23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
plum blossom

When I was out for a walk in winter, I came across a plum blossom tree and took a photo of it. The whole picture looks just like an ink-wash painting of plum blossoms. Plum blossoms bloom in the coldest winter days—the colder the weather gets, the more vibrant their blossoms become. They symbolize the spirit of tenacity and self-improvement. I hope everyone can be as strong as plum blossoms when facing difficulties and never give up.

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Date Taken: 03.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: China
Copyright: © Tang Fengyuan Tang