Ece Protz, Breakthrough (PEOPLE 2025)

Breakthrough is the essence of transformation and inner strength, captured through using long exposure techniques. The overlapping figures represent a journey from restraint to release, from hesitation to empowerment. This image explores the idea that growth often comes in layers.

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