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Landscapes are a dime a dozen in the photography
world, and it’s hard to catch a viewer’s eye with so
many photos out there. But when you come across
the work of Jacobs Chong (@jacobschong), you
can’t help but be drawn into the world he creates
in his stunning landscapes.
In this shot, Jacobs turns the world upsidedown with his use of reflection in the still water.
The centered horizon makes for a balanced and
harmonious composition, which is perfectly in line
with the calm water and tranquil sky.
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Jacobs’ use of foreground, middleground, and
background keep this image from appearing
flat, which is a problem that many landscape
photographers face. Lastly, the soft color tones
contrast with the dramatic streak of the day’s
first light to create a powerful and engaging
composition.
Thanks to Jacobs’ keen sense of composition, light,
and color, we bear witness to a rare moment of
calm through this image, as the sun peeks over the
horizon and a small town awakens.