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Living for Death

Indonesia, Sulawesi, Toraja. Ma' Nene ceremony, or cleaning of the corpses. Coffins are opened and the mummies are cleaned and given a change of clothes. Expressions of sadness are mixed with the overall happy atmosphere surrounding these moments of bonding with loved ones and honoring ancestors.

Awards

World Photo Annual

2023

Honorable Mention

Photojournalism

Professional

Living for Death

Indonesia, Sulawesi, Toraja. Ma' Nene ceremony, or cleaning of the corpses. Coffins are opened and the mummies are cleaned and given a change of clothes. Expressions of sadness are mixed with the overall happy atmosphere surrounding these moments of bonding with loved ones and honoring ancestors.

About Artist

Alain Schroeder

Belgian photojournalist Alain Schroeder has been working in the industry for over four decades. First as a sports photographer in the 80s, then shooting books and editorial pieces in art and human stories. In 2013, he uprooted his life, trading-in his shares in Reporters, to pursue life on the road with a camera. He now travels the world shooting stories focusing on social issues and people. He has won many international awards including Nikon Japan, Nikon Belgium, TPOTY, Istanbul Photo, Days Japan, Trieste Photo, PX3, IPA, MIFA, BIFA, PDN, the Fence, Lens Culture, Siena, POYI and World Press Photo.

Alain Schroeder

Photographic Areas of Focus

People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Sports, Travel, Wildlife

Location

Belgium

Interview

Alain Schroeder - Color Photography Contest 2023 | 1st Place | Professional

Interview

Alain Schroeder - Color Photography Contest 2023 | 1st Place | Professional

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