
Douglas Friedman, Photographer, New York
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This aerial shot captures an urban alleyway, framed by the towering brick walls of buildings. Numerous windows punctuate the facades, some glowing with interior light. A worker is visible amidst trash cans and other urban detritus in the alley below. The pavement reflects light, indicating it may be wet. The scene is lit by a combination of natural and artificial light, creating a dramatic contrast between the illuminated windows and the darker shadows in the alley. The composition emphasizes the verticality of the buildings and the depth of the alleyway.