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MARITIME + INDUSTRIAL

Living in San Pedro, California, I'm drawn to the harbor's rhythm—tugs guiding massive ships, cranes in constant motion, crews working in all conditions. My documentary approach captures this world where immense machines and skilled people come together.

Whether aboard a tugboat at dawn or documenting longshoremen along the docks, I focus on genuine moments that reveal both technical precision and human expertise. From the wheelhouse to the deck, from container ships to harbor tugs, I document maritime operations with attention to both dramatic scale and telling details.

My work explores the intersection of vessels, operations, people, and infrastructure. The scale is enormous, but it's the small moments that tell the story—creating imagery that captures both technical reality and the visual poetry of life at sea and in port.

© 2025 | Aaron McKenzie

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