Sweet taste of break time

Contest Entry Code: cd560ef2d1de4642b33cef63bf07ca49

Unit: Individual

Place of creation: Xã Quế Sơn, Đà Nẵng, Việt Nam

During rare breaks in the sugarcane village of Que Son (Quang Nam), a farmer finds a rustic pastime. He skillfully uses his teeth to peel off the hard sugarcane skin, a skill honed over years to enjoy the most original sweetness. The seemingly strenuous action is accompanied by a humorous squint and a direct gaze, as if wanting to share his simple joy. The photo has surpassed the limits of a labor portrait, becoming a moment of a life where work and joy blend into one.