/ 2026 / Nature / Macro

• Prize
  Honorable Mention
• Photographer
  Kwansup Lee, Korea, Republic of
• Date of Photograph
  July 16. 2026

A macro study of a lotus seed pod revealing its intricate natural architecture. The vivid green surface and deep red seed cavities create a striking visual contrast, transforming a familiar botanical subject into an abstract landscape of color, texture, and geometric form. By filling the frame almost entirely with the seed pod, the image invites viewers to discover the hidden complexity and sculptural beauty found within nature.