Rocking the Boat: Annabelle
Annabelle
The Isle of Lewis and Harris, known for it's picturesque beaches and rugged coastline, holds another story. A haunting sight scattered among the harbours and shores: abandoned boats left to decay among the elements.
Once proud vessels are now left to perish in the harsh seas and salty air of the Outer Hebrides. No longer seaworthy they remain moored to the shore, slowly succumbing to the elements. Paintwork replaced by rust. Rust replaced by holes. Until one day, I guess, nothing.
I have been documenting these vessels during my stay, capturing their decline, usually picking out abstract details or textures that emphasise their decay. However there was something about Annabelle. The longer I sought a composition the more I felt there was an unfinished story to tell.
There are several techniques avaialble to the photographer to imply movement, and express artistic creativity: Motion Blur, Intentional Camera Movements, panning or zoom blur. All are methods of painting the sensor (or film) with light and motion..
For this image of Annabelle I choose Multiple Exposure Photography Rocking the camera between exposures mimics the movements at sea, creating a painterly expression of the scene and blurring the lines of realism. No longer a static subject.
Hopefully this image hides her scars and alludes to the journeys she once made. It is one of a series captured, and yet to be captured, and I look forward to sharing more with you.