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Renewal

Matthew Low

Canada

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A lone surfer runs across rocks, surfboard tucked under their arm as waves crash behind her. Spray fills the air and wind pulls at her hair, capturing a fleeting moment of urgency, strength, and connection to the wild water.

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Nominees

Resolute

A harvested cornfield is worked in the fall, the land reshaped for what comes next. Broken stalks and freshly turned soil mark a transitional moment—where the season closes and the groundwork for renewal is quietly laid.

Honorable Mentions

At first, their expressions conveyed a sense of negativity to me. I was considering the title "Drift", evoking themes of relational indifference or familiarity due to the passage of time. Upon reflection, I realized these expressions could also convey comfort and ease, or "Solace".

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Honorable Mention

Nominee

Gold

Solace