Narelle Wilson, Spirit Renewal: Seasonal Worker in Australia from Solomon Islands (PEOPLE 2024)

This compelling monochromatic portrait captures a moment of profound relief and reconnection for a seasonal worker from the Solomon Islands. After long, laborious days in the banana plantations of Far North Queensland, he finds solace at the beach, where the rhythmic embrace of the sea renews his spirit. The grayscale tones highlight the contrast between his weary expression and the serene, renewing power of the sea.

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