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From the bottom of the ocean

It all begins at the bottom of this bay—a dark world where humans are not welcome. In this realm, filled with sharp iron, a group of youths take immense risks salvaging iron to sell. It's a titanic effort that only ends on the beach when they load the heavy pieces onto motorcycles for weighing

Awards

World Photo Annual

2025

Honorable Mention

Photojournalism

Non Professional

From the bottom of the ocean

It all begins at the bottom of this bay—a dark world where humans are not welcome. In this realm, filled with sharp iron, a group of youths take immense risks salvaging iron to sell. It's a titanic effort that only ends on the beach when they load the heavy pieces onto motorcycles for weighing

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

João Coelho

Photographic Areas of Focus

People, Photojournalism

Location

Angola

Interview

João Coelho - 2024 Black & White Photo Contest | 2nd Place Winner | Non-Professional

Interview

João Coelho - 2024 Black & White Photo Contest |  2nd Place Winner | Non-Professional
Honorable Mention
Christopher "Click" Thompson

Christopher "Click" Thompson

Photojournalism

Honorable Mention +1
Andrea Francolini

Andrea Francolini

People

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Benjamin Gibson

Benjamin Gibson

Photojournalism

Honorable Mention
Daniel Ceng / Anadolu Agency

Daniel Ceng / Anadolu Agency

Photojournalism

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