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CAPTURING THE ESSENCE: A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY THROUGH SRI LANKA’S TEA PLANTATIONS AND FISHERMEN OF TRINCOMALEE

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”THROUGH THESE IMAGES, I HOPE TO HAVE OFFERED A WINDOW INTO THE BEAUTY OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT, WHICH SHINES BRIGHTLY AGAINST THE BACKDROP OF THEIR DAILY TOIL.”
- JOSE JEULAND

It’s been quite a while since my last contribution to Lens Magazine, a hiatus filled with the whirlwind of commercial photography shoots and directing videos for COCO Creative Studio. Yet, amidst the bustling world of professional endeavors, I found solace in returning to the heart of what ignited my passion – capturing the raw, authentic beauty of places and people through my lens.

In this exclusive series, I delve into the enchanting landscapes of one of my favorite countries – Sri Lanka. Over the years, I've explored various facets of this island nation, from the bustling streets of Colombo to the serene fishing areas of Negombo, the historical city of Jaffna, the southern coast, and the captivating wildlife safaris. However, my lens turned its focus to a different narrative during November and December 2023 – the labourers in the Tea Plantations and the fishermen of Trincomalee.

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