23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Fences of Light
In the quiet courtyard of a Tehran university, autumn light transforms a simple scene into a metaphor for knowledge and barriers. The sharp shadows of the fence fall across the ground, while the gentle afternoon sun pierces through the gaps—each stripe of light a reminder that even through obstacles, illumination finds its way. This image captures a moment where structure and freedom coexist, and the cold metal of the fence is warmed by the golden glow of a passing season.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 10.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Tehran, Iran |
| Camera: | 2201117TG |
| Copyright: | © Hadis Nazari |