Aaron Richter, Photographer, New York

Description

This high-angle aerial photograph captures a wide paved public square constructed from textured grey stone blocks. Numerous pedestrians are scattered across the open area in small groups and pairs, dressed in casual outerwear including dark coats and jackets. A large flock of pigeons is gathered on the ground toward the right side, while additional birds populate the angled roof structure of a nearby building with neoclassical architectural features. The natural daylight casts subtle shadows across the cobblestone surface, emphasizing the expansive grid layout of the urban plaza. The composition is shot from an elevated perspective looking down, providing a sweeping overview of human activity and wildlife in the city space.

Style

Documentary, Horizontal, Desaturated, Earthy

Techniques

Drone footage

Color

Background

Public Square

Context

Fine Art / Personal Project