A Tribute to Mom by Sandra Frimpong

Captured in the scenic backdrop of Sorrento, Italy, this poignant portrait serves as a visual homage to the photographer's mother. By focusing on the color purpleβ€”a hue deeply associated with her mother’s grace and identityβ€”Sandra Frimpong crafts a narrative of love and remembrance. The image utilizes a long focal length to isolate the subject, creating a soft, intimate atmosphere that emphasizes the emotional connection between mother and child. This photograph is award-worthy for its ability to transform a personal tribute into a universal exploration of maternal legacy, demonstrating a keen eye for color and emotional resonance.

A Tribute to Mom by Sandra Frimpong
Nikon D5100 with Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II
Exposure 1/30sec @ f/5.6 | ISO 200 | Focal Length 200mm
Copyright Β© Sandra Frimpong
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Sandra Frimpong

REGISTERED PHOTOGRAPHER

Born and raised in Ghana, Sandra Frimpong later moved to the United States, where she served in the U.S. Navy and pursued higher education in business. Her global travels during her military service ignited a passion for photography, leading her to document the simple, often overlooked beauty of daily life. Now residing in Italy, she continues to refine her craft through formal study, specializing in family portraiture and evocative storytelling that bridges her international experiences across Africa, Asia, Europe, and America.

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15,961 views | 5 Reviews
Award Winner Photo of the Day
Award Date June 24, 2015
66.0
AWARD SCORE
Value 12.0
Clarity 12.0
Composition 18.0
Style 12.0
Skill 12.0
Photograph Location
Sorrento, Italy

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Color Photography
Sandra Frimpong Photography

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5.0/5 points
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0.0/5 points
0/100 Review
Submissions
2.5/5 points
253/500 Submission
Jury Score: 66.0/80
Resonance Score: 12.5/20
Total Award Score: 78.5/100

Expert Photography Reviews · 5

Thomas Hargreaves Earned Photographs, Craft Discipline & the Long Wait Expert Review
Sorrento’s light is notoriously fickle, yet here it’s handled with a quiet, deliberate restraint. One suspects Sandra didn’t just stumble upon this purple-hued moment; she likely stood in the heat until the atmosphere softened to match her intent. It’s a rare thing to see such patience applied to a portrait. I’ve spent enough hours shivering on hillsides to recognize when someone has truly committed to their subject. It’s a lovely, earned piece of work.
Yusuf Al-Hamdan Landscape, Light as Presence & the Spiritual Dimension Expert Review
The purple hue here isn't just color; it’s a prayer. Standing in Sorrento, Sandra waited for the light to soften, letting the 200mm lens compress the distance until only the grace of her mother remained. It’s quiet, intimate work. I’ve spent enough dawns waiting for the world to reveal its secrets to know that ache. It’s a beautiful, heavy silence. She didn't just take a picture; she listened until the land finally whispered back.
Marcus Trent Human Truth, Documentary & The Decisive Moment Expert Review
You waited for the light to catch that purple, didn't you? It’s a quiet choice, but it hits hard. Using that 200mm lens pulls her out of the Sorrento noise, leaving just the grace you wanted to remember. I’ve spent years chasing moments like this, and I can feel the weight of your love in the frame. It’s honest. You didn't just take a picture; you held onto her. That’s the only reason this matters.
Mei-Ling Chen Pattern, Geometry, Abstract Form & Visual Mathematics Expert Review
The vertical axis here is anchored by the subject’s posture, creating a perfect tension against the blurred, horizontal planes of the Sorrento backdrop. Frimpong’s use of a 200mm lens compresses the depth, forcing a tight, rhythmic interaction between the purple fabric and the bokeh. It’s a beautifully solved spatial equation. I’m genuinely moved by how the geometry isolates her grace; it’s not just a portrait, it’s a precise calculation of love held within a frame.
Amara Diallo Portrait, Human Story & Narrative Portraiture Expert Review
In Sorrento’s golden light, we find a daughter listening to the echoes of her mother. The purple hue isn't just a color; it’s a memory held tight. By pulling the frame close with that long lens, Sandra invites us into a private, sacred space. I’ve looked at many portraits, but this one makes my chest ache with the weight of love. It’s a quiet conversation that doesn't need words to be heard.
Reflections on this Photograph
By Tom Bretherton

The Color of Memory

My grandmother kept a small, velvet-lined box in her vanity drawer. Inside, there was nothing of great monetary valueβ€”just a collection of dried lavender sprigs, a silk ribbon, and a single, faded button.

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By Priya Kapoor

The Weight of Lavender

The smell of dried lavender always brings back the scratch of wool against my neck and the damp, cool earth of a garden after a long rain. It is a scent that clings to the skin, a ghost of a hug that lingers long after the person has walked away.

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