The picture shows a spectacular fairground ride high in the sky, with passengers hanging upside down as the ride spins and swings. The seats are brightly coloured and illuminated, contrasting against the clear, blue evening sky. The excitement and adventure of the fairground are evident on people's faces as they experience the thrill and excitement of the ride.
By taking a low angle, the attraction appears even more imposing against the soft blue evening sky. The photographer used a fast shutter speed to capture the movement of the spinning seats razor-sharp, making each individual passenger clearly visible despite the speed of the ride.
The bright colours of the seats and lighting were enhanced by high saturation, providing a strong contrast to the calm sky in the background. By using a large aperture, the background is slightly blurred, drawing full attention to the attraction and its passengers. The mix of fear and joy on people's faces is brought into sharp focus, adding to the emotional impact of the photo. Together, these techniques create an image that perfectly captures the intensity and adventure of a fairground night.
Mitchell Hélant Muller is a travelling (street) photographer born and raised in amsterdam.
Mitchell specialises in street photography where atmosphere and composition form the basis of his works...
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