A low-angle view of the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, showing its reflective metallic surface against a deep blue sky.

Curvature of the Great Ascent

A seamless curve of polished steel reaches for the sky, a triumph of form over weight. It is a mirror for the heavens, catching the brilliant blue in its metallic skin. The structure defies its own scale, appearing as a singular, elegant line that unites the earth with the infinite.

Man-made Negative Space Minimalism Ethereal Color Photography Leading Lines Linear Perspective High-Key Architectural Abstraction Geometric Form Specular Highlights

Camera: Canon Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Lens: Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Focal Length: 17mm
Aperture: ƒ/11
Shutter: 1/60s
ISO: 100
Date Taken: July 20, 2013
Dimensions: 5616 × 3744 px