Byron Tan, Casting Dreams (PLACES 2025)

This photograph exudes quiet elegance and solitude. A lone figure stands in a small boat, gracefully lifting a fishing net, its droplets suspended mid-air. The mist envelopes the scene, softening the outlines of trees that emerge from the water, their reflections melding with the still surface. The interplay of light and shadow creates an almost dreamlike atmosphere, evoking patience, contemplation, and a deep harmony with nature. It’s a composition that feels both intimate and timeless.

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