23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Crafting Light and Shadow in a Vietnamese Hat Workshop
A craftswoman arranges freshly made conical hats under sharp morning light, revealing rhythmic patterns of Vietnam’s iconic nón lá. The interplay of shadows and geometry highlights the precision and beauty of this traditional craft.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Hoi An, Vietnam |
| Camera: | HUAWEI Mate 50 |
| Copyright: | © Pyae Phyo Thet Paing |