23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Solitude by the Sea

A lone traveler stands upon a concrete seawall in Japan, gazing out at the vast, calm ocean. The minimalist composition emphasizes the scale of nature versus humanity, capturing a quiet moment of introspection during a journey.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 01.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Japan
Camera: Canon EOS 6D
Copyright: © Ackli 29