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Karen Husemann

Karen Husemann

Returning Souls

Each autumn, millions of monarch butterflies arrive in Mexico, coinciding with Día de los Muertos. For generations, they have been seen as the returning spirits of loved ones, transforming the forest into a living bridge between memory and nature.

Awards

Color Photography Contest

2026

Honorable Mention

Wildlife

Non Professional

Returning Souls

Each autumn, millions of monarch butterflies arrive in Mexico, coinciding with Día de los Muertos. For generations, they have been seen as the returning spirits of loved ones, transforming the forest into a living bridge between memory and nature.

About Artist

Karen Husemann

Drawn to remote places and untamed landscapes, Karen Husemann uses photography to capture fleeting moments of beauty, resilience, and connection in the natural world. Her images reflect a deep appreciation for wildlife and the stories that unfold beyond human sight.

Karen Husemann

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Landscapes, Nature, Underwater, Wildlife

Location

Mexico

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