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Anchors of Ascent

At dawn in Sossusvlei, two workers struggle against the force of the rising hot air balloon. Their effort, framed by the harsh desert landscape, shows the strength needed for this demanding job. In the morning light, they embody the unseen labor that makes each flight possible.

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Color Photography Contest

2025

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Travel

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Anchors of Ascent

At dawn in Sossusvlei, two workers struggle against the force of the rising hot air balloon. Their effort, framed by the harsh desert landscape, shows the strength needed for this demanding job. In the morning light, they embody the unseen labor that makes each flight possible.

About Artist

Alexandre Brisson

"In photography, I always take the time to rush everything." That phrase sums up my approach to photography: present, intuitive, and always chasing the moment before it disappears. I'm the eye behind Panoramania.ch, where panoramic landscapes, travel, adventure, wildlife, and infrared photography come together to tell stories of raw beauty and fleeting light. From alpine ridges to distant coastlines, I seek out places where nature speaks loudest—often at the edges of comfort, in early dawns or late dusks, where the world still feels untouched. Infrared photography, in particular, lets me reimagine the familiar and see landscapes in an entirely new light—literally. My work is about motion and stillness, discovery and reflection. Whether it's a frozen second of wildlife or a sweeping 180° mountaintop view, every shot is a way to hold onto wonder just a little longer.

Alexandre Brisson

Photographic Areas of Focus

Abstract, Aerial, Landscapes, Landscapes, Nature, Travel, Wildlife

Location

Switzerland

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