This film photograph captures the calm and nostalgic beauty of Ancol Waterfront in Jakarta during sunset. The horizon glows with soft turquoise and warm orange tones as the sun dips below the skyline. Silhouettes of the pier, city structures, and a pointed-roof pavilion reflect on the water, creating a peaceful yet cinematic atmosphere. Three birds soar gracefully across the sky, adding a sense of quiet movement to the still scene.
The image’s distinctive vertical light leaks—caused by the imperfect charm of Cartenz 200 film—add texture and warmth, bathing the frame in streaks of pink and red. These natural film imperfections enhance the emotional depth of the photograph, evoking memories of analog nostalgia and the timeless rhythm of coastal life.
Shot on an Olympus OM-1, this scene captures not just a view of Jakarta’s iconic Ancol area, but also the fleeting essence of evening light and the tactile character of film photography. It’s a reminder of how beauty often hides in imperfection, reflected in the serene waters of the capital’s northern shore.
