Katja

• Prize
  Bronze in Fine Art/Portrait
• Photographer
  Wolfgang Gangl
• Agency / Studio
  Wolfgang Gangl Photography

Behind the grace captured in this image and the lightness symbolized by the ribbon lies the true story of “Katja” Katerina Luschik. It is the silent end of a dream. The image shows a young gymnast whose body radiates the grace and lightness of the sport. But the posture in which she hides in the dark tells a different story. The ribbon, which was supposed to dance in the air and symbolize lightheartedness, becomes a protective shield. It is as if she is almost ashamed of not being able to withstand the relentless pressure.