© Noppadol Maitreechit
Series Finalist · Open Call 2022
Noppadol Maitreechit
We all carry dreams and aspirations within us that fuel our determination and drive us forward. This universal truth is evident in the lives of the Burmese people (from Myanmar, formerly known as Burma) who migrate to work in the fishing industry. They, too, dream of a better life – one characterized by satisfying meals, rejuvenating sleep, and the financial capacity to support their loved ones back home. No dream is superior or inferior to another, for we all relentlessly strive to turn our aspirations into reality and live life to the fullest. The evocative photo series, “Fisherman’s Dream”, masterfully highlights the common thread that unites us all – our dreams. Through expert composition, lighting, and the psychological interplay between the subjects and the viewers, the photographer transforms seemingly ordinary moments into captivating works of art. Each image in Noppadol Maitreechit’s series is a testament to the power of photography as a medium to communicate the essence of human experiences and emotions.
By capturing the raw and faded elements of the fishermen’s lives, the photographs unveil the beauty and resilience that exist within their experiences. The series delves into the world of these hardworking individuals, shedding light on their aspirations, courage, and tenacity in the face of adversity. In “Fisherman’s Dream”, the fusion of technical expertise and artistic vision brings forth a powerful collection of images that reveal the shared dreams and aspirations that connect us all. The photographs serve as a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit, transcending boundaries and differences, celebrating our collective pursuit of a better life.
This is the tenth issue of Eyeshot Magazine always in limited edition of 500 copies, showcasing the thoughtful and creative photographs of the 70 talented photographers who have been selected as the winners, jurors’ picks and finalists of the Eyeshot Open Call 2022. The artworks were chosen from over 6000 photographssubmitted from more than 100 different countries, making this a truly global showcase of street and documentary photography.
Eyeshot Magazine #10
The first Eyeshot Open Call, a reading of contemporary street and documentary photography across continents and approaches. Issue #10 collects seventy photographers selected from over six thousand submissions across one hundred countries. The works move between street observation, documentary practice, intimate portraiture, and political witness, presented as an annual reading of what photography is doing now.
NEXT EDITION
Open Call 2026
The next edition of the Eyeshot Open Call. Submissions open annually. Single images and series are welcome from photographers working in street and documentary photography.
JURY
Past Jurors
Each edition is read by a different international jury of photographers, editors, and curators. The full list of jurors who have read for Eyeshot is on the past jurors page.
OPEN CALL 2022
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AWARDS
Winners
The 2022 reading's first selection. Six awarded works across single and series.
FINALISTS
Single Category
The 2022 reading image after image. Fifty single photographs read by the jury.
FINALISTS
Series Category
The 2022 reading in long-form sequences. Twenty photo essays read by the jury.