Mud-Caked Helmet Portrait in Helsinki Dusk in in Design District, Helsinki

Mud-Caked Helmet Portrait in Helsinki Dusk

by Rachel Holland

Sodium-vapor light washes the face in a warm, amber haze against the cool blue of the fading midnight sun. A tight close-up frames a rescue volunteer whose helmet is caked in thick, dark mud that contrasts with the smooth skin of their cheek. Fine fog hangs in the air, softening the edges of the Design District background where faint city lights begin to glow through the mist. The subject's gaze is fixed forward, eyes reflecting the orange street lamps. Dried mud flakes catch the light on the helmet's brim, while the collar of a heavy jacket disappears into shadow. One droplet of water rests on the rim of the mud-caked gear.

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Camera Nikon D1*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Nikon D1 photos, grab one online.
Lens 85mm f/1.8
Focal Length 85mm
Aperture f/1.8
Shutter Speed 1/125
ISO 800
Film processed in Capture One
Location in Design District, Helsinki
Date 2016-01-08
Credit VEETER
Coordinates 60.1827, 24.8696
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