Wooden Prau Boat in Twilight Waters in along a switchback approach in Indonesia

Wooden Prau Boat in Twilight Waters

by Roberto Giles

Deep indigo waves break around the hull of a traditional wooden prau as it navigates a curved channel near the Sulawesi coast. The vessel cuts a sharp white line through the dark water, its polished timber catching the last reflected glow of the sky. Outriggers extend horizontally on either side, balancing the craft against the churning surf. A perfectly clear sky hangs overhead, devoid of clouds, while the cool season air settles over the ocean surface. The switchback path of the water guides the eye along the boat's trajectory, creating bold contrast between the dark sea and the bright foam. The grain of the weathered wood stands out against the fluid motion of the waves.

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Camera Nikon D700*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Nikon D700 photos, grab one online.
Focal Length 191mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/4000
ISO 400
Film processed in Luminar
Location along a switchback approach in Indonesia
Date 2018-10-19
Credit VEETER
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