"By Way of Water" is a collection of images shot aboard various ferries around the Seattle, WA area. Exploring the greater Seattle area, and the many surrounding islands, involves time spent on the ferries. I always enjoy my time in transit because it offers me the opportunity to wander and capture moments on film.

This collection is dedicated to my Family. I take the ferry a ton to see them.

Camera: Canon AE-1 Program // Film: Kodak Portra 400

By Way of Water #30

Kristopher Shinn

"By Way of Water" is a collection of images shot aboard various ferries around the Seattle, WA area. Exploring the greater Seattle area, and the many surrounding islands, involves time spent on the ferries. I always enjoy my time in transit because it offers me the opportunity to wander and capture moments on film.
This collection is dedicated to my Family. I take the ferry a ton to see them.

Camera: Mamiya 7 // Film: Kodak Portra 400

By Way of Water #39

Now that you've boarded the ferry with "No Fare", it's time to depart.

Depart

"The Needles" was shot during a visit to one of my favorite places on Earth. I've never experienced sunsets anywhere else like I have in Cannon Beach, and this one won't soon be forgotten. 

**Date:** November 21st, 2020 
**Camera:** Canon EOS R
**Lens:** RF 70-200mm f2.8
**ISO:** 100
**Zoom:** 182mm
**Aperture:** f 4.5
**Shutter Speed:** 1/25

The Needles

In The Shadows // Edition of 40

Now that you've taken a moment, have a seat 

Have A Seat 

"Outer" is a collection of photographs shot in the Outer Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. 

Every home in the Outer Sunset has its own unique identity. Although we've likely never met anyone living in these homes, we're able to get a glimpse of their personality through the decorations and color choices of their outer walls.

All photos were shot with a Mamiya 7, using Kodak Portra 400 film stock.

Outer // 63

"365" is an edition celebrating the 1-year anniversary of "By Way of Water" being minted onto the blockchain. This collection has changed my life as an artist, and I'm forever grateful to anyone that has shown support for this body of work during the last year.

"No Fare" is a free mint, available until the end of Christmas Day, 2022. I'd love for everyone to have a ferry photo in their NFT collection, so I decided to make this photo available to anyone that wanted it.

No Fare

Shot in November of 2018 from Treasure Island, facing the San Francisco side of the Bay Bridge. Surrounding wildfires resulted in smoke settling into the city, so I went out to shoot golden hour and caught some amazing light.

**Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T7i
Lens: 24-70mm F2.8 
ISO: 100
Focal Length: 52mm
Aperture: f/10
Shutter Speed: 1/2000 sec**

Shooting in Smoke

Landscapes - 7HTgqetBTz

Outer // 13

OUTER V2

365 // One year of "By Way of Water"

Take A Moment

Take A Moment // Open Edition

"Ferry Date"

Damon Deville and his girlfriend Sable Evol enjoy a date on a ferry. Sable grips onto Damon’s arm while watching the water as Damon admires her happiness.

**"Ferry Date" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Terrell Jones, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

Ferry Date

"Ferry Date" Damon Deville and his girlfriend Sable Evol enjoy a date on a ferry. Sable grips onto Damon’s arm while watching the water as Damon admires her happiness. 

**"Ferry Date" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Terrell Jones, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

Ferry Date (Terrell Jones x BWOW Collab)

Beware of the leviathan, safe passage not guaranteed. 

Pop Wonder // 4080 x 4080px // PNG

**"Strait of Wonder" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Pop Wonder, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

Strait of Wonder

Strait of Wonder (Pop Wonder x BWOW Collab)

Life is always moving 100mph, and it's so easy to get sucked into the chaos. Lately, I've been taking time to look back and appreciate the journey.

Looking Back #25/25

Looking Back #2/25

Looking Back (Limited Edition of 25)

"Lost in the beauty of the present moment."

Digital painting by Efdot  
Edition of 101 *(100 for BWOW holders, 1 for Efdot archive)*  
5100 x 5100px  
2023

Inspired by Kristopher Shinn's "By Way of Water #100" and reinterpreted as a scene at dusk.

