23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Guided by Light
During a journey of discovery, a moment of quiet awe bathed in warm light and sacred stillness, she stands as both muse and guide — an angelic presence who brings calm through chaos. The photograph speaks of gratitude, faith, and the quiet power of finding light in another soul.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 10.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Samarkand, Uzbekistan |
| Camera: | ILCE-7M4 |
| Copyright: | © Kakuen Yiu |