Ash and Light
A volcanic plume rises into the sky as the first light of morning spills across the ridges of Mount Bromo in East Java, Indonesia. The scene balances violence and serenity, ash and illumination, reminding us of nature’s dual power to destroy and to inspire.
Awards
World Photo Annual
2025Discovery of the Year
Landscapes
Non Professional
Bronze
Travel
Non Professional
Honorable Mention
Nature
Non Professional
Ash and Light
A volcanic plume rises into the sky as the first light of morning spills across the ridges of Mount Bromo in East Java, Indonesia. The scene balances violence and serenity, ash and illumination, reminding us of nature’s dual power to destroy and to inspire.
About Artist
Timon Halbach
Timon Halbach is a photographer from Germany, now based in London. Photography is his way of slowing down and finding stillness away from the fast pace of city life. Though a non-professional, he approaches the medium with care and precision, focusing on simple, atmospheric scenes that capture a sense of light, balance, and place. His work is often created while traveling, where he seeks moments that evoke calm and quiet reflection.
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