Turkish Whirling Dervish Sunset Ceremony Istanbul in in a prayer hall in Istanbul

Turkish Whirling Dervish Sunset Ceremony Istanbul

by Marlene McGowan

Warm firelight glows against the cool, heavy overcast sky visible through high windows, casting amber hues on the stone floor of the Istanbul semahane. One whirling dervish dominates the right third of the frame, their tall cylindrical hat and long white robe swirling in a blur of motion. The fabric ripples around their legs, creating soft folds that catch the flickering light. Behind the spinning figure, shadowed arches define the prayer hall's architecture, while the muted gray light from outside contrasts with the intimate warmth of the fire. Dust motes hang suspended in the beams of light, settling on the worn wooden floorboards. The edge of the robe fades into a soft shadow near the base of the wall.

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Camera Leica M4*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Leica M4 photos, grab one online.
Lens 35mm f/2.8
Focal Length 35mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/30
ISO 400
Film Lomography Color 400 warmth
Location in a prayer hall in Istanbul
Date 1986-08-28
Credit VEETER
Coordinates 40.9057, 28.9872
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