**"Floater" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Efdot, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

FLOATER

"FLOATER" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Efdot, for holders of "By Way of Water"

FLOATER (Efdot x BWOW Collab)

A passenger on the Tokyo Wan Ferry spends some alone time in the sun, as the distant shore of Kurihama slowly fades away.

Between Shores

"Lost in dreams, a weary traveler finds solace in the booth's embrace, worn leather boots dangling, silent witnesses of countless journeys."

Slumber on the Sound V

Kristopher Shinn 1/1

In 2020, my girlfriend and I moved to Seattle from the San Francisco Bay Area. We were both born & raised in the Bay Area, so leaving was a big step for us. We bought a home sight unseen during the pandemic, and took a huge leap of faith. I never imagined I'd find my calling when I arrived in the Pacific Northwest.

One evening, en route from Bainbridge Island back to downtown Seattle on the ferry, it all hit me that this place was home for the foreseeable future. The Seattle skyline glowing in the distance across the Puget Sound, and snow covered mountains in the background. I'd never felt more at peace; this was where I was supposed to be.

The ferries have become a place that I go for peace, inspiration, and appreciation for life. My excitement when I'm on a ferry with my camera will never fade. There will always be a new experience to be lived, and new light to be shined on a part of my life that means so much to me.

Lifelong Passenger

Before I started shooting "By Way of Water", I used to always look down at the water being pushed away as the ferry navigated the Puget Sound. The water patterns were ever-changing, and the sounds of crashing water provided calmness.


Push Away

SuperRare

Standing in the cold, windy darkness of the early morning, I didn't know what kind of conditions I would get when the sun came up. This is the risk we take as photographers. In order to get the shot, we need put ourselves in the right place, just in case we get lucky.

As the sun came up, the sky absolutely exploded with color. The signature San Francisco fog rolling in from the Pacific, blanketing the iconic bridge. I was thrilled to capture one of my bucket list shots, "Beyond the Fog".

Beyond the Fog

In the desert, the days are long, and they're hot. On this particular trip to the Mojave Desert, temperatures were surpassing 110 degrees during the day. A fire in San Bernardino made for some tragically beautiful sunsets. This is one of my favorite shots, complete with a couple sunstars beaming through the arms of an iconic Joshua Tree.

Way Out There

Foundation

Light - The Birth of a Shadow

**"By Way of Light and Shadow " is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Batz, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

By Way of Light and Shadow

"By Way of Light and Shadow " is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Batz, for holders of "By Way of Water"

By Way of Light and Shadow (Batz X BWOW Collab)

Looking through a dirty window on the ferry can be a metaphor for life itself - sometimes things may seem unclear or obscured, but there is still beauty and wonder to be found if we take the time to look for it.

Dirty Window #2/15

Dirty Window #1/15

DIRTY WINDOW

"Sepia Memories"

My memories of this place were washed in the colors of sepia. There was a peacefulness to it, a feeling of nostalgia and contentment. It was a place that brought me back to a simpler time, a time before the worries of the world weighed heavy on my shoulders. I closed my eyes and allowed myself to drift away in the sepia-colored memories.

"Often times, our memories of travels are washed in colors of Sepia."

**"Sepia Memories" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by DeltaSauce, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

Sepia Memories

"Sepia Memories"

My memories of this place were washed in the colors of sepia. There was a peacefulness to it, a feeling of nostalgia and contentment. It was a place that brought me back to a simpler time, a time before the worries of the world weighed heavy on my shoulders. I closed my eyes and allowed myself to drift away in the sepia-colored memories.

"Often times, our memories of travels are washed in colors of Sepia."

"Sepia Memories" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by DeltaSauce, for holders of "By Way of Water"

Sepia Memories (DeltaSauce X BWOW Collab)

"Some moments just halt  
There is no seeking  
There is no chaos  
Silence, yet calmness  
Some moments just halt.."

**"A Day On The Ferry " is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Sigma-X, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

A Day On The Ferry

"Some moments just halt 
There is no seeking 
There is no chaos 
Silence, yet calmness 
Some moments just halt.." 

