Light in the Dark by Maria Magdalena Vladu-PopaLight in the Dark by Maria Magdalena Vladu-Popa
I took this photo on a winter evening, in the center of the city where I live. The Christmas Fair had just started and the streets were crowded with people who were admiring the Christmas decorations or eating gingerbread. I was there with my parents and they offered to pose for me. The photo is a portrait of my mother and was done using one of the Christmas lights arrangements on the street.
A Life Is Not Balanced by Karthick SaravananA Life Is Not Balanced by Karthick Saravanan
In the heart of Kanyakumari, amidst the bustle of life, a poignant scene unfolds. A young boy, his face etched with determination, sifts through the discarded remnants of society in search of something of value. With him, a loyal companion—a dog, watches over him with a mixture of curiosity and concern.
The backdrop of the waste ward, with its piles of refuse and discarded treasures, serves as a stark reminder of life's inequalities. While some may bask in luxury and abundance, others are left to scavenge for the bare necessities among the detritus of society.
Yet, amid the chaos and disparity, there is a quiet resilience in the boy's gaze—a refusal to be defined by his circumstances. His companion, a silent witness to his struggle, embodies the unwavering loyalty and companionship that transcends material wealth.
In this snapshot of life in Kanyakumari, India, the juxtaposition of innocence and adversity speaks volumes. It is a reminder that, despite the imbalances that exist, the human spirit endures, seeking hope and possibility even in the most unlikely of places.
Flying Through the Water by Leanne LindsayFlying Through the Water by Leanne Lindsay
The Sydney Aquarium buzzed with excited families, but my grandchildren and I were captivated by a different kind of movement - the enchanting underwater ballet of the little penguins. With my Mirrorless camera in hand and my old DSLR in theirs, I was their patient photography coach, but these tuxedoed dynamos were the true stars. Unlike their larger cousins, these pint-sized swimmers seemed to defy gravity. Their wings propelled them through the water with incredible speed and grace, like tiny rockets dancing and soaring through the depths.