Silhouetted Iguana at Rio Reed Bed Sunset in at the edge of a reed bed near Rio de Janeiro

Silhouetted Iguana at Rio Reed Bed Sunset

by Rosie Matthews

Flat daylight fades into the deep orange glow of a Rio de Janeiro sunset, casting the iguana into a sharp silhouette against the bright horizon. The reptile perches on a platform constructed of acrylic, fleece, and stainless steel, materials that absorb the last light rather than reflecting it. Tall reeds fringe the water's edge, their tips turning a dull brown in the humid rainy season air. A perfectly clear sky stretches above, offering an unobstructed backdrop that emphasizes the jagged outline of the animal's spines. The wet ground reflects the fading sky in a dark, glassy sheet. one drop of water rests on the edge of the acrylic panel, catching the final amber hue before the night fully arrives.

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Camera Pentax K1000*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Pentax K1000 photos, grab one online.
Lens 35mm f/2.8
Focal Length 35mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/60
ISO 100
Film Agfa Vista 200 vintage
Location at the edge of a reed bed near Rio de Janeiro
Date 2013-07-01
Credit VEETER
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