Silhouette Collection (#98)

Devotees of the Afro-Brazilian goddess of the sea Iemanja pay tribute on Iemanjas Day at Ramirez beach in Montevideo February 2, 2015

People are silhouetted as the walk past a view of St Pauls Cathedral in London, Britain December 28, 2015. REUTERS/Neil Hall TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Migrating starlings fly in formation across the sky near the southern Israeli town of Rahat February 2, 2015. The phenomenon known murmuration is most common during the winter months

A Rohingya refugee boy walks in the water at a refugee camp near Coxs Bazar, Bangladesh October 11, 2017. REUTERS/Jorge Silva TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Sunlight reflects on the waters surface as people sit on chairs on a warm and sunny day on the Promenade Des Anglais in Nice, France, February 16, 2017. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Men dressed as Chlaeuse walk during the traditional Sylvesterchlausen near Urnaesch
Men dressed as " Chlaeuse", figures that scare away evil spirits, carry round bells and cowbells as they walk on a partially snow-covered road during the traditional "

A bird with frozen feathers tries to fly at the frozen Dojran lake, Macedonia January 11, 2017, as icy weather continues across Europe. REUTERS/Ognen Teofilovski TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

An Afghan woman walks along a street covered with snow on the outskirts of Kabul, Afghanistan February 7, 2017. REUTERS/Omar Sobhani TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A sister, member of the Clarisses community, walks in the garden of Saint Clare Monastery in Nantes, France September 7, 2017. Picture taken September 7, 2017

A man covers his head walks on a hilltop on a snowy day in Kabul, Afghanistan January 14, 2017. REUTERS/Mohammad Ismail TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

The Wider Image: Venezuelan crisis spawns boom in gambling
Competitors take part in a horserace, with a slum or " barrio" in the background at La Rinconada Hippodrome, Caracas, Venezuela, October 8, 2017

A woman watches the sun rise behind the Shard from Primrose hill in London, Britain, December 28, 2017. REUTERS/Hannah McKay TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Palestinian demonstrators are reflected in rain water after attending a protest at the
Palestinian demonstrators are reflected in rain water after attending a protest calling for lifting the blockade on Gaza, at the Israel-Gaza border fence in Gaza October 26, 2018

A man rides a boat as seagulls fly over the waters of the river Yamuna early morning in New Delhi, India, November 21, 2018. REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A worker removes paper rolls after filling them with gunpowder mixture to make firecrackers at a factory on the outskirts of Ahmedabad, India September 27, 2017

Protest against Chiles government in Santiago
Demonstrators take cover from water cannon fired by riot police, with an improvised shield during a protest against Chiles government, in Santiago, Chile November 28, 2019. REUTERS/Ivan Alvarado

Ethiopians fish on the Awasa lake in Hawassa, Ethiopia, November 22, 2019. REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri

A man looks at the U. S. Capitol Building in Washington
A man looks at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, U.S, October 13, 2019. REUTERS/Carlos Jasso

Fishermens boats are seen during a sunset in Kraljevica, Croatia, October 24, 2019. REUTERS/Antonio Bronic

A man runs past a burning barrier during a march in Hong Kong, China October 20, 2019. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

A small lake reflecting palm trees is pictured in Nsuaem district, western Ghana November 23, 2018. Picture taken November 23, 2018. To match Special Report GOLD-AFRICA/POISON REUTERS/Zohra Bensemra

A woman uses her mobile phone to take pictures of bullet holes in windows damaged during the attack on the Divine Mercy Church last year when a group of demonstrators protested against Nicaraguan

An elephant walks through the Msai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, October 15, 2019. REUTERS/Baz Ratner TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A street vendor takes a packets of vermilion powder kept on sale ahead of Tihar festival, also called Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, in Kathmandu, Nepal October 22, 2019

Climate activists from Extinction Rebellion launch a new wave of civil disobedience in
A view of empty roads leading to Brandenburg Gate as climate activists from the group Extinction Rebellion block roads around the Victory Column near the gate in a first wave of " civil

A general view of the stars and mountains at Al-Kharza area of Wadi Rum is seen in the south of Amman, Jordan, July 27, 2019. Picture taken July 27, 2019. REUTERS/Muhammad Hamed

Downtown Los Angeles is seen behind electricity lines through the morning marine layer in Los Angeles, California, U.S. August 20, 2019. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson

The full moon rises behind St. Michaels Mount in Penzance, Cornwall, Britain, August 15, 2019. REUTERS/Toby Melville

