Theo Wenner, Photographer, New York

Description

A monochrome, eye-level shot shows eight young adult rowers racing in a shell on choppy water. The crew boat is in motion, with the rowers pulling oars in unison. The focus is on the first several rowers, with the rest fading slightly out of focus towards the back of the boat. Each rower is dressed in a light-colored shirt or singlet, and the shell is cutting through the water, creating a visible splash. The water surface is textured with ripples and small waves. The background is blurry, possibly suggesting other boats or a shoreline. The overall tone is action-oriented and competitive.