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Boundless Joy

Sagrada Familia, founded by Miguel Rodriguez over 30 years ago in Ventanilla, Peru, has transformed from a refuge for street children into a holistic institution providing education, housing, and healthcare. Emphasizing a nurturing environment akin to a family, it prioritizes education to foster the growth of its children. My goal was to capture the sheer happiness and boundless joy exuded by these children within their surroundings. In this particular image, Christopher emanates a sense of boundless freedom, devoid of constraints or hindrances. I aimed to convey not only the purity of innocence but also the unwavering determination embodied by these resilient youngsters.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2023
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: ventanillas, Peru
Copyright: © thibault gerbaldi