Resembling elongated fingers, the curved shadows of rake tines appear to grip a weathered steel plate, their precise shapes contrasting with the rusted texture. The shadows, seemingly detached from their source, imbue the image with an almost uncanny quality. The rough textures and simple materials evoke a quiet rural atmosphere, where ordinary objects become striking through composition. Light and shadow here transform the mundane into a study of rhythm, contrast, and quiet elegance. (September 2025)