Bow of an ocean-going vessel in port by Scheepskijker Havenfotografie

Bow of an ocean-going vessel in port

There is a lot to see on the foredeck of this ocean-going vessel. The anchor winch with the huge links of the anchor chain shadowing the big anchor. The railing and the mooring lines to shore. The fire extinguisher and the door to the forecastle. The drag marks of the mooring lines or steel wires on the bow.

Walking through the port of Amsterdam, I like to photograph the ships. But also details of the ships. Sailing ships and ships moored. And the crew or port people I often photograph.

Port photography is a fascinating form of photography that focuses on capturing the activity in ports. Port cities are often bustling centres of trade and industry, with ships, trucks and trains coming and going to load and unload goods. This offers photographers the opportunity to capture beautiful images of large ships docked at the quayside, crane machines loading and unloading containers from and onto the ships, and workers busy at work. Port photography can be challenging, as there is often a lot of movement and activity, and the light is constantly changing. But when the right moments are captured, port photo's can produce impressive and inspiring images.

Ship Viewer_Port Photography; raw and honest, just like the port itself. A collection of great ships and details, seafaring, inland navigation, fishing and port industry.

Port photos's on the wall of the living room office or study. Also wall-filling as wallpaper!