23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Echoes of the Blue
A fleeting moment of trust and connection — the dolphin rises from the blue, meeting the trainer’s outstretched hand in perfect synchronization. Captured within the vast, softly illuminated space of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, the image reflects more than a performance; it reveals a shared language between species built on rhythm, respect, and play. The glistening water mirrors their movement, turning the scene into a quiet dance between human and ocean life.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 11.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Camera: | ILCE-6300 |
| Copyright: | © Irina Petrova Adamatzky |