23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
the story that never began"

This image is a study of contrast and anonymity on a busy street in Batumi, Georgia. The subject, a woman in a vivid blue dress, walks away from the camera, carrying groceries. Her bright attire and forward movement are juxtaposed against the traffic, dark cars, and the harsh metal fence lining the pavement. The title reflects the essence of street photography—a fleeting moment captured, the beginning of a potential story that remains unfinished and unknown to the viewer. The frame captures the rhythm and mystery of everyday life in the city.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Batumi, Georgia
Camera: NIKON D5100
Copyright: © Dimitri Gorgiladze