Abush

Photographer

Thibault Gerbaldi

Category

People Photography - Children

Company

Submission Group

Amateur

Year

2026

Country / Region:

United States

In a village near Jinka in Ethiopia’s Omo Valley, Avusg holds a crimson leaf across his face. His striking blue eyes are the result of Waardenburg syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects pigmentation. Against the vivid colors surrounding him, his gaze becomes a quiet reminder that what makes us different often becomes what makes us unforgettable.

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