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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Compressed Trash City_05

The Compressed City" is a photography series captured between 2017 and 2023 in New York City. It focuses on street garbage, reflecting the city's waste issue and its impact on people's psychological state. The artwork emphasizes the connection between garbage and human existence, symbolizing the pressure and constraints of modern society. Through synthetic imagery and symbolism, it urges viewers to address environmental concerns and handle psychological stress in a healthier way .

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2023
Date Uploaded: 09.2023
Photo Location: None, United States of America
Copyright: © Mengting Zhou