23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Drone/Aerial
Chronicles of the Fallen Delta
As the sun rises over the Colorado River Delta, its light unveils a delicate network of dry channels carved into the desert. Once a vibrant waterway, the delta now tells the story of a river’s gentle retreat, leaving behind hauntingly intricate beauty.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 03.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Mexico |
| Camera: | NIKON D810 |
| Copyright: | © Jassen Todorov |