Sam Mathew
Kottayam KL, India
Sam Mathew is a Kerala-based visual storyteller and photographer. His work captures the subtle beauty of everyday life and human connections. Through wedding photography, he travels to diverse places, documenting unique moments and revealing hidden stories in ordinary scenes.
Instagram: @sam_matheww
Standing Tall among the Crops
This photograph captures a Hmong child from northern Vietnam standing tall amidst the crops that sustain her community. Her strong posture reflects resilience, while the partial view of her face focuses on her connection to the land rather than individual identity. The image symbolizes the balance between innocence and responsibility, highlighting the enduring bond between youth, labor, and tradition in this remote landscape.