Take a Break by Jana Luo

While wandering through the Viaduct in Auckland, the photographer captured a candid moment of urban life. Spotting a cyclist ahead, she followed him until he paused to lean against a wall, waiting for his son. This quiet, fleeting interaction highlights the beauty of everyday pauses in a bustling city. The image is award-worthy for its masterful composition and the authentic, human narrative it preserves. By focusing on the stillness of the subject against the backdrop of the environment, the photographer transforms a simple routine into a compelling, timeless black and white study of patience and connection.