A family from Virginia visiting Washington, D.C. captured a memorable photograph when former President Barack Obama inadvertently positioned himself in front of a picture featuring their two children amidst the renowned cherry blossom trees of the region.
Observers witnessed Obama entering the backdrop of a formal photograph featuring Belle, aged 4, and Preston, aged 1, at the Tidal Basin.
Obama subsequently expressed his apologies on social media, stating, ‘Preston and Belle, I trust you appreciated the peak bloom. I apologize for inadvertently entering the frame.’
Each spring, numerous individuals from various parts of the globe visit the capital of the nation to witness the blooming of the cherry trees.
The image depicts two joyful children grinning beneath a branch adorned with beautiful pink blossoms. In the background, the Washington Monument is visible. A man, presumably Bush, is seen strolling behind them with his hands in his pockets, donning a cap and sunglasses.
As the children concluded a photo session with their parents, Portia Moore and Damien Thomas, Moore shared on Instagram regarding Obama’s surprising presence.
Observe who casually walked past during our family Cherry Blossom photo session!
During story time, it was the children’s turn to pose for a photograph, and Damien was speaking to me, as she recounted. My primary concern was ensuring that Preston did not run towards the water, a quintessential moment for any mother. Once the photo session concluded, I picked up Preston and inquired of Damien, ‘What were you saying?’ He replied, ‘That was President Obama who just walked by,’ while glancing in that direction. I was taken aback and hurried to the photographer to ask if she had captured the moment. As she reviewed the images, there it was—a perfect shot!
Briana Inell, the photographer capturing images of Moore’s young children, informed the Washington Post that she has been photographing families and infants for over a decade.
The woman remarked that it was not unusual for tourists to pass by in the background.
Every year, I visit the Tidal Basin,” Inell stated. “I am quite accustomed to individuals inadvertently entering my photographs. I assure my clients, ‘Do not be concerned; they will be removed through Photoshop.’
Along with his apology, Obama shared a post regarding the day on his personal Instagram account.
Experiencing the role of a tourist occasionally is enjoyable. The cherry blossoms were stunning this morning!
