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Photography Competition Winners and Projects
1. Series:
Photographer: Seido Kino
Country: (Not explicitly mentioned, but likely associated with the news source .uk)
Project Description: overlays archival photographs from the 1940s-60s within current scenes to make viewers consider the advantages and disadvantages linked to a country’s growth.
2. Perspectives:
Photographer: Laura Pannack
Country: United Kingdom
Project Title: the Journey Home from School
Project description: Explores the tumultuous public lives of young people in the gang-governed Cape Flats area of Cape Town, South Africa, where their daily commute carries the risk of death. it explores how young people have to walk to and from school avoiding the daily threat of gang crossfire.
3. Portraiture:
Photographer: Gui Christ
Country: Brazil
Project Title: M’kumba
Project Description: Illustrates the resilience of Afro-Brazilian communities in the face of local religious intolerance, photographing a proud, young generation representing African deities and mythological tales.
4. Sport:
Photographer: Chantal pinzi
Country: Italy
Project Title: Shred the Patriarchy
Project Description: Focuses on female skaters in India, who challenge stereotypes, fight marginalization, and reclaim public spaces in both urban and rural areas.
5. Still Life:
Photographer: Peter Franck
Country: Germany
Project Title: Still Waiting
Project Description: Presents collages that capture moments of pause, of waiting.
6. Open – Motion:
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Archyde Interviews: Unveiling the Stories Behind Award-Winning Photography Projects
Welcome to Archyde, where we bring you exclusive insights from the world of visual storytelling. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Anya Sharma, a leading photography curator at the prestigious ‘Global Lens’ competition, to delve into the compelling works of this year’s winners.
Exploring the ‘Global Lens’ Winning Projects
Archyde: Anya, thank you for joining us. It’s a privilege to have you. Could you start by giving us a general overview of the competition and what makes these photographers’ works stand out?
Anya Sharma: Thank you for having me.Global Lens aims to celebrate photography that pushes boundaries and tells crucial stories. what truly sets the winners apart is their ability to evoke empathy and provoke critical thought through their images.They are not just capturing moments; they’re crafting narratives.
Series: Seido kino’s Time-Traveling Narratives
Archyde: The series category features Seido Kino. Could you provide some further insights into their work?
Anya Sharma: Absolutely. Seido Kino, known often for their unique ability to overlay archival from the 1940s-60s with current scenes to explore the growth of a country. It’s a project that blends ancient context with present-day realities, inviting viewers to contemplate the evolution of society and the consequences of progress.
Perspectives: Laura Pannack’s ‘The Journey Home from School’
Archyde: Laura Pannack’s ‘The Journey Home from School’ is a powerful piece. Could you discuss her approach?
Anya Sharma: Laura’s project profoundly depicts the turbulent lives of young people in the Cape Flats area of Cape Town, South Africa. She focuses on navigating daily life with the constant threat of gang violence is heart-wrenching. It provides viewers with a deep look to the experiences of people who have to face danger on their way to and from school.
Portraiture: Gui Christ Captures Resilience
Archyde: Gui Christ’s ‘M’kumba’ offers a different, yet equally compelling, perspective. What are the core themes?
Anya Sharma: ‘M’kumba’ is a celebration of Afro-Brazilian communities.Gui’s portraits showcase a proud young generation that is reclaiming their cultural identity. The project highlights the power of community in defying religious intolerance. The images are powerful, positive and the message rings through the photos.
Sport: Chantal Pinzi’s ‘Shred the Patriarchy’
Archyde: Chantal Pinzi’s work on female skaters in India. What’s the goal of the project?
Anya Sharma: Chantal aims to spotlight female skaters in India. The project is about challenging gender stereotypes, fighting marginalization, and reclaiming public spaces. This work is very inspiring and shows real strength and courage.
Still Life: Peter Franck’s ‘still Waiting’
Archyde: Peter Franck’s work is focused on moments of pause. What is the purpose?
Anya Sharma: Peter’s collages offer moments of respite. It captures the stillness. moments of waiting. These are great works of reflection and very calming.
Archyde: that is a beautiful explanation. Thank you Anya, it was great to have you.
Anya Sharma: My pleasure, thank you for having me.
Archyde: Do you think the photographers’ work will bring about changes in their areas?
Readers’ Thoughts: What impact do you beleive these types of photo projects have on the communities they highlight? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
