Summer Corridor by Benjamin Lee

Captured during a July 2009 language program, this photograph documents a serene moment within Beijing’s Summer Palace. Seeking refuge from the city's summer heat, the photographer discovered a tranquil corridor where local couples gathered to dance, creating a poignant contrast between the historic architecture and the vibrant, modern life unfolding within. The composition leverages the corridor's leading lines to draw the viewer into the scene, while the technical precision of the long exposure captures the stillness of the environment. This image is award-worthy for its ability to transform a candid travel encounter into a timeless narrative of cultural harmony and quiet observation.

Summer Corridor by Benjamin Lee
Canon 400D with EFS 17-85mm | Exposure 1/15sec @ f/9 | ISO 100 | Focal Length 17mm
Copyright Β© Benjamin Lee
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Benjamin Lee

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Born in Tokyo and raised in Hong Kong, Benjamin Lee developed a passion for global exploration during his formative years. As a dedicated visual storyteller, he specializes in landscapes, urban environments, and candid street photography, consistently striving to document the world exactly as he experiences it. Currently based in Hong Kong, Lee balances his time between local projects and assignments across Asia and Europe, maintaining a reputation as an observant photographer who captures the essence of the diverse locations he visits.

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15.0/20
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Award Date August 5, 2010
64.0
AWARD SCORE
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 15.0
Style 13.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Beijing, China

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Benjamin Lee Photography
Travel Photography

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4.6/5 points
464/500 Submission
Jury Score: 64.0/80
Resonance Score: 15.0/20
Total Award Score: 79.0/100
Reflections on this Photograph
By Sven Lindqvist

The Weight of Passing Time

We build structures of wood and stone to outlast the heat of a single afternoon. We believe these walls hold history, but they only hold the echo of those who once walked through them.

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By Margaret Holt

The Architecture of Echoes

In the physics of sound, a corridor is never merely a passage. It is a resonator. It holds the vibration of footsteps long after the walker has reached the door, and it keeps the secrets of whispered conversations tucked into the grain of its wood or the coldness of its stone.

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  1. Rob Groeneweg says:

    Ben,

    Have fond memories of the Summerpalace in Beijing.
    It’s one of my favourite places in Beijing.At times a little crowded though :-)

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