Tag Archive for: Documentary Photography
Solidarity, Revolution, Hope by Swati Iyer
This photo was taken at one of the first protest in support of a ceasefire and a free Palestine on October 29th 2023 in the Hague, Netherlands. The photo is a stark reminder of revolutions against injustice, taken in front of the independence monument in the Hague, a statue commemorating the end of the French era in the Netherlands.
Shaping the Clay by Swati Iyer
This photo was taken at the house of a potter in Kutch, Gujarat, India. His craftsmanship has led him to teaching students pottery at CEPT University in Ahmedabad, one of India's most prestigious Art university. This photo was taken at his humble home where he showed us the process of making one of these majestic pots and taught us few pottery skills.
Cooling Down by Leanne Lindsay
Sydney Sizzles, But "Cooling Down" Offers a Moment of Bliss. Sydney's notorious heat turned the afternoon into a furnace. People were like wilting flowers, desperately seeking any sliver of shade. Every crowded cafe terrace boasted misters working tirelessly to battle the sun's fury. As I strolled along the Opera House's covered walkway, a different kind of scene unfolded before me. Sunlight, like a celestial spotlight, sliced through the swirling mist, painting the faces of those seeking refuge beneath its refreshing veil. Their silhouettes were haloed in a soft glow, creating an almost dreamlike atmosphere. In the midst of the stifling heat, this corner offered a brief respite, a moment of captivating calm.