23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Drone/Aerial
Patterns of the Earth
Captured from above, this aerial photograph reveals the farmland divided into three distinct patterns, each shaped by cultivation and nature’s rhythm. The geometric lines, textures, and colors create a natural canvas, highlighting the harmony between human effort and the land. This perspective shows how agriculture not only sustains life but also forms an unexpected artwork when viewed from the sky.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 07.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 09.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Theni, India |
| Copyright: | © Sundaram Perumal |