Ephemeral Gleams on the Thames

Photographer

Theo Di Pascual

Category

Black & White Photography - Architecture

Company

Submission Group

Amateur

Year

2025

Country / Region

France

Capturing the essence of an iconic place means seizing the moment where history and the present intertwine. Through this long-exposure photograph, I sought to sublimate the imperceptible passage of time and reveal an atmosphere where light becomes memory.



Tower Bridge, the majestic guardian of the Thames, stands with timeless solemnity, while luminous streaks—traces of urban motion—weave an ephemeral fresco. The long exposure technique does not merely freeze a scene; it enhances its breath, transforming the city’s flow into an almost surreal dance of light.



Thus, this work goes beyond a mere architectural depiction. It challenges our perception of movement and permanence, offering a poetic vision where London, at the crossroads of past and future, is unveiled in a new light.

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