Stillness. The Stadium [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ], [ 4 ]

• Photographer
  Rolandas Urbonavicius
• Technical Info
  Nikon D850, Nikkor 24-70 mm f/2.8E VR
• Photo Date
  01 19 2025

The first snow falls, weaving an illusion of stillness and peace, as the sports season fades into memory. Tall trees encircling the stadium stand like silent sentinels, guarding the hush that settles within its confines. The pristine snow contrasts softly with the faded lines of the running track, while the empty stands echo a forgotten cheer. The towering floodlights, the track's curve, the silent football goals, and the protective netting all seem to whisper forgotten tales, wrapped in the quiet embrace of the winter fog.

Rolandas Urbonavicius is an independent photographer based in Germany. Using black-and-white photography and long exposures, he captures the changing landscape as a reflection of human emotion. His “slow photography” approach creates a subtle, sometimes surreal atmosphere that invites reflection. Rolandas Urbonavicius’ photographs have been widely recognized and awarded in international competitions.