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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
A Day's Collection

The image shows an individual clad in a red hoodie and a protective face mask, carrying large clear plastic bags filled with recyclable materials. The person seems to be on a path in a park, surrounded by the early signs of fall, as evidenced by the scattering of leaves on the grass. This scene is a testament to the quiet efforts of those who work diligently to clean up the central park, often going unnoticed.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: New York City, New York, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Copyright: © Zhiling Hu