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.

Touching the Earth - Film Photography / Travel Category, MUSE Photography Awards Winner
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