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A black and white photograph captures four upturned fishing boats resting on the rocky ground at Boddin Point, Angus, Scotland. The boats, weathered and still, contrast with streaking clouds overhead that appear softened by a long exposure, giving the sky a sense of movement. In the background, a weathered limekiln stands, its worn structure hinting at the area's history and a sense of quiet abandonment. The composition blends the stillness of the foreground with the dynamic sky above.

'BODDIN POINT'
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Upturned boats, an abandoned lime kiln, and a sky that never sits still 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
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A photograph of a brightly coloured wall painting of a tiger, its body stretched across a flat surface with bold stripes and sharp features that give it a strong, alert presence. The tiger is painted on the same wall as a glowing neon street sign, the artificial light sitting alongside the artwork and adding intensity to the scene. The setting is an urban alley in Kwai Chai Hong, Kuala Lumpur, where the painted wall sits among older buildings and narrow walkways. The neon sign introduces a modern, electric element that contrasts with the hand-painted image of the animal. The overall scene feels lively and energetic, with the stillness of the painted tiger combined with the bright glow of the neon, creating a sense of movement and life within the city space.

'WALL TIGER'
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One of those things you spot and can’t ignore 🇲🇾
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As in the portrait of Marilyn, as if he managed to capture the tragic end to her story. "For hours she danced and sang and flirted... and then there was the inevitable drop. And when the night was over and the white wine was gone and the dancing was over, she sat in the corner like a child."

A photograph of Marilyn Monroe standing alone against a plain studio background, her body facing forward but her presence subdued and withdrawn. She wears a shimmering, sequinned halter dress that catches the light, though her posture is still and slightly heavy, as if the energy has left her. Her arms hang loosely by her sides, and her head tilts faintly downward. Her face is calm but distant, her eyes not engaging with the camera, giving the impression that her thoughts are elsewhere. There is no smile or performance in her expression, only a quiet, inward focus. This image was taken by Richard Avedon in his New York studio on May 6, 1957, during a long and lively photo session where she had been dancing, singing, and embodying the lively persona she was known for. After hours of movement and attention, this moment came when she stopped performing. The energy drops away, and what remains feels unguarded and still. The photograph captures that pause, where her public image fades and something more private takes its place. It is often described as one of the most honest images of her, showing a side that contrasts sharply with the glamorous figure most people recognise. Rather than projecting charm or confidence, she appears quiet and introspective, offering a rare glimpse of vulnerability beneath the image she was known for.

'MARILYN MONROE, ACTRESS, NEW YORK CITY, MAY 6, 1957'
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I saw a post earlier where a photographer asked what you say to get someone to drop their mask. It reminded me of this portrait by Avedon. No direction. No prompt. Just patience.
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Photo: Richard Avedon
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A photograph of the façade of the Leslie Hotel in Miami Beach, shown in a close, slightly abstract way that focuses on its shapes and details rather than the whole building. The view highlights sections of the exterior, where clean lines, curved edges, and layered geometric forms are arranged in a structured, repeating pattern. The building’s surface is made up of smooth panels and decorative elements, with soft pastel colours such as creams and light blues as well as vivid yellow. Windows, vertical ridges, and symmetrical features are partially framed or cropped, drawing attention to the design rather than the function of the building. The composition feels deliberate, guiding the eye across contrasting shapes and colour blocks. Overall, the image presents the architecture as a simplified study of form and colour, emphasising the distinctive Art Deco style through its bold geometry and carefully balanced arrangement.

'LESLIE HOTEL'
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Pastel colours and sharp angles. Miami doing what it does best 🇺🇸
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A monochrome photograph of a towering white wind turbine viewed from a low angle, making it appear even more monumental. The smooth, vertical structure stretches upward into the dark sky, while the blades spin in a graceful blur above. The perspective emphasises the height and scale of the turbine, capturing its modern, minimalist design and the sense of energy and movement in the scene.

'WIND TURBINE'
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Power in motion 🇳🇱
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Interesting take, I like that. Appreciate the kind words 🙏🏻

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A photograph of the Zeeland Bridge stretching across a wide expanse of still water on a foggy day in Zeeland. The view is from directly beneath the bridge, so the structure looms overhead, its long, repeating supports fading gradually into the mist. The fog softens the distance, making the far end of the bridge almost disappear, while the closer sections appear darker and more defined. The overall scene feels quiet and stripped back, with very little detail beyond the bridge, water, and fog. The composition draws attention to the strong lines and rhythm of the structure as it recedes into the distance, emphasising a sense of depth and scale.

'ZEELAND BRIDGE II'
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Concrete spans over still water, fading out into fog 🇳🇱
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A photograph of the underside of Scheveningen Pier, where two large pillars stand in the sea, positioned side by side with space between them. They rise vertically from the water, appearing dark and solid against the lighter tones around them.At their base, the water moves gently, carrying patches of sea foam that form soft, swirling patterns on the surface. These shapes drift and curve around the pillars, creating a sense of slow, natural movement rather than force. The foam traces the flow of the water, wrapping loosely around the bases without breaking into waves.The composition is simple and focused, with the two pillars acting as the main structure while the moving foam adds detail and variation. The contrast between the fixed, upright forms and the drifting patterns of the water gives the image a calm but slightly abstract quality.

'PILLARS AND SWIRLS'
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Foam traces its way through pillars beneath Scheveningen pier 🇳🇱
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A photograph of a single tree standing alone in an open landscape on the Isle of Islay. The tree has no leaves, and its bare branches spread wide in all directions, creating a strong, irregular shape against the sky. It stands on flat, open ground with no other nearby features, making it the clear focal point in the foreground.In the distance, two of the Paps of Jura rise on the horizon, their rounded peaks lightly covered with snow. They sit beneath a heavy, overcast sky, which casts a soft, even light across the scene. The separation between the tree and the distant hills creates a clear sense of depth, with the solid presence of the tree contrasting against the quieter, more distant forms of the mountains.

'PAPS OF JURA'
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Standing alone, with the weight of the landscape behind it 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
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