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The Salt of the Earth

In the Maras Salt Mines of Peru, this photograph depicts the daily work of a local worker descending into the depths of the mine, navigating the intricate veins of this vast network. It illustrates the silent dedication of those who extract nature's precious crystals from the heart of the earth.

Awards

World Photo Annual

2024

Nominee

Photojournalism

Non Professional

The Salt of the Earth

In the Maras Salt Mines of Peru, this photograph depicts the daily work of a local worker descending into the depths of the mine, navigating the intricate veins of this vast network. It illustrates the silent dedication of those who extract nature's precious crystals from the heart of the earth.

About Artist

Thibault Gerbaldi

Self-taught photographer and passionate traveler, Thibault Gerbaldi roams the world to capture visual stories infused with emotion and authenticity. Over the past five years, he has self-published six photography books, including CROSSROADS on Ethiopia, THE SANDS OF TIME dedicated to Namibia, SAILING UNDER THE ARCTIC SKY about Greenland, FACES OF PERU about Peru, ACROSS SANDS AND SKY focusing on Mongolia, and THE ART OF EARTH, a tribute to Iceland. His work has been recognized in prestigious international competitions, earning first place at the International Travel Photo Awards, second place at the PX3 (Prix de la Photographie de Paris) and the Monovision Awards, and third place at the Fine Art Photography Awards. In 2024, he received the Rising Talent Award from Travel Photographer of the Year, the world’s most prestigious travel photography competition. His images have been published in Leica Fotografie International, All About Photo, LENS Magazine, and various specialized media. Much like Thibault himself, his work travels the world—from Miami to Paris, Venice, Los Angeles, and Rome. In 2024, his growing recognition earned him a spot among AAP’s Emerging Talents to Watch. Beyond photography, Thibault is committed to supporting humanitarian causes through his work. A board member of The Forgotten International since 2019, he donates a portion of his book and print sales to fund solidarity projects supporting marginalized communities.

Thibault Gerbaldi

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Landscapes, Nature, People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Street, Travel, Wildlife

Location

United States of America

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