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Arctic Dreams

After a strenuous shift, the miners of Barentsburg not only sweat the dirt out of their pores, but also their thoughts out of their heads. They chat about all sorts of things over tea, and a dip in the snow serves to cool them down.

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Color Photography Contest

2024

Honorable Mention

Photojournalism

Professional

Arctic Dreams

After a strenuous shift, the miners of Barentsburg not only sweat the dirt out of their pores, but also their thoughts out of their heads. They chat about all sorts of things over tea, and a dip in the snow serves to cool them down.

About Artist

Mario Heller

Mario Heller is a Swiss photographer whose work focuses on the relationships between social structures and cultural backgrounds. In 2015 he decided to follow his passion for storytelling and graduated from MAZ - The Swiss School of Journalism with a focus on documentary photography. He travels the world to discover new stories that deserve to be shared with the whole world. Mario's pictures have been published in numerous international magazines, articles, as well as newspapers and, have been featured in various galleries. Besides his editorial work, he works with non-profit organizations and commercial clients.

Mario Heller

Photographic Areas of Focus

Photojournalism, Portrait

Location

Germany

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