Finalist Portrait · January 2024
Dignity
In this compelling portrait, a village tribal woman emerges from the labor of the fields, her expressive eyes reflecting a blend of weariness and resilience. Captured in a moment of reprieve, she rests in the shade, adorned in a vibrant red shirt and a piece of cloth wrapped around her head as protection from the sun's harsh rays. The intensity in her eyes tells a tale of hard work, strength, and a connection to the land. The red hues in her attire echo not only a bold visual statement but also symbolize the vitality and fortitude ingrained in her daily life. This photograph serves as a testament to the dignity and beauty found in the ordinary moments of rural existence, inviting viewers to appreciate the profound stories etched on the face of a woman whose spirit remains unbroken amid the challenges of her laborious work.
- Award
- Finalist — Portrait, January 2024
- Location
- Bolpur, West Bengal, India
- Camera
- NIKON Z 6_2
- Focal length
- 66mm
- Shutter
- 1/80s
- Aperture
- f/4
- ISO
- ISO 1600