Chickens are sacred in Nigerian culture and are considered a bridge between the earthly and the spiritual realms. 'When the Cock Crows' captures this bond through photography, conveying love, respect, and their role in rituals.
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Track and field star Quincy Wilson, 16, of Bullis School, poses for a portrait on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in Washington, D.C. Wilson became the youngest male track Olympian from the United States when he secured his team's qualification for the Paris Olympics.
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This X-ray plate portrait was made with a camera that João built to make large-format photography more accessible in Brazil. He uses only homemade equipment—camera, lenses, tripod, and developing tanks—crafted from repurposed materials. His chemicals are homemade too: they are no...
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Anani is the President of the Bulgarian Falconry Union and a delegate to the International Falconry Association. He has practised falconry since childhood. He currently takes care of several falcons and an eagle named Huba, with whom he is pictured. The bond between Anani and his...
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Portrait of a ballet dancer from the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet. It is always both exciting and inspiring to photograph people who are so expressive, who understand art deeply, and who are an integral part of it.
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Amidst the woven strands of fate, a child's gaze speaks volumes—of dreams trapped, silent resilience, and hope flickering in the shadows. The net may enclose, but his spirit remains untamed, yearning for the light beyond.
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A portrait of local radio DJ Farai, captured within the beautiful 16th-century surroundings of Jack's studio on George Row, Northampton. He closely adhered to classical lighting techniques and principles, opting here for a two-light setup, with painterly touches added in post-pro...
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The Path of the Warrior is the path of the Heart. Without it, we cannot understand our purpose. It gives us the strength to always rise after a fall. The Path of the Warrior is like both a beam and a dagger.
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Elena took this photo as an experiment with light, softness, and emotion. She wanted to capture something theatrical yet personal. The look, the pose, and the simple background all came together naturally. It’s one of those portraits where everything just feels right.
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This is one of Reiny's portraits from the series 'Adopted Children'. Amy, a Congolese girl who has now been living in the Netherlands for 2 years, radiates elegance and power as she stands in this beautiful gold dress. The dress is made of a shiny fabric that catches and reflects...
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This is a portrait of a Hindu sadhu taken at the Maha Kumbh fair, one of the largest human gatherings on Earth, which took place in January 2025 in India. Millions of people assembled here for about a month and a half as part of their spiritual journey.
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This photo is part of Aleksandr's 'Couturier' series, which explores creation as well as the author's inner experiences and conflicts. The portrait features Ekaterina Mozhina, and Aleksandr paid attention to color, form, and expression.
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Cold water immersion enthusiast Kari Pike floats in a frozen New England pond during her daily cold water plunge. Kari is part of a growing group of New England cold water plungers that dip daily for both the health benefits and for the sense of community.
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