The shoeshiner
Shoe polishing is a quick fix. The boy takes it up as a means of survival or as a stepping stone to other opportunities. Unlike fixed shoe shops, he brings his services to the people. He anticipates a better future from that while he inspires others to make enough from the little, they have.
About Artist
Philipp Schmieja
Self-taught photographer and passionate traveler. I discovered my passion for photography during traveling African countries. I had developed a fascination for tribes. This has been underpinned by my passion for photography. Tribal people are those who have unique customs. They often have a symbiotic bond with the environments in which they live. I am using photography as a medium to capture candid moments as well as community spirit and portraits. And in that moment, through my lens, I am seeking to portray the soul of the places by blending intimate people photography with striking imagery of cultural heritage.
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