Exhaustion
They risk their lives every day in this ship graveyard, diving to remove iron sheets from the sunken carcasses of ships, using only their hands and the strength of their arms. Exhausted, they have to find the strength to fight the waves and currents and bring the heavy pieces to shore
Awards
Black & White Photo Contest
2025Bronze
Photojournalism
Non Professional
Exhaustion
They risk their lives every day in this ship graveyard, diving to remove iron sheets from the sunken carcasses of ships, using only their hands and the strength of their arms. Exhausted, they have to find the strength to fight the waves and currents and bring the heavy pieces to shore
About Artist
João Coelho
Human condition has always fascinated me and its study has been a main driver in my work. More than an aesthetic purpose, I intend my photography to arouse feelings, emotions, and convey messages, by telling stories that depict suffering or joy, despair or mutual help, strength or disappointment, or simply resilience in the face of adversity and uncertainty about the future
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João Coelho - 2024 Black & White Photo Contest | 2nd Place Winner | Non-Professional
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