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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Shadows and Silhouettes

This monochromatic image captures the delicate balance between a human silhouette holding an umbrella and the interplay of shadows cast by architectural lines and tree branches. Taken in front of a modern structure in Huadu’s ancient village, Guangzhou, the stark contrast between the natural and man-made elements evokes a sense of minimalism and quiet introspection.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Guangzhou, China
Camera: iPhone 14 Pro Max
Copyright: © Yuepeng Bao