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  • Photographer
    Sebastien Kech
  • Prize
    Official Selection
  • Company/Studios
    Skywaven Studios
  • Date of Photograph
    05/05/2025
  • Technical Info
    f/13 - 1/15s - ISO100 - 24mm (Full frame Camera Sony A7R5 - 24-70mm f/2.8 GMII lens)
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In this captivating photo taken at Dune du Pilat during sunset in May 2025, the sky is adorned with vibrant purple clouds, casting a mystical glow over the landscape. A solitary figure sits peacefully, gazing at the Banc d'Arguin, illuminated by a soft light on the right side. The crest of the dune reveals a trail of footprints, leading to the edge of the majestic dune. To the left, the dark silhouette of the Forêt des Landes contrasts beautifully with the colorful sky, while remnants of recent rain add a fresh sheen to the scene, enhancing its serene beauty.

  • Biography
    Curious about the world around me, I am an eternal learner. My scientific training as a geophysicist and my long-standing interest in art, literature and poetry inspire me to observe the world through my camera. My scientific background has given me a deep understanding of the natural forces that shape our Earth, and it enriches my approach to photography, allowing me to reveal the magic hidden behind every landscape, every rock, and every cloud. Inspired by the masters of painting who mastered the art of chiaroscuro, I seek to create images that capture the very essence of light and shadow.
  • Awards
    2025 European Photography Awards (EPA): 1 Gold Winner, 2 Honorable Mentions 2025 Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3): 3 Honorable Mentions 2025 International Photography Awards (IPA): 1 Honorable Mention, 2 Official Selections 2025 Chromatic Awards: 2 Honorable Mentions 2025 Minimalist Photography Awards: 1 Honorable Mention 2025 reFocus Awards: 1 Nominee 2024 Chromatic Awards: 4 Honorable Mentions 2024 Neutral Density Photography Awards (ND): 3 Honorable Mentions 2024 Fine Art Photography Awards (FAPA): 3 Nominees 2024 Monochrome Awards: 2 Honorable Mentions 2024 Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3): 1 Honorable Mention 2024 European Photography Awards (EPA): 1 Honorable Mention 2024 reFocus Awards: 1 Nominee 2023 Chromatic Awards: 2 Honorable Mentions 2023 Fine Art Photography Awards (FAPA): 2 Nominees

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