Moonlit Canal Market Vendors Exchange Goods in at a market stall in Observatory, Cape Town

Moonlit Canal Market Vendors Exchange Goods

by Logan O'Connor

Cold moonlight spills across the dark water of a narrow canal in Observatory, Cape Town, illuminating the rough grain of weathered wooden boats. Two vendors lean over the gunwales, their hands passing bundles of spices wrapped in rough paper. A heavy tarp hangs overhead, trapping a visible haze of spice dust that glows faintly in the silver light. The early winter chill is evident in the thick wool of the vendors' jackets, yet the air beneath the canvas feels thick with the lingering heat of dried peppers and cinnamon. Wooden planks show deep grooves from years of use, reflecting the pale sky above. One red cloth draped over a crate catches the moonlight, marking the edge of the stall.

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canal market Cape Town wooden boats spice vendors moonlight Observatory early winter market goods
Camera Olympus OM-D E-M5*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Olympus OM-D E-M5 photos, grab one online.
Lens 60mm f/2.8 Macro
Focal Length 60mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/8000
ISO 400
Film processed with film emulation preset
Location at a market stall in Observatory, Cape Town
Date 2013-08-23
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates -33.9338, 18.3665
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