23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Underwater life

Every place on the planet has its own life. Mysterious creatures inhabit the depths of rivers and ponds. It's fascinating and educational to observe their lives and behavior.I was walking along the bridge connecting two banks and saw a family of fish swimming about their business.And earlier I saw a beautiful plant in the river. I wanted to add sunlight and color to these inviting water depths. I combined two worlds and created a third, fairytale-like world.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2025
Date Uploaded: 10.2025
Photo Location: Novolukoml,Vyaloye, Belarus
Camera: Canon EOS 250D
Copyright: © Yauheniya Zaitsava