23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Alone at sea

A single paddle boarder glides across the quiet sea, suspended between sky and water. The black-and-white tones strip away distractions, leaving only movement and silence. This image captures the fragile balance between isolation and peace — a moment of connection with nature in its simplest form.

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Date Taken: 11.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Guardamar, Spain
Copyright: © Maroua Bensfia khiyat