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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
The Black Sheep

Among a flock of white sheep, a single black sheep stands out, both in image and in its symbolism. Black and white photography highlights the contrast between the common and the singular, representing the classic theme of the black sheep, often associated with someone who deviates from the norm or the expectations of the majority. Surrounded by wild vegetation, this sheep symbolizes individuality, rejection or even the courage to be different. In the crowd, she looks directly at the camera, as if challenging the conventional view of belonging. The image is a powerful portrait of diversity and acceptance, where the black sheep becomes the center of attention, transforming the perception of otherness.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 01.2021
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: Setúbal, Portugal
Camera: Canon EOS 77D
Copyright: © FILIPA SILVA