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Too soon

Madalena is still a child, but she has to look after her little sister while her parents work. It's always been like this, her mother and grandmother also had to suffer the same fate of being premature mothers. But her gaze, vacant and sad, doesn't lie! It was too soon!

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2025

Gold

Photojournalism

Non Professional

Too soon

Madalena is still a child, but she has to look after her little sister while her parents work. It's always been like this, her mother and grandmother also had to suffer the same fate of being premature mothers. But her gaze, vacant and sad, doesn't lie! It was too soon!

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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Photojournalism

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Myriam Tangi

Myriam Tangi

Photojournalism

Gold +1
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Kristian Autain

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