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Flow Lines: Istanbul Airport Ceiling

While waiting for my flight at Istanbul International Airport, I found myself looking up and becoming mesmerized by the ceiling patterns above. The flowing curves and parallel lines created this almost hypnotic visual rhythm that I had to capture.

I decided to frame just this section where the curved panels meet and overlap, creating these interesting geometric interactions. The black and white treatment felt natural for this image - it emphasizes the graphic quality of the design and the contrast between the perforated sections and the solid white divisions.

What caught my eye was how something as functional as airport ceiling panels could be transformed into something so visually striking. These panels probably serve acoustic and ventilation purposes, but they've been designed with such attention to aesthetic detail.

I enjoy finding these moments of unexpected beauty in transit spaces - places we usually just pass through without really seeing. Sometimes the most interesting architectural photography happens when you simply remember to look up.

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Uploaded on April 16, 2025
Taken on August 27, 2024