Chapter 25. The Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty on a winter morning from the ferry. Taken at ISO 400, f/6.3, 1/2000 second with a 70–200mm lens.
Why It's Worth a Photograph
The Statue of Liberty is one of the most recognizable icons of the United States. Located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, the statue was dedicated in 1886. The statue was given to America by France as a symbol commemorating the centennial of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Today, over 15,000 people visit the island each day while 3,000 passes are available to enter the statue's pedestal and crown. As one of the most well-known symbols of New York, the statue offers an instantly recognizable photo subject.
Great shots can be made all over the island, from the ferry, and from the Manhattan and New Jersey shores. When you are on the pedestal or in the crown, you can see awesome views of the harbor and a panoramic view of the surrounding metropolis. A visit to the Statue of Liberty is a full day's commitment, but you are committing to a unique photo opportunity. Once the first sight of millions of immigrants, the statue offers you the opportunity to express your own vision of one of the most well-known monuments in the world.
The best vantage points from which to photograph the Statue of Liberty: ...
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