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Julian, 2008

by Zorica Purlija

National Photographic Portrait Prize 2009 Finalist

This is the brother of my daughter's friend at their farewell party for their house which was being demolished. The kids were allowed to completely cover the interior with paint. I recorded the event. I like this photo for the intensity in Julian's eyes, ablaze with new hopes and a new chapter.

National Photographic Portrait Prize 2009

Other NPPP photos from Zorica Purlija

Yumi on fire, one and a half hours before the eclipse of the moon, 2006 by Zorica Purlija
2007 Finalist
Lisa, 2009 by Zorica Purlija
2010 Finalist
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