23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Seaside Generations
This photograph was taken along the waterfront in Konak, İzmir. A child and an older man share a quiet moment while watching pigeons gather around them on the stone pavement. The black-and-white composition emphasizes the textures of the ground, the movement of the birds, and the gentle connection between the two figures. The open space of the sea behind them adds a sense of calm, contrasting with the lively activity in the foreground. The image captures a simple, everyday scene that reflects the rhythm of life along the Aegean coast, where generations often come together in public spaces.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | İzmir, Türkiye |
| Camera: | NIKON D5600 |
| Copyright: | © Burcu Ertürk |