Milad Tower by Hesam Zareei

Captured during a school excursion to Tehran’s iconic Milad Tower, this photograph reflects a keen eye for architectural geometry. Taken in the crisp light of a fall morning, the image was thoughtfully processed into black and white to emphasize the structure's imposing form and clean lines. By carefully adjusting the framing of the original raw capture, the photographer successfully transformed a candid moment into a striking study of contrast and perspective. This work is award-worthy for its ability to elevate a common landmark into a timeless, monochromatic composition that highlights the interplay between light, shadow, and urban scale.

Milad Tower by Hesam Zareei
Huawei Y520 with 18-135mm
1/640sec @ f/7.1 | ISO 100 | Focal Length 105mm
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Hesam Zareei

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Born in 2001 in Tehran, Iran, Hesam Zareei is an emerging talent who developed his craft at Iran’s Television School. Specializing in mobile photography, he has dedicated himself to refining his technical skills and artistic vision since 2017. Driven by a passion for visual storytelling, Zareei is actively expanding his portfolio with the goal of exhibiting his work in professional galleries and establishing a lasting presence within the international photography community.

12.4/20
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224/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
7,478 views | 3 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date September 26, 2019
Value 11.0
Clarity 10.0
Composition 16.0
Style 11.0
Skill 10.0
Photograph Location
Milad Tower, Tehran, Iran

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Transparency Note: The resonance score (12.2/20) is calculated based on social engagement metrics collected before the award announcement.

Social Shares
5.0/5 points
1,071/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
7,478/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
2.2/5 points
224/500 Submission
Jury Score: 58.0/80
Resonance Score: 12.2/20
Total Award Score: 70.2/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 3

Reflections on this Photograph
By Clara Menezes

The Spine of the Sky

We build our monuments to touch the clouds, as if height could grant us a clearer view of our own smallness. There is a quiet arrogance in stone that reaches for the heavens, a desire to anchor the shifting air to the earth. Yet, the sky remains indifferent to our geometry.

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By Marta Vidal

The Weight of Stone

I keep a small, smooth river stone on my desk, worn down by years of nervous thumbing. It is heavy for its size, a dense anchor that reminds me of a summer spent by a creek that has long since dried up.

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