Heather Smith, The Arc of Joy (SINGLE SHOT 2025)

A perfect arc of water captures the energy of the moment as the young teen's hair is flipped back and captured as if it is still. Set against a backdrop of lush greenery and mirrored in the clear river, the scene radiates freedom and playfulness.

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