AP Photographer Explains How He Captured the Historic Shot of Trump and Xi
The photography process behind the critical meeting on the steps of the National Archives Museum in Washington was detailed.
Associated Press photographer Julia Demaree Nikhinson shared how she captured the red carpet shot on the steps during U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit with their spouses.
Background of the Visit
The two leaders came together on the final day of Chinese President Xi Jinping's first official visit to Washington in decades.
Historic Museum Visit
The leaders and their spouses visited the National Archives Museum to examine the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
Early Morning Preparation
Photographer Julia Demaree Nikhinson set up a ladder opposite the museum and completed her preparations starting at 6:30 a.m.
A Critical Eleven Minutes
The guest delegations' motorcades arrived at the area at 11:49 a.m., and the anticipated special frame was immortalized shortly thereafter.
Technical Details and Equipment
The critical photograph was successfully recorded at 11:51 a.m. using a Sony Alpha 1 camera and a 70-200mm lens.