Morning Steam and Lights in Albuquerque Temple Market

Broad skylight floods a temple courtyard near Albuquerque with soft, diffuse illumination under heavy overcast skies. Bare bulbs hang from wooden beams, casting gentle pools of warm light against the cool gray of the early winter morning. Steam rises in thick, white plumes from low cooking pots, drifting upward and softening the edges of nearby stalls. Wooden tables display woven baskets and ceramic vessels, their earthy reds and terracotta tones standing out against the muted background. The ground is paved with worn stone, reflecting the pale sky above. A cluster of hanging lanterns rests beside a stack of folded textiles, creating a quiet rhythm along the lane. at the edge is one drop of condensation clinging to the rim of a metal pot, catching the ambient light.