3rd place
bronze star award
Françoise Holtzmacher
luxembourg 
title
The Sea Close By
I spent some years next to the ocean. Now in a landlocked country, I long for water, waves, smell, sound, and horizon.
Out of curiosity I combined ocean photos with underwater portraits, and soon realised that both could complement each other. Now that travel is no longer taken for granted, let alone permitted, this ‘mise en abîme’ brings the ocean close by.
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entry description
This series’ title is borrowed from a 1953 text by Albert Camus who describes his love for the sea, its ever-changing landscape and mood. To him the sea means salvation and happiness. Being away from it is a wrench.I spent some years next to the ocean. Now in a landlocked country, I long for water, waves, smell, sound, and horizon.
Out of curiosity I combined ocean photos with underwater portraits, and soon realised that both could complement each other. Now that travel is no longer taken for granted, let alone permitted, this ‘mise en abîme’ brings the ocean close by.
about the photographer
Belgian photographer currently based in Luxembourg, I am passionate about portraiture. My portraits have been awarded various prizes. I work on diverse subjects (documentary photography, street photography, fine art, photojournalism) and explore storytelling through photography. I have a Master’s degree in English and German literature, and in literary translation. I have travelled extensively in South East Asia, lived four years in the Philippines, and five years in Australia. I have exhibited my work in Australia, Belgium, France and Myanmar.back to gallery
