Noedelsoep by Mirjam Poldermans Hendriks

In this evocative still life, the photographer explores the hidden architecture of nature by arranging translucent fruit slices upon a glass plate. By positioning subtle lighting behind the subject, the image reveals intricate, glowing structures that are often overlooked by the naked eye. This creative approach transforms simple organic forms into a delicate, luminous study of texture and light. The photograph is award-worthy for its technical precision and the photographer's ability to elevate a mundane subject into a captivating, ethereal composition that invites the viewer to pause and appreciate the hidden beauty within everyday objects.

Noedelsoep by Mirjam Poldermans Hendriks
Canon EOS M50
Copyright Β© Mirjam Poldermans Hendriks
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Mirjam Poldermans Hendriks

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Laren, Mirjam Poldermans-Hendriks transitioned from a casual hobbyist to a dedicated artist through rigorous training and specialized workshops. She has cultivated a distinct photographic voice, focusing primarily on the delicate art of still life, with a particular emphasis on the textures of flowers and food. Operating from her own home studio, she meticulously crafts images that balance creative vision with technical discipline, establishing herself as a thoughtful photographer who finds profound beauty in the quiet, controlled environment of her workspace.

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56/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
2,760 views | 3 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date September 14, 2024
63.0
AWARD SCORE
Value 11.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 17.0
Style 12.0
Skill 11.0
Photograph Location
Laren

AWARD SEGMENT | TAGS

Food Photography
Mirjam Poldermans Hendriks Photography

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1.3/5 points
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5.0/5 points
2,760/2,500 Page View
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0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
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0.6/5 points
56/500 Submission
Jury Score: 63.0/80
Resonance Score: 6.9/20
Total Award Score: 69.9/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 3

Dmitri Kasakov Contrast, Shadow Drama & the Metaphysics of Light Expert Review
Translucency is a dangerous game. By backlighting these fruit slices, Hendriks risks dissolving the subject into mere decoration. Yet, the shadows clinging to the edges of the glass plate save it. They anchor the light, forcing the organic fibers to confront their own fragility. I’ve stared at these glowing membranes for an hour, and it’s the encroaching dark that finally makes me shiver. It doesn’t just show food; it exposes the quiet, inevitable decay of all living things.
Kofi Asante Intimate Portraiture, Reportage & Lives Told Truthfully Expert Review
It’s technically precise, sure, but where’s the pulse? I’ve spent my life looking for the human story, and these translucent fruit slices leave me cold. There’s no trust here, no conversation, just a sterile arrangement on glass. It’s a pretty exercise in light, but I’m left searching for a soul that isn’t there. I crave the weight of a life lived, not just the architecture of a lemon. It’s too quiet for my taste.
James Rokeby Camera Craft & Technical Execution Expert Review
f/5.6 at 50mm, ISO 100. A standard aperture choice for macro-adjacent work, but it’s too narrow for the depth required here. The fruit slices lose focus at the edges, turning structural integrity into mush. I’ve seen enough backlit organic matter to know that precision is the only way to sell this. It’s frustrating. The light is handled well, but the optics don't support the ambition. It’s a near miss, technically speaking.
Reflections on this Photograph
By Gabriel Ndidi

The Light Inside the Skin

When I was seven, my grandmother would hold a slice of orange up to the kitchen window. She told me to look through it, not at it.

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By Rashid Noor

The Architecture of the Mundane

Why do we assume that the most profound truths are hidden in the grandest gestures? We spend our lives looking for meaning in the mountains and the storms, yet we overlook the quiet geometry of the everyday.

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