds. Capturing a single cosmos stem reaching toward the blue sky creates a simple yet striking image. Here, we share tips for photographing blue skies and solitary cosmos to bring out their beauty.When taking photos, a slightly downward angle is recommended. This perspective allows the cosmos petals to glow as they let light pass through, enhancing their delicate beauty. Especially in the natural light of a sunny day, the petal colors appear vivid, and the contrast with the blue sky stands out. In such photos, the cosmos flower is the main subject, so a simple blue sky background makes it stand out even more.