Honorable Mention / 2023 / Fine Art / Digitally Enhanced

Wounded Peace

Amidst the chaos of war. In this image a devastated female figure is holding a dove, symbol of peace, now tragically wounded by a bullet. The woman's face reveals profound shock and disbelief, as the harsh reality of conflict engulfs her surroundings.

Sonja Hietala is a photographer from Jyväskylä, Finland. She is specialized in fine art portraits and loves to create fairy tale-like images.

Awards WORLD PHOTOGRAPHIC CUP 2023 - Illustrative Portrait - 8th place,
FINNISH PHOTO AWARDS 2022 - Overall Bronze
FEP AWARDS 2022 - Illustration and Fine Art - 6th place