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We are proud to announce that Italian photographer <\/span>Nicolas Brunetti<\/b> has won the <\/span>2025 Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award<\/b> with <\/span>Inshallah<\/span><\/i>, a powerful and moving project that explores the hopes and resilience of young people raised in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the North African coast. Developed between July 2023 and April 2025, the work investigates a pervasive state of suspension \u2014 both physical and mental \u2014 that deeply shapes their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n The jury that selected the winning project was chaired by <\/span>Denis Curti<\/b>, one of the most authoritative voices in contemporary Italian photography: curator, critic, and a key figure in the national photography scene, as well as Artistic Director of Le Stanze della Fotografia in Venice and of several major festivals and awards.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award<\/strong> was created in 2024<\/strong> in memory of Patricia D. Richards (1947\u20132024)<\/strong>, an American photographer and educator who dedicated over four decades to documenting social change in Texas<\/strong>, with a particular focus on young people in a suburb of Dallas.<\/span><\/p>\n The award is given annually to the best portfolio by a photographer under 35<\/strong> submitted to the Projects & Portfolios section of the URBAN Photo Awards<\/strong>, and aims to support and promote the next generation of socially engaged visual storytellers.<\/span><\/p>\n Cultural organisations dotART<\/strong> and Exhibit Around<\/strong>, organisers and promoters of the URBAN Photo Awards contest and Trieste Photo Days,<\/strong> warmly thank the Family and Friends of Patricia D. Richards<\/strong> for their invaluable support in creating this Award.<\/span><\/p>\n Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong>\u2019s <\/span>Inshallah <\/span><\/i>epitomises the spirit of Patricia D. Richards\u2014using photography as a tool for empathy, resistance, and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\n Nicolas expresses his deep gratitude for receiving this award with these words:<\/b><\/p>\n Denis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work: To tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Brunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n In an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n And yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n His reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n Nicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n Nicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\n nicolasbrunetti.com<\/span> We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award with Inshallah, a powerful and moving project that explores the hopes and resilience of young people raised in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the North African […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":39268,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[530,6],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39256"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=39256"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39256\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":39328,"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/39256\/revisions\/39328"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/39268"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=39256"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=39256"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.urbanphotoawards.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=39256"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}A legacy of empathy and commitment<\/b><\/h3>\n
Comment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
![\n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Out Front\" for WOW: Worlds Of WomenScenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Planoettes\" for WOW: Worlds Of Women <\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\nCultural organisations dotART<\/strong> and Exhibit Around<\/strong>, organisers and promoters of the URBAN Photo Awards contest and Trieste Photo Days,<\/strong> warmly thank the Family and Friends of Patricia D. Richards<\/strong> for their invaluable support in creating this Award.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti<\/strong>\u2019s <\/span>Inshallah <\/span><\/i>epitomises the spirit of Patricia D. Richards\u2014using photography as a tool for empathy, resistance, and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas expresses his deep gratitude for receiving this award with these words:<\/b><\/p>\n“Receiving the Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award is a profound honor for me. This recognition, dedicated to a photographer and educator who embodied commitment, vision, and generosity, means much more than a reward: it is an invitation to carry forward values that transcend photography itself. I am sincerely grateful for this award, which I feel also belongs to all the people I have met along my journey.”<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\n \n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\nComment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\nDenis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work:\n“<\/em>The Dream and Hope of the Youth of Ceuta.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nTo tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nBrunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nIn an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nAnd yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHis reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\nNicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\nnicolasbrunetti.com<\/span>\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. 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![\n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Out Front\" for WOW: Worlds Of WomenScenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Planoettes\" for WOW: Worlds Of Women <\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\nCultural organisations dotART<\/strong> and Exhibit Around<\/strong>, organisers and promoters of the URBAN Photo Awards contest and Trieste Photo Days,<\/strong> warmly thank the Family and Friends of Patricia D. Richards<\/strong> for their invaluable support in creating this Award.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti<\/strong>\u2019s <\/span>Inshallah <\/span><\/i>epitomises the spirit of Patricia D. Richards\u2014using photography as a tool for empathy, resistance, and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas expresses his deep gratitude for receiving this award with these words:<\/b><\/p>\n“Receiving the Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award is a profound honor for me. This recognition, dedicated to a photographer and educator who embodied commitment, vision, and generosity, means much more than a reward: it is an invitation to carry forward values that transcend photography itself. I am sincerely grateful for this award, which I feel also belongs to all the people I have met along my journey.”