Glow by Orhan Aksel

Captured in the historic city of Istanbul, Glow is a masterclass in abstract photography that explores the interplay of light and form. Utilizing a Nikon D700 with a 60mm macro lens, the photographer employed a narrow aperture of f/32 and a precise 1/80sec exposure to isolate the subject, further enhanced by the creative use of an SB600 flash via Nikon CLS. This image is award-worthy for its technical precision and the ethereal, luminous quality that transforms a simple subject into a compelling visual narrative, demonstrating a sophisticated command of light that elevates the abstract form into a striking, evocative composition.

Glow by Orhan Aksel
Nikon D700 with 60mm f/2.8 | Exposure 1/80sec @ f/32 | ISO 125
Light & Composition Photo of the Day

Orhan Aksel

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Born in 1961, Orhan Aksel is an Istanbul-based industrial and systems engineer who holds a degree from the University of Florida. His lifelong passion for photography, which began in the darkrooms of his youth, has evolved into a dedicated philanthropic pursuit aimed at supporting the education of children in need. Balancing his professional career in high-tech with his artistic practice, Aksel continues to refine his technical expertise, striving to transition his creative hobby into a meaningful platform for global social impact.

15.5/20
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1072/500
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Award Reach | Reviews
41,923 views | 10 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date August 11, 2010
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 15.0
Style 13.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Istanbul, Turkey

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Social Shares
5.0/5 points
5,792/1,000 Social Share
Page Views
5.0/5 points
41,923/2,500 Page View
Reviews
0.5/5 points
10/100 Review
Submissions
5.0/5 points
1,072/500 Submission
Jury Score: 64.0/80
Resonance Score: 15.5/20
Total Award Score: 79.5/100

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  1. Hans Lussenburg says:

    I like the composition and hyper clarity of your photo and I am left wondering where the light source is. This is very cool. Thanks and good luck :o)

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