Astronomer Secures Dome Chain in Sahara Noon in at a remote field station in the Sahara

Astronomer Secures Dome Chain in Sahara Noon

by Colleen King

Sharp noon light cuts across the dusty expanse of a remote Sahara field station, illuminating the heavy steel chain an astronomer is fastening to the observatory dome. The figure, clad in light desert clothing, stands with focused intent against a backdrop of flat, heavy overcast skies that threaten a storm. Fine sand grains rest on the metallic surfaces of the instruments, against the smooth, weathered paint of the dome structure. The shallow depth of field blurs the distant dunes while keeping the hands and chain links in crisp definition. A small dust devil swirls near the base of the support pole, highlighting the dry, cool season air. at the edge is a rusted bolt head gleaming under the harsh, direct glare.

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Camera Nikon D7000*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Nikon D7000 photos, grab one online.
Lens 100mm f/2.8 Macro
Focal Length 100mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/1000
ISO 1600
Film flat picture profile graded in post
Location at a remote field station in the Sahara
Date 2011-10-14
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates 23.4313, 1.9958
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