Al-Quran by Obayda Jamal

Captured in the quiet sanctity of a home in Jatt Al-Mothalath, Palestine, this photograph presents a reverent study of the Quran. By utilizing a wide aperture of f/1.8, the photographer creates a shallow depth of field that draws the viewer’s eye directly to the sacred text, isolating it from its surroundings to emphasize its significance. The soft, natural light enhances the texture of the pages, evoking a sense of peace and spiritual contemplation. This image is award-worthy for its technical precision and its ability to transform a simple, domestic moment into a profound visual meditation on faith and the beauty of creation.