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Philipp Schmieja

The gaze

A pregnant woman needed a break during a Vodou ceremony in Port-au-Prince. A boy walked his school way and gave us the gaze.

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Black & White Photo Contest

2026

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People

Non Professional

The gaze

A pregnant woman needed a break during a Vodou ceremony in Port-au-Prince. A boy walked his school way and gave us the gaze.

About Artist

Philipp Schmieja

Self-taught photographer and passionate traveler. I discovered my passion for photography during traveling African countries. I had developed a fascination for tribes. This has been underpinned by my passion for photography. Tribal people are those who have unique customs. They often have a symbiotic bond with the environments in which they live. I am using photography as a medium to capture candid moments as well as community spirit and portraits. And in that moment, through my lens, I am seeking to portray the soul of the places by blending intimate people photography with striking imagery of cultural heritage.

Photographic Areas of Focus

People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Travel

Location

Germany

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