Trapped inside a thin column of flowing water, a beam of crimson light appears to bend effortlessly, taking the path of water, as onlookers watch in fascination. We see light submitting to the laws of optics and water to the wishes of gravity – all combine to create a demonstration that has earned first position in the International Day of Light photography competition.

Ali Raza Mirza, who serves as the President of the SPIE Student Chapter at LUMS, has won the competition with this simple yet arresting demonstration. This competition was organized by the SPIE Student Chapter ITU and the OSA (Optical Society). The competition hosted two categories of submissions: photography and posters - with LUMS securing winning positions in both! The poster competition was aced by Mr. Shehzad Akhtar Ali, senior member of the SPIE Student Chapter LUMS.

We congratulation all winners and wish them continued success in all future endeavors.