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YOU Explore #6: Fushimi Inari Light Painting

Taken on Inari After Dusk

Photograph taken on Inari After Dusk by Kimi Sugiyama

Read on for more details about how this shot was taken.

1. How did you capture this image? What gear/settings did you use?

This image was captured at the entrance of Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto with a tripod sitting on the steps and a bright LED light to illuminate the fox statues. I used my Sony a6000 mirror-less camera with a shutter speed of 30, F8, and 160 ISO.

2. Where are you from?

Detroit, MI

3. What is your background in photography?

I don’t have an extensive background in photography in that I didn’t study it in school or online. Only in the last few years have I pursued photography as a hobby because I find it fun, relaxing, and I enjoy sharing photos with friends and family back home.

4. Can you share your online portfolio or blog with us?

I share my photos, travels, and thoughts on life over on my blog SushiyamaTravels.com.