Searching for Fish by Tanmoy Saha

Captured within the serene, submerged landscape of the Ratargul Swamp Forest, this poignant image documents a father and his two children as they navigate the waters in search of fish. The photographer utilized a telephoto lens to isolate the subjects against the lush, reflective environment, emphasizing the quiet intimacy of their daily struggle. The composition is elevated by the interplay of light on the water and the authentic, unposed nature of the interaction. This documentary piece stands out for its ability to transform a simple, routine activity into a compelling narrative of survival and familial connection.

Searching for Fish by Tanmoy Saha
Canon EOS 60D with Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM
Exposure 1/400sec @ f/5.6 | ISO 125 | Focal Length 200mm
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Tanmoy Saha

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Tanmoy Saha Turja has been refining his photographic vision since 2007. An electronics and telecommunications engineering graduate, he balances his technical background with a deep passion for portraiture, landscape, and wildlife photography. His formal training includes studies at the Dhaka University Photography Society and Pathshala, which have informed his evocative documentary style. Saha’s work has earned recognition on the national stage, including features at the Friendship Art Exhibition held at the National Art Gallery in Bangladesh.

11.3/20
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110/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
15,945 views | 4 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date September 8, 2015
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 18.0
Style 12.0
Skill 13.0
Photograph Location
Ratargul Swamp Forest, Sylhet, Bangladesh

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Transparency Note: The resonance score (11.1/20) is calculated based on social engagement metrics collected before the award announcement.

Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,804/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
15,945/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
1.1/5 points
110/500 Submission
Jury Score: 67.0/80
Resonance Score: 11.1/20
Total Award Score: 78.1/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 4

Reflections on this Photograph
By Margaret Holt

The Weight of the Current

In the quiet hours of the morning, I often think about the things we carry. We are taught that to move forward, we must shed our burdens, yet life rarely offers us the luxury of traveling light.

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By Clara Menezes

The Weight of the Current

We often speak of survival as a frantic, loud endeavor, yet the most enduring acts of living are performed in a whisper. To provide is to become a vessel, moving through the world with the quiet patience of a root seeking water in the dark.

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