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The Gaze of Envy

A layered composition exploring the divide between artifice and intimacy. While the high-fashion model represents an idealized perfection, she appears to look down in envy at the real-world couple, whose small, silhouetted forms possess the genuine human connection she lacks.

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2026

Nominee

Conceptual

Non Professional

The Gaze of Envy

A layered composition exploring the divide between artifice and intimacy. While the high-fashion model represents an idealized perfection, she appears to look down in envy at the real-world couple, whose small, silhouetted forms possess the genuine human connection she lacks.

About Artist

Atsuyuki Watanabe

New York and Tokyo based visual artist. Exploring something interesting.

Atsuyuki Watanabe

Photographic Areas of Focus

Fine Art, Street

Location

United States of America

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Gold
Honorable Mention +1
Richard Bentley

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People’s Vote Award
Honorable Mention
Yong Ye

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