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Big Heart, Strong Hands

Anne Helene Gjelstad

Norway

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I saw her out on the fields on a cold Easter day. From her broken hands and her poor home, you can tell that Rilka Ann had a harsh, demanding life. She also had the softest cheeks. From my project ‘Big Heart, Strong Hands’, published in 2020 by Dewi Lewis Publishing.

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Nominee

Rilka Ann out on the fields

This is the story of the older women on Kihnu and Manija islands. Often viewed as Europe’s matriarchy, the women take care of almost everything. I have photographed their daily lives, their clothing, bedrooms and farmhouses and the surroundings. My book is published in 2020 by Dewi Lewis Publishing.

Silver

People’s Vote Award

Bronze

This series is from a nursing home in Mexico 2008. I have always been interested in old people and this passion made my photo project possible. I have called my series GONE because that is how I experienced these people that I came to know a little. GONE from home. GONE from time. GONE from reality.

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Honorable Mention

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Quietly Elvi sat there in the beautiful light, preparing onions for the winter. Being self-provided with fruit and vegetables is important on a small island when the winter is harsh and the Baltic Sea freezes. From my project ‘Big Heart, Strong Hands’, published in 2020 by Dewi Lewis Publishing.

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Kuraga Elvi preparing for the winter

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