If you have your Picture This Photography NYC Calendar this is your July 2024 image “Lady Liberty is the boss of NYC”
The State of Liberty monument is positioned on Liberty Island in New York Harbour & was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States commemorating their alliances during the American Revolution. She is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy & was designated as a National Monument in 1924. Lady Liberty sits proudly on top of her pedestal that is raised on an 11-point star shaped platform called a hendecagram.
The only place that gives a full-on & direct view of The Statue of Liberty is from a boat on the water; either the Staten Island Ferry, The Circle Line, Statue City Cruises or any private boat will give an amazing view close up. Tours are available of Liberty Island & access to the crown or pedestal of The Statue however the best views, in my opinion, are always from the water. She looks amazing any time of day or night however is particularly striking during the golden hour as the sun sets behind her and the sky changes colour.
Boss Lady NYC is a paddle steamer used as a party boat on the East River.
📷 This image was captured with a 55-210mm zoom lens at approx 68mm
Location-Battery Park looking out onto New York Bay
Time of Day- Mid-morning
Camera Settings-Hand held, Depth of Field at f/8, Shutterspeed 1/500 as I was capturing a moving ferry, Daylight White Balance for natural light, Low ISO, Focus on the Boss Lady Boat.
Insider Tip-To get up close with Lady Liberty take The Staten Island Ferry, The Circle Line, Statue City Cruises or any private boat
Next time you visit NY be sure to check out “Lady Liberty as she really is the boss of NYC”