Touching the Earth
Photographer
Loren Byers
Category
Film Photography - Travel
Company
The Beautiful Eye Photography
Submission Group
Amateur
Year
2026
Country / Region
Thailand
Detail of Buddha sculpture at the Wat Benchamabophit temple in Thailand. The Buddha's hand is shown in the 'Touching the Earth' mudra, calling upon the Earth to witness his awakening, according to Buddhist teachings.
More Winners
Professional
2026
Photographer / Company
Ariane Totzke
Category
Nature Photography - Wildlife
Country / Region
Switzerland
Professional
2026
Photographer / Company
Robin Yong
Category
Editorial Photography - Culture
Country / Region
Australia
Professional
2026
Photographer / Company
Shang Yao Yuan
Category
Nature Photography - Wildlife
Country / Region
Taiwan
Professional
2026
Photographer / Company
Hridgandhaa G Mistry
Category
Fine Art Photography - Beauty
Country / Region
India