reFocus Magazine
Featuring interviews with winning artists and our world-class judges as well as resources and tips from the pros, reFocus Magazine will help you dive deeper into the world of reFocus, learn about applying to our contests, and hone your craft.
by Lily Fierman
In these beautifully rendered images, muted tones and sharp lines create a landscape where functionality takes precedence over ornamentation. This focus on utility is where the beauty of the series lies. Luke Gram’s impactful work offers a rare glimpse into North Korea, allowing us to connect faces and places to a world largely closed off to the masses.
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Xuejun Long's winning series invites viewers to look more closely, allowing them to gaze in wonder at the beauty and majesty of a special part of our world as seen from above. Many of these images look like paintings, and that is part of their magic.
ContinueUtilizing a genius process that Man has not only created but also perfected, his first-place winning image engages with the temporal qualities of light, color, our natural environment, and still imagery. It is a magnificent feat and use of the medium, which will embed itself in the viewer's minds long after they look away.
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