Moonlit Stepwell Night Sweep Egypt in from a moonlit breakwater in Egypt

Moonlit Stepwell Night Sweep Egypt

by Cedric Fields

A beam of white light cuts across the deep stone stairs of a stepwell, revealing layers of weathered limestone descending into black water. The sweep from a nearby lighthouse highlights the rough texture of the masonry against the smooth, dark surface of the still pool below. Late autumn air is visible in the way the light catches the wind whipping through the opening, stirring the water's edge. Shadows stretch long and deep between the steps, creating a rhythmic pattern of light and darkness. The stone edges are sharp and cool, reflecting the stark moonlight. At the bottom, the water remains undisturbed, holding the reflection of the single, moving light beam.

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stepwell Egypt lighthouse stone stairs night light dark water limestone nocturnal
Camera Olympus OM-D E-M1*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Olympus OM-D E-M1 photos, grab one online.
Lens 25mm f/1.2 PRO
Focal Length 25mm
Aperture f/1.2
Shutter Speed 1/2000
ISO 100
Film processed in Darktable
Location from a moonlit breakwater in Egypt
Date 2013-12-25
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates 26.7053, 30.8586
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