logo

Return to Gallery

João Coelho

João Coelho

Unwavering Grace

This series honors the fierce resilience of women who shoulder the unfair burden of survival alone. Amidst backbreaking labor and deep exhaustion, they remain exemplary mothers—keeping their children close and breastfeeding in the harshest environments. They are the backbone of hope.

Photojournalism

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

Related Entries

View All Entries

Sergio Fadul

Sergio Fadul

Photojournalism

Jonathan Troll

Jonathan Troll

Photojournalism

+4

William West West

William West West

Photojournalism

logo

Contests

Info

FAQ & RulesTerms of UsePrivacy Policy

Links

Facebook

Instagram

Contact Us

© Creative Resource Collective, LLC 2026. All Rights Reserved.

reFocus Awards is managed by Creative Resource Collective, LLC.

Learn More

Creative Resource Collective, LLC.