This is a photo of a , tidal, dry harbor in the village of Château d'Oleron in France. It is almost a surreal image to see the boats lying on dry land, knowing that in an hour they will be afloat again. The sun reflects heavily over the still wet mud. There are also a few boats belonging to oyster farmers, the typical flat-bottomed boats.
I am Frans Scherpenisse and have been photographing since the age of 17. Also semi-professional for many years, wedding photography and corporate photography. I live and work in France... Read more…