Photo by Al Stegeman
Independence in Motion
A single water drop collides with a half dollar, capturing a transient crown of motion that celebrates both precision and chance. The splash encircles Independence Hall, symbolizing the enduring spirit and resilience of a nation. Captured using a hi-speed flash and a precision drop system to freeze a moment that lasts only a fraction of a second.
Post processing notes:
Shot 15Mar2026 Exposure 1/125 sec @ f/11 ISO 800 Focus Distance 1.5m Canon EOS R5 MarkII Canon EF 180mm f/3.5 L Macro USM Pluto Trigger Used following in ON1: Brilliance AI, Effects-Borders, Vignette, LUTs, Dynamic Contrast on coin.Exif information:
| Copyright: | Al Stegeman |
| Camera: | Canon EOS R5m2 |
| Aperture: | f/11 |
| Focal Length: | 180mm |
| ISO: | 800 |
| Shutter Speed: | 1/125 sec. |
| Created: | March 15, 2026 15:23:41 |