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A Silent Passing

A spotted eagle ray glides through a seagrass meadow. Monochrome tones blur the boundary between surface and depth, giving the scene an almost terrestrial presence, serving as a reminder that the worlds above and below water are deeply connected.

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2026

Nominee

Wildlife

Professional

A Silent Passing

A spotted eagle ray glides through a seagrass meadow. Monochrome tones blur the boundary between surface and depth, giving the scene an almost terrestrial presence, serving as a reminder that the worlds above and below water are deeply connected.

About Artist

Mia Stawinski

Underwater & Topside Photographer

Mia Stawinski

Photographic Areas of Focus

Underwater, Wildlife

Location

Netherlands

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BW

Bill Wages

Wildlife

Gold
People’s Vote Award
Honorable Mention
Kyla Mclay

Kyla Mclay

Wildlife

Honorable Mention
Janet Gustin

Janet Gustin

Wildlife

Honorable Mention
Edward Sheftel

Edward Sheftel

Wildlife

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