This portrait shows striking golden eyes of a young boy, conveying a profound depth of emotion and struggle. The focus on his expression, coupled with the blurred background, emphasizes his gaze, drawing the viewer into his world.

Adike Sandeep | Disability – Deaf | Hyderabad – India

Eyes that carry the weight of struggle, yet shine with unyielding hope

The Story behind the Shot:

Adike Sandeep is a deaf photographer from Hyderabad, Telangana. He is passionate about photography, and loves to walk around and capture moments. Once aboy asked him, “can you help me?”. He needed food, which Sandeep helped him with. The face of hope after that deed is what you see here in this photograph.