That morning, the sun had just risen from behind the rooftops. Its light fell obliquely, filtering through the gaps between the buildings and reflecting silhouettes on the serene white walls. It was at that moment that I discovered a shadow that caught my eye the silhouette of a man on his motorcycle. A simple sight, yet one that held a beauty that could only be captured by patient eyes and a calm heart.
The shadow seemed to have a life of its own. It stood upright against the wall, depicting a human figure preparing to face the day. There was no face, no color, just a shape sculpted by light. But that was precisely where its beauty lay a simplicity that spoke more deeply than the thousands of colors in the real world.
I have always loved this play of light and shadow. They are like two complementary sides of life. Without light, shadows would not exist. But without shadows, we also cannot understand the direction of the light. With each step as a shadow hunter, I learned to notice the small things that are often overlooked the angle of the light shining softly in the morning, or the old wall that became a canvas for the shadows of life.
I took this photo with a sense of awe and serenity. Behind the shadows lies a simple human story: perhaps someone on their way to work, or simply enjoying the morning on their motorbike before starting their activities. The shadows symbolize the journey about time, effort, and the ongoing direction of life.
Being a shadow hunter isn't just about capturing shapes, but also about understanding the meaning behind them. Each shadow is a small piece of the story of a life unfolding under the sunlight. And behind each piece, there's always beauty waiting to be discovered.
| Photographer | Smartphone used | Location |
|---|---|---|
 | Realme C53 | Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam |
