Tag Archive for: Ryszard Wierzbicki Photography

Young Adult by Ryszard Wierzbicki
In the Smokey Mountain community, the eldest daughter usually plays the role of a substitute mother at home for younger siblings. Surprisingly, children living in slums do not download any education. Often, the only teaching that children experience here is the street life school. This girl has negligible chances to break free from slums.

Weaving Flores Baskets by Ryszard Wierzbicki
I met this elderly woman on the side of the road when I was traveling through Flores Island, Indonesia. There weaving baskets is the main source of income for local people, who live only on fruits. Flores Island is the farthest most uncovered…

Girl Sitter by Ryszard Wierzbicki
The picture was made in during my last Laos trip, on the way from Phonsavan to Luang Prabang. The girl was spotted by the side of the road in a small village.
Award Winner: Photo of the Day | May 03
Award Score: 65 (Value 12, Clarity 12,…