<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\n \n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\nComment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\nDenis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work:\n“<\/em>The Dream and Hope of the Youth of Ceuta.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nTo tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nBrunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nIn an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nAnd yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHis reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\nNicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\nnicolasbrunetti.com<\/span>\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. 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![\n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Out Front\" for WOW: Worlds Of WomenScenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Planoettes\" for WOW: Worlds Of Women <\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\nCultural organisations dotART<\/strong> and Exhibit Around<\/strong>, organisers and promoters of the URBAN Photo Awards contest and Trieste Photo Days,<\/strong> warmly thank the Family and Friends of Patricia D. Richards<\/strong> for their invaluable support in creating this Award.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti<\/strong>\u2019s <\/span>Inshallah <\/span><\/i>epitomises the spirit of Patricia D. Richards\u2014using photography as a tool for empathy, resistance, and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas expresses his deep gratitude for receiving this award with these words:<\/b><\/p>\n“Receiving the Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award is a profound honor for me. This recognition, dedicated to a photographer and educator who embodied commitment, vision, and generosity, means much more than a reward: it is an invitation to carry forward values that transcend photography itself. I am sincerely grateful for this award, which I feel also belongs to all the people I have met along my journey.”<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\n \n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\nComment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\nDenis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work:\n“<\/em>The Dream and Hope of the Youth of Ceuta.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nTo tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nBrunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nIn an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nAnd yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHis reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\nNicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\nnicolasbrunetti.com<\/span>\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. 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![\n Scenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Out Front\" for WOW: Worlds Of WomenScenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Planoettes\" for WOW: Worlds Of Women <\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\nCultural organisations dotART<\/strong> and Exhibit Around<\/strong>, organisers and promoters of the URBAN Photo Awards contest and Trieste Photo Days,<\/strong> warmly thank the Family and Friends of Patricia D. Richards<\/strong> for their invaluable support in creating this Award.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti<\/strong>\u2019s <\/span>Inshallah <\/span><\/i>epitomises the spirit of Patricia D. Richards\u2014using photography as a tool for empathy, resistance, and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas expresses his deep gratitude for receiving this award with these words:<\/b><\/p>\n“Receiving the Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award is a profound honor for me. This recognition, dedicated to a photographer and educator who embodied commitment, vision, and generosity, means much more than a reward: it is an invitation to carry forward values that transcend photography itself. I am sincerely grateful for this award, which I feel also belongs to all the people I have met along my journey.”<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\n \n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\nComment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\nDenis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work:\n“<\/em>The Dream and Hope of the Youth of Ceuta.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nTo tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nBrunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nIn an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nAnd yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHis reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\nNicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\nnicolasbrunetti.com<\/span>\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. 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![\n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Out Front\" for WOW: Worlds Of WomenScenes from Early Morn Drive: Daily Wonders - \u00a9 Patricia D.Richards<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n \n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Planoettes\" for WOW: Worlds Of Women <\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\nCultural organisations dotART<\/strong> and Exhibit Around<\/strong>, organisers and promoters of the URBAN Photo Awards contest and Trieste Photo Days,<\/strong> warmly thank the Family and Friends of Patricia D. Richards<\/strong> for their invaluable support in creating this Award.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti<\/strong>\u2019s <\/span>Inshallah <\/span><\/i>epitomises the spirit of Patricia D. Richards\u2014using photography as a tool for empathy, resistance, and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas expresses his deep gratitude for receiving this award with these words:<\/b><\/p>\n“Receiving the Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award is a profound honor for me. This recognition, dedicated to a photographer and educator who embodied commitment, vision, and generosity, means much more than a reward: it is an invitation to carry forward values that transcend photography itself. I am sincerely grateful for this award, which I feel also belongs to all the people I have met along my journey.”<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\n \n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\nComment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\nDenis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work:\n“<\/em>The Dream and Hope of the Youth of Ceuta.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nTo tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nBrunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nIn an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nAnd yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHis reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\nNicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\nnicolasbrunetti.com<\/span>\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. 