Silver in Nature/Seasons / 2026 / Nature / Seasons

• Prize
  Silver in Nature/Seasons
• Photographer
  Ryohei Irie, Japan
• Date of Photograph
  11/10/2025
• Instagram
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This photograph captures metasequoia trees standing gracefully in a flooded autumn landscape. Despite the unusual setting—trees rooted in water—their vibrant foliage glows in shades of orange and red, embodying the quiet resilience of nature. Some trees have already shed their leaves, while others remain adorned, reflecting the subtle progression of the season. The calm water mirrors the scene, amplifying its serenity. Through this work, I aim to express how seasonal beauty endures and how trees adapt with quiet strength, even amid environmental change.