There is a reception of photos for the 35AWARDS 2026! #35AWARDS

📝 Description

The images depict a specific section of a mosaic wall in Hanoi, Vietnam, characterized by vibrant red flowers and a golden dragon relief. Photographers are drawn to this location because the textured surface provides a striking backdrop for street photography, offering rich color contrasts against the grey pavement. The subjects vary from motorcyclists and cyclists to vendors carrying goods, creating a dynamic interplay between the static art and daily life. This site is part of Hanoi's historic Old Quarter, where traditional commerce continues alongside modern traffic. A shared visual motif unites the group: the juxtaposition of human activity against a colorful, artistic urban canvas. The wall features a mosaic technique that adds depth to the floral patterns. The presence of vendors suggests the area remains a hub for local trade and daily routines.

How to shoot it

📍 Where to shoot

Outdoor shooting in the city, on Ham Long Street in Hanoi's Old Quarter.

🧭 How to get there

The street is located in the center of the old town, accessible on foot. The area is known for street trading and dense pedestrian traffic with goods, creating a dynamic background for shooting.

🎫 Access and rules

Shooting takes place on an open city street, free entry. No special permits or tickets are required.

🎒 Gear

A zoom lens with a range of 50–135 mm is preferred to compress perspective and highlight mosaic details. A tripod is not needed due to short shutter speeds.

Cameras and lenses the authors used (10)

Sony ILCE-7M4 3 Canon EOS 5D Mark III 2 Fujifilm X-T1 1 Sony ILCE-7RM3 1 Apple iPhone 11 Pro 124-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art 019 2XF55-200mm F3.5-4.8 R LM OIS 1EF135mm f/2L USM 1FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM 1iPhone 11 Pro back triple camera 6mm f/2 1

⚙️ Settings

Shutter 1/500 (1/1250 – 1/320)Aperture f/5.6 (f/3.2 – f/9)ISO 400 (100 – 640)Focal length 73 mm (51 – 135)

Based on 13 frames with camera data. Median and 10-90% range across the idea frames.

Use an aperture of f/5.6–f/9 for sharpness throughout the composition and ISO 400. Shutter speed should be fast (1/500 s or higher) to freeze the movement of passersby.

⚠️ Good to know

Shooting takes place in a dense urban flow, so it is important to exercise caution when moving between people and motorcycles. The best time for shooting is during daylight hours (10:00–17:00), when street trading and pedestrian traffic with goods are active.

📈 How the idea developed

works uploadedshare of all site uploads, per 100k

The date is when the file was uploaded to the site. The chart counts works assigned to the idea.

✅ How to repeat it

Look for contrast between the static mosaic and the movement of people or transport for a dynamic frame.
Shoot at moments when passersby with flowers walk in front of the wall to strengthen the story connection.
Use a telephoto lens to isolate painting details from the cluttered urban background.

✨ Interesting facts

🏆 How the best frame was shot: Sony ILCE-6600, FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS, 1/400, f/6.3, ISO 320, 51 mm
📐 100% of frames are landscape orientation
🥇 1 works reached the finals, 1 won. Best contest: 7th 35AWARDS 2022
👤 Most frequent authors: Jayakumar MN 3 Lương Trần 2
🌍 Authors by country: 🇻🇳 VN 12 🇦🇪 AE 4 🇮🇳 IN 1 🇷🇺 RU 1

Some tips are prepared by AI from the idea description, photos and their EXIF. Check the rules and access to places before you travel.

Works

These lists are generated automatically and may contain inaccuracies. Photos are shown in random order, and selections are refreshed twice a day. This section is made for exploring photos and does not claim 100% accuracy. The lists include photos that previously participated in contests that are already completed.