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The Sort
Photograph by Victor José Cobo

On the midnight shift, Charlie Weiss sorts mail and other favorites in the Westcott company's mail room. Mail makes up nearly half of the ship's business. The Westcott also delivers pilots, freights, and supplies like cigarettes and snacks.

Photo Fast Facts

Camera: Leica M6 Rangefinder
Film Type: Fujichrome Velvia 50
Lens: 35mm f/2
Speed and F-Stop: 1/4 @ f/2.0

Weather Conditions: Indoors
Time of Day: Afternoon
Lighting Techniques: Orange gel on flash



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