Evening Fish Sorting in Muscat Market Lane

Blue twilight washes the narrow market lane in Muscat where workers gather around stainless steel tables to sort the day's catch. Wet scales shimmer under a thin layer of drizzle, catching the faint rim light that separates the figures from the deep shadows of the alley. Stainless steel trays reflect the cool evening sky, while wooden crates stacked along the wall hold silver fish. The workers wear simple waterproof aprons and rubber boots, their movements rhythmic and focused as they handle the fresh haul. Raindrops bead on the corrugated metal roof overhead, creating a soft, continuous texture against the darkening sky. One wet scale rests on the edge of a metal tray, catching the last ambient glow.