A Fisherman with His Colored Hat by Ryszard Wierzbicki

In the sun-drenched waters of Bali, a local fisherman navigates the shallows, his vibrant, bowl-shaped hat providing a striking contrast against the serene environment. The photographer captured this candid moment as the man slowly waded away, emphasizing the quiet rhythm of daily life in the Samurai Area. By utilizing a long focal length, the photographer isolated the subject, turning a routine task into a poignant study of color and movement. This image is award-worthy for its authentic storytelling and the masterful way it highlights the cultural significance of the fisherman’s traditional attire against the vast, tranquil backdrop of the Indonesian coast.

A Fisherman with His Colored Hat by Ryszard Wierzbicki
Nikon D5000 with Nikon AF-S DX 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR
Exposure 1/1000sec @ f/8 | ISO 200 | Focal Length 200mm
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Ryszard Wierzbicki

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Born in 1963 and originally from Poland, Ryszard Wierzbicki is a dedicated photographer and traveler currently based in Swindon, United Kingdom. After a diverse career in education and marketing, he transitioned into a life of exploration, focusing his lens on the landscapes and cultures of South-East Asia. His work is deeply informed by his passion for scuba diving and his humanitarian efforts with organizations supporting orphans in Thailand and Burma. Through his online platforms, he shares his ongoing journey of documenting the world with a focus on candid, human-centric storytelling.

12.5/20
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230/500
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11,149 views | 3 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date November 27, 2016
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 17.0
Style 12.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Samurai Area, Bali, Indonesia

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Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,240/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
11,149/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
2.3/5 points
230/500 Submission
Jury Score: 65.0/80
Resonance Score: 12.3/20
Total Award Score: 77.3/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 3

Reflections on this Photograph
By Yuki Sato

The Rhythm of the Tide

There is a particular grace in the way a person moves when they are entirely at home within their own labor. It is a quiet, rhythmic dance, performed not for an audience, but for the simple necessity of the day.

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By Tom Bretherton

The Rhythm of the Tide

I once spent an afternoon watching an old man mend a net on the docks in Marseille. He didn't look up once, his fingers moving with a muscle memory that seemed older than the harbor itself.

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