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From the bottom of the ocean

It all begins at the bottom of this bay, a dark and gloomy world where a group of fearless young men brave immense risks to salvage iron from sunken ships. It's a titanic effort that only ends on the beach when they manage to get the heavy pieces onto motorcycles to be weighed down

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2025

Honorable Mention

Photojournalism

Non Professional

From the bottom of the ocean

It all begins at the bottom of this bay, a dark and gloomy world where a group of fearless young men brave immense risks to salvage iron from sunken ships. It's a titanic effort that only ends on the beach when they manage to get the heavy pieces onto motorcycles to be weighed down

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
Nominee
Hector Guerrero

Hector Guerrero

Photojournalism

Silver
João Coelho

João Coelho

Photojournalism

People’s Vote Award
Honorable Mention
César Cortés

César Cortés

Photojournalism

Nominee
Lennard Grohn

Lennard Grohn

Nature

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