**"A Day On The Ferry " is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by Sigma-X, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

A Day On The Ferry (Sigma-X // BWOW Collab)

"Capturing timeless moments amidst the ebb and flow of life, sailing on ferries forever preserves the magic of journeys and the beauty that surrounds us. Through my lens, I'll immortalize the tales of the sea, framing memories that will ripple through time."

Eternal Voyage

**"Neutral Territory " is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by C4RDINAL, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

Neutral Territory

"Neutral Territory " is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by C4RDINAL, for holders of "By Way of Water"

With a radiant warmth, the morning sun cast a golden glow that danced upon the old leather seats, creating a picturesque scene that captured the beauty of the journey.

Morning Sun

A man once lived, but now he's gone,  
His life was filled with things he longed.  
But in the end, he realized too late,  
That what mattered most, he couldn't replicate.

He was caught up in the noise, day and night,  
Chasing after success and things that didn't bring delight.  
He overlooked the essence of living, it's true,  
The little things, the moments, pure and few.

But now he's gone, and time has stopped,  
His regrets and missed chances, no longer popped.  
He wished he could go back and do it right,  
To enjoy the beauty, to see the light.

So heed this tale, my friends, and take its cue,  
For life is short, and it passes so quick too.  
Don't be like the man, who let it slip away,  
Embrace each moment, for it won't stay.

**"Time Has Stopped But Everything Else is Moving" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by notamirpls, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

Time Has Stopped But Everything Else is Moving

**"Time Has Stopped But Everything Else is Moving" is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop, created by notamirpls, for holders of "By Way of Water"**

Time Has Stopped But Everything Else is Moving (Notamirpls X BWOW Collab)

In stormy seas, you give me peace when I feel unsteady.  
You calm my mind, when the air around me feels so heavy.

**An illustration created by Juice Bruns based on the work of Kristopher Shinn. This piece is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop for holders of "By Way of Water"**

*Hand drawn in Procreate.*

It'll Be Okay

In stormy seas, you give me peace when I feel unsteady.
You calm my mind, when the air around me feels so heavy.

An illustration created by Juice Bruns based on the work of Kristopher Shinn. This piece is an exclusive BWOW inspired airdrop for holders of "By Way of Water"

Hand drawn in Procreate.

As I sat inside the ferry, the warm embrace of sunlight streamed through the window, casting a gentle glow on the leather booth where I found myself comfortably seated, creating a serene moment of tranquility amid the journey across the water.

Place in the Sun

As the ferry departs from Seattle, the rhythmic patter of raindrops creates a soothing backdrop against the misty windows. The city skyline gradually fades into the distance, obscured by the interplay of technology and nature witnessed through the rainy journey.

Rainy Day

As I stand between the reflective glass and the crystal-clear panes on the ferry, I find myself caught in a captivating dance of dual perspectives.

Somewhere In Between

Gaming on the ferry? Can't knock the dedication.

Dedication

Morning coffee and newspaper on a morning ferry to the Olympic Peninsula.

Morning Coffee

PASSENGERS

"Looking Forward" was shot on film while traveling from Uno Port to Naoshima Island via ferry.

Looking Forward #5/25

Looking Forward #6/25

Looking Forward

Wandering the empty passenger deck of a ferry, making it's way across the Puget Sound late at night, there is serenity in the silence.

Serenity in Silence

One of the crucial choices I made in Iceland was to take the longer routes, and see more of the country. Most of the trip was spent taking unpaved roads that went around the many fjords. While exploring the northern part of the country, I drove past a church with a gorgeous landscape behind it. I pulled out the Canon AE-1 that once belonged to my Dad, and captured this frame on 35mm film.

Prestsbakkakirkja

During our time in Southern Iceland, we stayed on some property that was surrounded by dozens of lovely, Icelandic horses. It was really special being able to spend so much time with them. 

Íslenskir ​​Hestar II

Ísland

A passenger catches up on the news, aboard a ferry to the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia.

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