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A Touch of Spice by Leanne Lindsay

A Touch of Spice captures the vibrant, sensory essence of traditional spice markets through a masterful study of color and texture. Leanne Lindsay utilized a gloomy summer day to create a soft, diffused light that enhances the rich, saturated hues of the spices. By focusing on the intricate details and organic forms of her subject, she transports the viewer to an exotic realm of cultural richness. The photograph is award-worthy for its evocative composition and the photographer's ability to transform a simple, everyday scene into a compelling visual narrative that celebrates the magic of natural light.

A Touch of Spice by Leanne Lindsay
Nikon Z7ii with Sigma Art 24-70mm
Exposure 1/20sec @ f/5.6 | ISO 800
Copyright Β© Leanne Lindsay
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Leanne Lindsay

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Born in Adelaide in 1962, Leanne Lindsay relocated to Sydney during her youth, where she eventually rediscovered her lifelong passion for photography in her late fifties. Though she specializes in family and newborn portraiture, her creative portfolio is marked by a profound appreciation for architectural and landscape photography. Now based in Sydney, Australia, Lindsay brings a renewed sense of wonder and technical dedication to her work, capturing the world with a fresh perspective that honors her long-held artistic aspirations.

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7.5/20
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62/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
2,611 views | 16 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date January 12, 2024
72.0
AWARD SCORE
Value 13.0
Clarity 13.0
Composition 18.0
Style 14.0
Skill 14.0
Photograph Location
Sydney, Australia

AWARD SEGMENT | TAGS

Food Photography
Leanne Lindsay Photography

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Transparency Note: The resonance score (7.3/20) is calculated based on social engagement metrics collected before the award announcement.

Social Shares
1.1/5 points
216/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
2,611/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.6/5 points
12/100 Review
Submissions
0.6/5 points
62/500 Submission
Jury Score: 72.0/80
Resonance Score: 7.3/20
Total Award Score: 79.3/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 4

Amara Diallo Portrait, Human Story & Narrative Portraiture Expert Review
We look at these mounds of spice and we don't just see color; we see the hands that gathered them. Leanne Lindsay has listened to the quiet hum of the market. The soft, diffused light feels like a secret shared between the vendor and the lens. I’m moved by the organic, weathered textures here. It’s a portrait of a culture, told through the earth itself. This is a photograph that asks to be returned to.
Dmitri Kasakov Contrast, Shadow Drama & the Metaphysics of Light Expert Review
The vibrant powders here don't merely sit; they scream against the encroaching gloom. Lindsay’s choice to embrace the Sydney overcast creates a suffocating, beautiful density. I’m unsettled by how the shadows swallow the edges of these grains, forcing the eye to confront the void beneath the color. It’s a heavy, tactile silence. I’ve spent hours staring at these mounds, and honestly, the darkness feels more honest than the spice itself. It’s where the hunger truly lives.
James Rokeby Camera Craft & Technical Execution Expert Review
1/20sec at f/5.6, ISO 800. A shaky foundation. At 1/20sec, you’re gambling with motion blur unless the subject is static. The Z7ii’s sensor is wasted here; ISO 800 introduces noise that muddies the spice textures. I’d have preferred a wider aperture to drop the ISO and sharpen those grains. It’s technically sloppy, yet the color saturation almost distracts me from the blur. I find myself annoyed by the missed potential of the optics.
Yusuf Al-Hamdan Landscape, Light as Presence & the Spiritual Dimension Expert Review
The flat, grey light of a Sydney afternoon has softened these spices into something almost sacred. Leanne didn’t rush; she waited for the clouds to diffuse the glare, letting the colors breathe. I’ve spent enough time in the field to recognize that stillness. It’s a quiet, humble prayer to texture. Looking at the deep ochres and crimsons, I feel a sudden, sharp longing for the warmth of that market. It’s a beautiful, patient act of listening.
Reflections on this Photograph
By Kenji Watanabe

The Weight of Dust

The earth gives up its secrets in small, dry heaps. We grind the sun into powder. We store the heat of distant summers in jars, waiting for the cold to break.

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By Daniel Ferreira

The Geography of the Table

We often treat the city as a collection of steel and glass, forgetting that its true history is written in the movement of goods and the migration of flavors.

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  5. Sara says:

    Really well done I can see this being used for professional cookbooks and promotions. I really admire the way this photograph has been designed .

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