Byron Tan, Through the Mist (PLACES 2025)

The photo captures a quiet, fog-laden scene in a forest. A wooden walkway extends into the mist, its edges softened by the dense fog that obscures much of the background. A solitary figure walks along the path, lending both scale and a quiet human presence to the atmospheric composition. The trees in the distance are barely visible through the haze, creating a layered effect that enhances the feeling of mystery and depth. The interplay of light, shadow, and fog makes this image feel introspective—like a fleeting moment suspended in time.

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