WASHINGTON — It’s no secret that everyone wants to get that perfect cherry blossom picture. But things like large crowds and the bright sun can make capturing your memories a bit harder.
One of our top WUSA9 Weather Watchers, Chris Fukuda, has three tips for snapping spectacular shots of the cherry blossoms.
- The best time to take photos is in the morning before too much dust gets in the air and crowds become unmanageable.
- For the best color and detail, try to use low-angled shots and golden lighting. A lower angle uses the sky as a neutral backdrop, which will enhance the details of the blossoms in your pictures. Golden lighting is best for bringing out the color of the perfect pink petals.
- Finally, if you are using your cell phone, Fukuda recommends using the panoramic setting to capture all your surroundings in one photo.
Now you know exactly how to get that profile-worthy snap at the Tidal Basin! For everything else you need to know about visiting the cherry blossoms, check out WUSA9's blossoms guide here.
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