23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Quiet Conversation by the Lake
This photograph captures a quiet moment by a lakeside in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, where my husband and daughter sit together on a bench facing the water. The scene unfolds under an overcast sky, with dramatic clouds stretching across the frame while the lake remains calm. The black-and-white composition emphasizes the stillness of the landscape and the closeness between the two figures. The open space around them creates a sense of simplicity and reflection, turning an ordinary family moment into a peaceful and timeless scene.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 09.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States of America |
| Camera: | NIKON D5600 |
| Copyright: | © Burcu Ertürk |