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The fisherman

In Arusí, on Colombia's Pacific coast, a fisherman is both hidden and revealed by the ocean's offering. A portrait where the face disappears, allowing color, gesture, and the bond between human and nature to tell the story of identity, belonging and place.

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Color Photography Contest

2026

Silver

Portrait

Professional

The fisherman

In Arusí, on Colombia's Pacific coast, a fisherman is both hidden and revealed by the ocean's offering. A portrait where the face disappears, allowing color, gesture, and the bond between human and nature to tell the story of identity, belonging and place.

About Artist

Ana Maria Fandiño

Colombian photographer based in Medellín. With over a decade of experience in fashion and visual storytelling, her work explores the emotional power of imagery through color, light, and texture. Her photography moves between editorial, commercial, and personal projects, creating images that feel vibrant, intimate, and deeply connected to human expression. Her work has been featured in Vogue México & Latin America, Vogue Italia’s PhotoVogue, VICE, and The Independent Photographer. She was recently recognized as Fashion Photographer of the Year, highlighting her contribution to contemporary fashion imagery in Latin America.

Ana Maria Fandiño

Photographic Areas of Focus

Fashion & Beauty, Portrait

Location

Colombia

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