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