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Taming a giant

A group of men work in a ship graveyard, pulling hundreds of pounds of metal out of the water and selling it for a measly 150 dollars a ton. It's a titanic battle against giants that have fallen asleep at the bottom of the sea, that they can only win with strength, courage and teamwork

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2024

Silver

Photojournalism

Non Professional

Taming a giant

A group of men work in a ship graveyard, pulling hundreds of pounds of metal out of the water and selling it for a measly 150 dollars a ton. It's a titanic battle against giants that have fallen asleep at the bottom of the sea, that they can only win with strength, courage and teamwork

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

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