Salt-Crusted Flood Barrier in New Zealand Winter Rain in along a levee path above floodwater in New Zealand

Salt-Crusted Flood Barrier in New Zealand Winter Rain

by August Woods

Grey concrete rises sharply from the wet path, its surface heavily coated in white sea salt crystals that glisten under the soft, diffused light of an overcast winter afternoon. Driving rain streaks down the vertical wall, merging with the grey floodwater below the levee. Heat shimmer distorts the air just above the dark, wet ground, creating a wavy visual texture against the solid, monumental structure. The low angle emphasizes the height of the barrier as it stretches into the distance. Salt deposits cluster in the crevices of the rough concrete, catching the pale light while the rain washes fresh paths through the crust. One droplet hangs precariously on the edge of a jagged concrete protrusion before falling.

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Camera Nikon FM2*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Nikon FM2 photos, grab one online.
Lens 20mm f/4
Focal Length 20mm
Aperture f/4
Shutter Speed 1/60
ISO 100
Film Ilford FP4 Plus tones
Location along a levee path above floodwater in New Zealand
Date 2020-04-07
Credit VEETER
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