Madison Lake Reflection

by Sebastian Musial

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Madison Lake Reflection

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Sebastian Musial

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Photograph - Photography

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On a warm summer night in Madison, WI, I set out to capture the perfect fine art photograph of the city's skyline reflecting in the calm waters of Lake Monona. The night was clear, the city lights shimmered beautifully, and the Capitol building stood proudly in the distance, creating the ideal scene.

As I set up my camera and tripod, carefully adjusting the settings to capture the delicate balance of light and shadow, I felt a sudden tickle on my arm. A quick swipe revealed my first adversary: a mosquito. Undeterred, I focused on the shot, only to feel another bite, then another. Before long, I realized I was in the midst of a full-scale mosquito invasion.

Determined to get the shot, I swatted and waved, doing a ridiculous dance to fend off the relentless swarm. The buzzing grew louder, and for every mosquito I managed to swat away, three more seemed to take its place. My arms became a blur of motion as I battled the tiny invaders, all while keeping an eye on my camera to make sure it was still capturing the scene.

Finally, after what felt like hours, I managed to snap the perfect shot just as the last of the light from the horizon faded. Exhausted but victorious, I packed up my gear, proud of the stunning photograph I had captured—a breathtaking image of Madison’s skyline reflecting in the lake, with the story of my heroic battle against a horde of mosquitoes hidden behind its tranquil beauty.

A city skyline is beautifully illuminated at night, with reflections of the lights shimmering on the calm water. The recognizable dome of a capitol building serves as a centerpiece among the modern buildings.

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August 9th, 2024

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