A volunteer wades across the lagoon at dawn to gather flamingo chicks and place them inside a corral in the Fuente de Piedra natural reserve, near Malaga, southern Spain, August 17, 2019

Fisherman is seen during a rainy day at the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon in Rio de Janeiro
A fisherman is seen during a rainy day at the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil November 11, 2019. REUTERS/Sergio Moraes

Clouds surround an autumnal tree on a rainy day near Holzkirchen, Germany, November 28, 2019. REUTERS/Michael Dalder

The Golden Temple is seen illuminated as Sikh devotees arrive on the eve of the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the first Sikh Guru and founder of Sikh faith, in Amritsar, India

Men fish from the shore in Beirut, Lebanon November 9, 2019. REUTERS/Andres Martinez Casares

The Palace of Westminster and a man walking are reflected in a puddle in London, Britain November 4, 2019. REUTERS/Yara Nardi TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A cross stands in Holy Land USA in Waterbury
A cross stands in Holy Land USA, a now closed theme park inspired by Bible passages and locales, in Waterbury, Connecticut, U.S. October 4, 2019. REUTERS/Brian Snyder

Flamingos fly as volunteers wade across the lagoon at dawn to gather flamingo chicks and place them inside a corral in the Fuente de Piedra natural reserve, near Malaga, southern Spain, August 17

A man walks past the city of London financial district as dawn breaks in London, Britain August 20, 2019. REUTERS/Hannah McKay

Surfers are seen during a sunset on Arpoador beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, October 22, 2018. REUTERS/Sergio Moraes

A bird flies as the sun rises behind the city of London financial district in London, Britain August 20, 2019. REUTERS/Hannah McKay

A church is seen atop a mountain during sunset near the town of Kalavrita, Greece, August 15, 2019. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Two women walk by the sea during sunrise in Raches village, Greece August 9, 2019. REUTERS/Yiannis Kourtoglou

A long exposure shows stars behind a tree during the annual Perseid meteor shower near the town of Mitzpe Ramon, southern Israel, August 13, 2019. REUTERS/Amir Cohen TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

People look over Atlantic sea from a viewpoint at sunset ahead of the G7 summit in Biarritz, France, August 22, 2019. REUTERS/Sergio Perez

An Ultra-Orthodox Jewish man walks on a snow-covered street near Jerusalems Old City January 10, 2015. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun (JERUSALEM - Tags: ENVIRONMENT RELIGION TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

Pump jacks operate at sunset in Midland, Texas, U.S. February 11, 2019. Picture taken February 11, 2019. REUTERS/Nick Oxford

A member of the Mexican National Guard stands near the border fence between Mexico and the U.S. in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico July 6, 2019. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez

A man climbs an artificial wall of ice in the city of Liberec, Czech Republic, January 23, 2016. REUTERS/David W Cerny TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A person walks in front of a window at Grand Central Terminal in the Manhattan borough of New York, February 21, 2016. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

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"Captivating Silhouettes: A Journey through Time and Space" In the enchanting darkness of a December night, two little blue penguins find solace on the rocks, their figures beautifully silhouetted against the dazzling lights of Melbourne city. This mesmerizing image, captured at St Kilda breakwater in Victoria, Australia, emerged as a joint winner in the prestigious COP26 Countdown Photo Competition 2021. As we explore further, our eyes are drawn to a political map of Africa outlined by delicate shadows. It serves as a reminder of the diverse cultures and rich heritage that grace this vast continent. Moving westward across continents, we witness an awe-inspiring sunset from Siesta Beach in Sarasota, Florida. The sun's golden rays paint the sky with vibrant hues while creating striking silhouettes against the tranquil waters—a moment frozen in time. Continuing our journey along sandy shores brings us to Crosby beach in Liverpool where Antony Gormley's "Another Place" sculpture stands tall amidst crashing waves. These darkened figures evoke contemplation and reflection upon life's mysteries. Stepping into another realm altogether is cinema silhouette—an iconic symbol that transports us into countless stories and emotions woven together on silver screens worldwide. Shifting gears yet again, we encounter an advert for Sandeman Port—its silhouette hinting at sophistication and indulgence; an invitation to savor life's pleasures with every sip. Venturing back through history takes us to Avebury Stone Circle—a mystical site shrouded in ancient secrets. As dusk settles over these towering stones (J900435), their imposing outlines create an ethereal atmosphere that whispers tales of forgotten civilizations. The first light of daybreak reveals Lindisfarne at sunrise—a breathtaking scene on Holy Island off Northumberland's coast. The island silhouette emerges from darkness as if touched by divine intervention—an emblematic sight embodying tranquility and spiritual awakening.