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Big Heart, Strong Hands

This is the story of the older women on Kihnu and Manija islands. Often viewed as Europe’s matriarchy, the women take care of almost everything. I have photographed their daily lives, their clothing, bedrooms and farmhouses and the surroundings. My book is published in 2020 by Dewi Lewis Publishing.

Awards

Photographer of the Year Contest

2024

Silver

Culture

Professional

Silver

People

Professional

Bronze

Photojournalism

Professional

People’s Vote Award

Culture

Professional

People’s Vote Award

People

Professional

Big Heart, Strong Hands

This is the story of the older women on Kihnu and Manija islands. Often viewed as Europe’s matriarchy, the women take care of almost everything. I have photographed their daily lives, their clothing, bedrooms and farmhouses and the surroundings. My book is published in 2020 by Dewi Lewis Publishing.

About Artist

Anne Helene Gjelstad

I am a Norwegian photographer, author and educator. My passion is photographing people and my images have been exhibited worldwide; in the USA, England, China, Estonia, Germany, Russia, Israel, Slovenia, Mexico and Norway. My book ‘Big Heart, Strong Hands’ is published in 2020 by Dewi Lewis Publishing. More information here: https://annehelenegjelstad.com/oslo-baerum-fotograf-anne-helene-gjelstad/ https://annehelenegjelstad.com/oslo-baerum-fotoutstillinger-internasjonalt/

Anne Helene Gjelstad

Photographic Areas of Focus

Landscapes, Macro, People, Photojournalism, Portrait

Location

Norway

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