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Honorable Mention / Nature: Natural Landscapes
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Whisper of Vistula River
Whisper of Vistula River
Photo taken on a spring morning in Warsaw, Poland along a sandy stretch of the Vistula River. The interplay of light and texture inspired me to capture this moment to highlight the patterns of sand and water. Despite being taken from the air, the photo leaves the viewer in a state of consternation, questioning whether it is an aerial view or a ground-level perspective of a sand and water maelstrom.
Author
Based in Warsaw, Poland, is a talented photographer who specializes in capturing minimalistic shots of architecture and landscapes. Through his photographs, he strives to create and present a simple and austere approach to the viewers. In today's world, where we are inundated with a lot of technical and visual information, minimalism offers a soothing respite for our busy minds. His intention is to prompt the audience to perceive reality from a fresh perspective, encouraging contemplation on time and existence. His exceptional works have garnered acclaim in numerous Polish and international photography contests such as Grand Prize Chromatic Awards, Siena Drone Photo Awards, The International Photography Awards and Architecture MasterPrize. Recently, his photographs have been published in renowned publications such as "100 [HUNDRED] Best Selected", "Photography in the Visual Culture", "Black, White & Infinite Colors" and All About Photo magazine.
Website
https://www.instagram.com/sebastian.piorek/
@sebastian.piorek