honorable mention
thibault gerbaldi united states
Photo © thibault gerbaldi
title
A Life of Hardship
An early riser and a tireless worker, this farmer embodies the quiet strength of those who dedicate their lives to the land. Captured here in a moment of determination, he stands before his tractor, hands worn from years of labor, preparing to harvest the wheat he has nurtured. His hands tell a story of a life of hardship and resilience—hands that never lie. This portrait is a tribute to him and to all farmers who, with silent perseverance, bring the fruits of their labor to our tables.
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entry description
An early riser and a tireless worker, this farmer embodies the quiet strength of those who dedicate their lives to the land. Captured here in a moment of determination, he stands before his tractor, hands worn from years of labor, preparing to harvest the wheat he has nurtured. His hands tell a story of a life of hardship and resilience—hands that never lie. This portrait is a tribute to him and to all farmers who, with silent perseverance, bring the fruits of their labor to our tables.
about the photographer
Thibault Gerbaldi is a self-taught Leica photographer and passionate traveler, known for capturing authentic, emotional stories from some of the world’s most remote and diverse regions. His award-winning work spans cultures and landscapes as varied as Greenland to India, blending documentary, travel, and portrait photography. Thibault has self-published seven photography books and earned international recognition, including 1st place at the Siena Awards 2025, the International Photo Awards 2025 and the Rising Talent Award from Travel Photographer of the Year in 2024. His work has been exhibited globally and featured in Leica Fotografie International, LENS Magazine, and more. As a board member of The Forgotten International, he supports humanitarian projects through his art.back to gallery
