On the Trellises by Dawid Theron

While scouting locations for a seasonal exhibition, the photographer discovered a vineyard bathed in the rich, warm hues of autumn. The scene was elevated by a serendipitous moment when a bird perched upon one of the vineyard's production trellises. This image captures the intersection of agricultural structure and natural life, highlighting the quiet beauty found in rural landscapes. The photograph is award-worthy for its delicate balance of composition and the photographer's keen eye for capturing fleeting, organic interactions within a man-made environment, turning a functional vineyard into a compelling piece of fine art.

On the Trellises by Dawid Theron
Canon EOS 500D with Sigma 18-200mm
Exposure 1/60sec @ f/6.3 | ISO 100 | Focal Length 200mm
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Dawid Theron

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Tulbagh, South Africa, Dawid Theron is a fine art photographer who views the world as his canvas and the camera as his primary instrument. He specializes in uncovering the overlooked beauty in natureβ€”from the intricate details of flora to the textures of waterβ€”while maintaining a parallel passion for the geometric lines and shapes of architectural subjects. Through his work, Theron seeks to share the artistic compositions he discovers in his surroundings, consistently transforming mundane elements into evocative, gallery-worthy imagery.

13.1/20
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288/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
14,906 views | 3 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date October 29, 2014
Value 13.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 18.0
Style 13.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Porterville, Western Cape, South-Africa

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Transparency Note: The resonance score (12.9/20) is calculated based on social engagement metrics collected before the award announcement.

Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,500/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
14,906/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
2.9/5 points
288/500 Submission
Jury Score: 68.0/80
Resonance Score: 12.9/20
Total Award Score: 80.9/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 3

Reflections on this Photograph
By Priya Kapoor

The Weight of Stillness

The smell of dry earth after a long drought is a sharp, metallic scent that clings to the back of the throat. It is the smell of waiting.

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By Sven Lindqvist

The Weight of Waiting

We build structures to hold the earth in place, to force the vine to grow in straight lines. We impose our geometry on the soil, believing we can dictate the rhythm of the harvest. But the earth does not care for our lines.

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