The lens used to take these photos was fitted with a lens hood, but I used my hand to shield a lamp to the right of the camera for the second image
One useful accessory for taking pictures at night is a lens hood. It’s great for when you’re shooting in urban areas, where the light from street lamps and vehicles can produce lens flare. While a bit of flare can enhance the mood of some shots, most of the time it provides an unwelcome distraction.