Hands of Jaipur
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Louis Brunet – France
Honorable Mention in Black & White
Title:
Hands of Jaipur
About the Photos:
Shot in black and white inside a jewelry factory in Jaipur, India, this series follows the path from flame and steam to tweezers and thread. Made over two visits, it stays close to ordinary gestures and modest pride. In the decision room, at benches under tube lights, and across chai rounds and a quiet meal on the floor, gemstones meet careful hands. Heavy machines, small tools, and routines reveal the unseen labor behind objects of beauty. These moments sketch a collective portrait of workers whose patience and skill turn raw stones into living heritage.
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