23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Silent Cycle: Dead Trees
This photograph captures a cluster of dead trees in the mountains of Sichuan, China. The bare branches against the snowy backdrop evoke themes of life, death, and the cyclical nature of existence. The stark, solitary forms emphasize the beauty and melancholy of impermanence, reflecting contemplation and the passage of time.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2024 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Sichuan, China |
| Copyright: | © Nanncie Zhu |