23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Soviet Industrial Aesthetics

This photograph captures a close-up of the concrete ice-cone structure of the Almaty Television Center, emphasizing geometric forms, texture, and light. The black-and-white composition highlights the interplay of shadows and surfaces, showcasing the bold, functional elegance characteristic of Soviet architectural design.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Camera: NIKON Z 30
Copyright: © Nanncie Zhu