By the window frame

Contest Entry Code: ca4aacb2ce3046aabb067d117d298e7b

Unit: Individual

Place of creation: Y Tí, yen-bai, Việt Nam

This is a simple yet heartwarming everyday moment between a mother and daughter from an ethnic minority group in a small house in the high mountains. Through the minimalist window frame, the mother and daughter work together dyeing eggs – a simple task with low income, but one full of meaning for their livelihood. Their faces are beaming with smiles, reflecting optimism and the joy of being together. The photograph conveys a beautiful message about simple happiness, family bonds, and a zest for life even in humble circumstances.