23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Evening Stand
Taken in the evening, this photograph shows a red hot dog stand illuminated by its interior lights. A lone customer is seen from behind, while the worker inside the stall is barely visible, absorbed in their own world. The strong contrast between the glowing stall and the surrounding darkness, along with the careful composition, recalls Edward Hopper’s work and his exploration of solitude, light, and urban spaces. The photograph is part of a series inspired by these accidental tableaux where quiet moments and architecture intersect.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 11.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | London, United Kingdom |
| Camera: | X-T5 |
| Copyright: | © Genny Sian |