Selfie Portrait in the Forest by Mirka Krivankova

Captured amidst the serene trails of Dymokur Forest, this selfie portrait reflects a spontaneous moment of connection between the photographer and the natural world. While exploring the local woodlands near Mestec Kraloveβ€”a region celebrated for its vibrant outdoor lifestyleβ€”the photographer utilized the soft, ambient light of the forest to frame a personal narrative. The image is award-worthy for its authentic composition and the way it balances the intimacy of a self-portrait with the expansive, tranquil energy of the Czech landscape, demonstrating a keen eye for finding beauty in everyday recreational moments.

Selfie Portrait in the Forest by Mirka Krivankova
Canon EOS 1100D with EF 50mm
Exposure 1/500sec @ f/2.8 | ISO 400 | Focal Length 50mm
Copyright Β© Mirka Krivankova
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Mirka Krivankova

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Hailing from Mestec Kralove, Czech Republic, Mirka Krivankova is an emerging talent whose work captures the diverse beauty of her homeland. Her portfolio spans a wide range of subjects, from the quiet majesty of the Czech countryside to candid portraits of individuals engaged in work and leisure. Known for her sophisticated use of formalism and natural light, Krivankova continuously refines her artistic voice, demonstrating a dedicated commitment to evolving her craft and curating more cohesive, compelling bodies of photographic work.

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Award Date November 8, 2022
66.0
AWARD SCORE
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 18.0
Style 12.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Mestec Kralove, Czech Republic

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68/500 Submission
Jury Score: 66.0/80
Resonance Score: 8.1/20
Total Award Score: 74.1/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 4

Catherine Byrne Photographic History, Canon & the Long View Expert Review
The forest selfie has become a tired trope, yet Krivankova’s framing echoes the quiet, introspective woodland studies of Josef Sudek. She’s bypassed the usual digital artifice, instead finding a raw, tactile intimacy that feels remarkably unforced. It’s rare to see a 50mm lens handle this depth with such restraint. I’ll admit, the way she captures that fleeting, dappled light actually made me pause; it’s a refreshing, honest departure from the over-processed noise I usually endure.
Deepa Krishnan Underwater Photography, Marine Environments & Subsurface Optics Expert Review
It’s refreshing to see light behave so predictably. Up here, the red spectrum doesn’t vanish within five metres, and there’s no backscatter to fight. I’m used to the refractive index of water distorting every edge, but here, the 50mm lens captures the forest’s clarity with such ease. It’s almost disorienting to see skin tones rendered perfectly without a strobe. I’ve spent so long chasing warmth in the abyss; seeing this natural glow honestly makes me miss the air.
Lena Brandstrom Macro Photography, Optics & the Science of the Seen Expert Review
At f/2.8, the EF 50mm renders the Dymokur foliage with a soft, spherical aberration that feels almost tactile. It’s a delicate balance; the focal plane clings to the eyes, while the background bokeh dissolves into a creamy, chaotic blur of forest light. I’m genuinely moved by how the lens handles the diffraction of ambient rays across the skin. It’s not just a selfie; it’s a precise, optical capture of a fleeting, human intimacy.
Dmitri Kasakov Contrast, Shadow Drama & the Metaphysics of Light Expert Review
The forest here doesn't invite; it consumes. Krivankova’s self-portrait lingers in the periphery, where the light is thin and hesitant. I’m struck by how the shadows refuse to clarify her presence, instead pulling her into the bark’s own silence. It’s a haunting refusal of the self. When the darkness is this thick, the subject isn't just posing; she’s dissolving. It’s a brave, cold act of vanishing. I find myself shivering, watching her disappear into the trees.
Reflections on this Photograph
By Beatriz Andrade

The Quiet Between the Trees

I often find myself wandering the mental map of a city, tracing the lines of tram tracks or the way shadows stretch across a market square at dusk. But even the most dedicated urbanite must eventually seek the silence that lives beyond the pavement.

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By Gabriel Ndidi

The Mirror in the Leaves

When I was seven, I spent an entire afternoon trying to catch my own reflection in the surface of a rain barrel. I wanted to see if the person looking back at me was the same one who walked away when I turned my head.

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