A Beautiful Evening by Shahnaz Parvin

Captured in the quiet moments following a rainbow in Arjuna village, Bhuapur, this image reflects a poignant farewell. As the photographer prepared for the journey back to Dhaka, two local girls lingered, their presence embodying the gentle, fleeting nature of the evening. The composition is defined by the soft, post-rain light and the candid connection between the subjects and the observer. This photograph is award-worthy for its ability to transform a simple, transient departure into a timeless narrative of human connection, showcasing the photographer’s keen eye for the beauty found in everyday life in rural Bangladesh.

A Beautiful Evening by Shahnaz Parvin
Canon EOS 5D MarkIII | Exposure 1/250sec @ f/4 | ISO 500 | Focal Length 75mm
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Shahnaz Parvin

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Shahnaz Parvin was a celebrated, award-winning photojournalist and a passionate advocate for Bangladeshi culture. Based in Dhaka, she gained international acclaim for her documentary work, consistently ranking among the world's top photographers for her profound ability to capture the essence of people, conflict, and daily life. A dedicated contributor to Light & Composition since 2013, her legacy remains defined by her commitment to representing her homeland through a lens of empathy and technical excellence until her untimely passing in 2016.

12.4/20
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Award Reach | Reviews
14,104 views | 8 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date July 1, 2014
Value 13.0
Clarity 13.0
Composition 17.0
Style 12.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Bhuapur, Tangail, Bangladesh

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5.0/5 points
1,452/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
14,104/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
2.0/5 points
204/500 Submission
Jury Score: 67.0/80
Resonance Score: 12.0/20
Total Award Score: 79.0/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 8

Reflections on this Photograph
By Sven Lindqvist

The Weight of Leaving

The hardest part of any journey is the moment before the departure. We stand on the threshold, bags packed, eyes fixed on the road ahead, yet our feet remain rooted to the soil. There is a quiet gravity in the places we visit.

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By Margaret Holt

The Geography of Leaving

There is a specific weight to the air after the rain has finished its work. It is a heavy, rinsed silence, as if the world has been scrubbed clean of its usual frantic pace and left to breathe in the damp earth. We are always preparing for departures, aren't we?

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