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![\n Patricia D. Richards \u00a9\"Planoettes\" for WOW: Worlds Of Women <\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\nCultural organisations dotART<\/strong> and Exhibit Around<\/strong>, organisers and promoters of the URBAN Photo Awards contest and Trieste Photo Days,<\/strong> warmly thank the Family and Friends of Patricia D. Richards<\/strong> for their invaluable support in creating this Award.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti<\/strong>\u2019s <\/span>Inshallah <\/span><\/i>epitomises the spirit of Patricia D. Richards\u2014using photography as a tool for empathy, resistance, and transformation.<\/span><\/p>\nNicolas expresses his deep gratitude for receiving this award with these words:<\/b><\/p>\n“Receiving the Patricia D. Richards Legacy Award is a profound honor for me. This recognition, dedicated to a photographer and educator who embodied commitment, vision, and generosity, means much more than a reward: it is an invitation to carry forward values that transcend photography itself. I am sincerely grateful for this award, which I feel also belongs to all the people I have met along my journey.”<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\n \n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n \n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\nComment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\nDenis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work:\n“<\/em>The Dream and Hope of the Youth of Ceuta.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nTo tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nBrunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nIn an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nAnd yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHis reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\nNicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\nnicolasbrunetti.com<\/span>\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. 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![\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/h3>\nComment from the Special Juror Denis Curti<\/strong><\/h3>\nDenis Curti<\/strong> on Brunetti\u2019s Work:\n“<\/em>The Dream and Hope of the Youth of Ceuta.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nTo tell stories through images means establishing a precise point of view. More importantly, it means taking a stance on the matters of the world. The sensitivity of Nicolas Brunetti emerges in every shot, transforming mere representation into deep investigation. This is the mantra that guides Brunetti in his practice. It takes courage\u2014not only to confront complex realities, but also to subvert expectations, seeking light where many would see only darkness.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nBrunetti seems to have absorbed the lesson of Joel Meyerowitz, who said: \u201cto photograph is to be fully aware of what to exclude and what to include.\u201d This is not merely a technical guideline, but a true ethical manifesto. It\u2019s about developing a thought before taking a shot, about questioning oneself before looking through the viewfinder. This process\u2014prioritising reflection over action\u2014elevates Brunetti\u2019s work, giving it an almost philosophical dimension.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nIn an era in which images are often consumed voraciously and superficially, Nicolas Brunetti invites us to pause and look with depth. His decision to carry out a project in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous city on the North African coast of Morocco, was no accident. Ceuta is a crossroads of stories, tensions, and hopes. The situation there is dramatic\u2014marked by violence, unemployment, marginalization, and abuse. It\u2019s a place where social and political realities show their rawest face, a stage of precarious lives and uncertain futures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nAnd yet, the young photojournalist from Cesena deliberately chooses to maintain a different perspective, to take a conscious step back from a one-dimensional narrative. He is not interested in telling a story of despair\u2014instead, he focuses on the dreams of the young, on their desire to grow, to change, and to find new opportunities. In a world obsessed with the depiction of suffering, Nicolas becomes the voice of an alternative\u2014of a vision that, while acknowledging hardship, turns toward resilience, hope, and the possibility of redemption. This does not mean ignoring Ceuta\u2019s social and political issues, but rather exploring them through a lens that reveals the dignity and strength of individuals.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHis reportage captures an extraordinary sense of softness still alive among the young people he met during his many visits. This softness is not weakness, but an inner strength\u2014a capacity to keep hope alive despite adversity. It is the poetry that rises from even the harshest realities, the delicacy that appears in the folds of difficult daily life.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nNicolas Brunetti is not a mere observer\u2014he is an empathetic participant, a witness who immerses himself in the lives of others with respect and deep humanity. His photography thus becomes an act of resistance, an anthem to the human ability to dream and fight for a better future, even in the most complex situations. In short, Nicolas invites us to look beyond the surface, to grasp nuance, to recognise the beauty and hope that can bloom even in the most unexpected places\u2014a tribute to human depth in a world all too often cynical.<\/span><\/i><\/b>“<\/div><\/div><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\nAbout Nicolas Brunetti<\/strong><\/h3>\nNicolas Brunetti is an Italian<\/strong> documentary photographer based in Cesena. He focuses on long-term photographic projects addressing social and environmental issues. Through his work, he tells stories of marginalized communities living in conditions of precariousness<\/strong> and social exclusion<\/strong>, offering an intimate and personal perspective on the lives of local inhabitants while conveying a sense of urgency<\/strong> and collective necessity<\/strong>. He has participated in workshops and masterclasses with Fulvio Bugani<\/strong>, Federico Borella<\/strong>, and Antonio Faccilongo<\/strong>. In 2025, he was selected for the Eddie Adams Workshop<\/strong> in the USA<\/strong> and for the Photograph-ER<\/strong> training program at Fotografia Europea<\/strong> in Reggio Emilia<\/strong>. His work has been published in Vogue<\/strong>, InsideOver<\/strong>, and Perimetro<\/strong>. Among his recognitions are: finalist for the Prix R\u00e9v\u00e9lation 2025<\/strong> at the Arles Festival<\/strong>; winner of the 2024 Open Call by the Imago Mundi Foundation<\/strong>; finalist at Encontros da Imagem<\/strong> \u2013 Emergentes 2024 in Portugal<\/strong>; winner of the Life Framer<\/strong> \u2013 Youth 2024 award<\/strong>; and finalist for National Geographic Italy<\/strong> in 2018.<\/span><\/p>\nnicolasbrunetti.com<\/span>\n<\/span><\/a>@nicolasbrunetti<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We are proud to announce that Italian photographer Nicolas Brunetti has won the 2025 Patricia D. 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