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Tanawat Likitkererat

Tanawat Likitkererat

Laugh, Cry, Laugh

A candid moment of pure, unguarded childhood connection of brothers in a small village near Yola, Adamawa, Nigeria

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Photographer of the Year Contest

2025

Nominee

People

Non Professional

Laugh, Cry, Laugh

A candid moment of pure, unguarded childhood connection of brothers in a small village near Yola, Adamawa, Nigeria

About Artist

Tanawat Likitkererat

Photography has always been my way of slowing down the world and holding on to the moments that would otherwise slip away. I didn’t start with the idea of becoming a photographer — I started with curiosity. A curiosity about people, places, and the small, often overlooked details that tell bigger stories. Over time, the camera became an extension of how I see, a way to capture not just what something looks like, but how it feels to be there in that exact moment. I’m also a husband and a father, and that shapes how I approach photography, too. Life moves quickly, but I’ve learned to pay attention to the little things — a smile, a glance, the play of light on an ordinary street. My work is less about creating perfect pictures and more about finding honesty and emotion in everyday life. Over the years, my photographs have found their way into exhibitions, publications, and projects that mean a great deal to me — from assignments documenting cultural traditions in Southeast Asia to being published in international reports and features. Some of my work has even been recognized through awards and opportunities to collaborate on larger storytelling projects, including those that shine a light on people, culture, and our connection to nature. These experiences remind me that photography isn’t just about creating images — it’s about sharing stories that matter.

Tanawat Likitkererat

Photographic Areas of Focus

People, Photojournalism, Travel, Underwater

Location

Thailand

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