Salty Chic

Kaikōura, June 2026

Photographed on 35mm negative film.

The New Wharf: once all ropes, rickety timber, and craypots that smelled like hard work. Now it’s modern, sleek, and anchored by a building you can’t miss—like it or not. The salty air keeps things honest. Kaikōura’s always had the looks; now Wakatu Quay is pulling its weight.


Leica M6 · 35mm · Kodak Ektar 100