23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Silent Conversation
This scene takes place during a traditional Lunar New Year ritual in the countryside. Amid the lively crowd and the noise of the ceremony, the two children stand slightly apart, sharing a quiet moment of eye contact. Their stillness creates a subtle contrast with the festive chaos around them—a small pocket of calm within a bustling celebration.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 02.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | China |
| Camera: | ILCE-7CM2 |
| Copyright: | © Qian Chen |