Anne Menke, Photographer, New York

Description

A black and white photograph captures a surfer riding a cresting wave, surrounded by dynamic sprays of water and foam. The surfer wears a dark long-sleeved rash guard and light shorts, balancing on a surfboard against the backdrop of a textured rocky cliff. Bright sunlight reflects off the water surface in the foreground, creating a high-contrast sparkling effect. The image is captured in a documentary style with natural lighting, emphasizing the raw motion and energy of the ocean. Anne Menke photographed the scene, highlighting the stark monochromatic tones of the coastal environment.

Style

Documentary, Horizontal, Action, Monochrome

Techniques

Analogue / film, High-speed / freeze

Color

Background

Rocky Coast

Context

Editorial