The charm of Wat Arun at night through the eyes of a photographer

#TravelTalk For both professional and amateur photographers, Wat Arun at night is a challenging but inspiring photography training ground. With its exquisite architecture, soft lighting, and night sky as a backdrop, the temple has endless dimensions of beauty. One of the most popular techniques for photographers is to shoot from across the river, with Tha Tien or Tha Maharaj being popular spots. The sparkling reflections of Wat Arun on the water are often praised as “painting-like.” Using a wide-angle lens or zoom lens to capture the details of the patterns on the prang gives the resulting image depth and showcases the intricacy of Thai craftsmanship. What makes Wat Arun’s nighttime photography even more special is the “timing.” When the sky changes from deep blue to pitch black, the light from the temple shines brighter and brighter. Experienced photographers know that twilight or blue hour is the best time to capture images, so that natural and artificial light can blend perfectly. In addition to still images, video is another popular format. Walking around Wat Arun with the sound of the wind or boats passing by can enhance the story of the image even more. Many photographers therefore return to visit this place frequently, because every night is a new opportunity to convey its beauty.