Commuters at Crosswalk in Mostar Afternoon

Hard coastal glare washes over a busy Mostar crosswalk where commuters pause beneath the green glow of a convenience store sign. Early winter coats the asphalt in a slick, dark sheen, reflecting the harsh light that creates a wavering heat shimmer above the pavement. Figures stand framed by subway windows, their silhouettes sharp against the wet street. The fluorescent store light casts a cool, artificial blue onto the rain-soaked concrete, against the bright, bleaching sunlight. A woman in a heavy coat shifts her weight, her reflection distorting slightly in a puddle near the curb where the city meets the tracks. The wet surface mirrors the red traffic signal, turning the ground into a patchwork of glowing crimson and gray.