Unsplash Awards 2025 Nominee

Ritam Baishya

Worker rappels down building to wash windows.

A high-angle, vertical shot of a tall, white building facade under a clear blue sky. A lone worker is suspended mid-air by a single rope, positioned between rows of dark, rectangular windows. Carrying a bucket, the figure appears small against the vast, weathered expanse of the concrete wall, highlighting the grueling nature of high-rise maintenance. The composition emphasizes clean lines, repetitive geometric patterns, and the dramatic contrast between the bright architectural surface and the dark window frames.

A full-body shot of a young man sitting casually on a rustic wooden stool against the textured log wall of a cabin. He is dressed in a dark crewneck sweatshirt and navy pants, with one leg extended down to the ground. The natural wood tones of the cabin and the surrounding forest create a warm, earthy aesthetic, perfect for themes of wilderness living or travel.

Buildings framing a bright blue sky with clouds

Looking up at a striking contrast between narrow urban buildings and a vibrant blue sky with bright white clouds. The harsh lines of the architecture frame the open sky, emphasizing the verticality of city life.

A first-person, black and white shot of a person's feet on wet, speckled stairs, looking down a flight of stairs with a metal railing.

A street-level shot of a flooded city street, with water reaching up to the wheels of parked vehicles. An auto-rickshaw is prominently visible in the foreground. Buildings with storefronts and various signs line both sides of the street, with a yellow building in the distance and trees on the right.

A low-angle, black and white shot of two buildings against a cloudy sky. The building on the left is a run-down residential structure, while the building on the right is a modern, reflective facade with a "Big Bazaar" sign and decorative lights. Power lines are visible in the foreground.

A colorful street scene featuring a prominent, old clock tower. The tower stands tall next to a multi-story building covered in various billboards and advertisements. The image captures the vibrant, bustling feel of a city street.

A monochromatic shot of a serene riverside scene, featuring a classic street lamp on a railing that runs along the water's edge. The sky is filled with dramatic, cloudy patterns.

A man in a cap looks directly at the camera.

A color close-up portrait of a young man wearing a blue baseball cap and a dark t-shirt, looking directly at the camera. The background features warm, earthy tones of what appears to be traditional architecture, possibly a building or temple, with an arched doorway visible.

A low-angle, black and white photograph captures a tall, ornate clock tower reaching into a dramatic, cloudy sky. Pine trees with dark silhouettes stand in the foreground, partially obscuring the base of the tower and framing the shot. The tower itself is highly detailed, featuring multiple levels, arched windows, and a pointed spire topped with a finial. The lack of color emphasizes the textures and contrasts of the building and the sky.