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Single large ice cube partially submerged in rich amber amber liquid, creating golden light refraction and gentle trails.

Travis Rathbone, Photographer, New York

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This macro photograph by Travis Rathbone captures a single large ice cube partially submerged in a transparent amber-toned liquid. The surface line cuts horizontally across the frame, dividing the composition while a bright golden highlight traces the water line. Beneath the surface, the submerged portion of the ice refracts intense warm light, casting complex, delicate trails downward into the rich amber depths. A small bubble rests near the surface on the left side, enhancing the sense of liquid tension and depth. The overall lighting is warm, directional, and creates deep tonal gradients ranging from dark maroon-brown to brilliant golden yellow.

Keywords

ice cube in liquidice cubeamber liquidlarge ice cubesubmerged ice

Styles

HorizontalCommercialDesaturatedWarm

Techniques

MacroNatural light

Industries

Alcoholic Beverages

Context

Advertising Campaign
Editorial
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