June's theme: "Texture"

The theme for June was "Texture."
June is the month of seasonal change, when the rainy season ended in many areas. With a strong sense of the seasons, we received many photos from our members that capture the rain, humidity, skin, details of daily life, and the texture of the photograph. There were many photos that were close up, photos that accentuated texture through the use of color, and photos that showed texture through the use of light, and we were able to fully feel the texture. Everyone's expressions were wonderful. From among them, this was the one I chose.
As the caption says, the temperature and humidity of the day are conveyed from the cheeks and hair. The slightly soft expression and the last sentence of the caption make you imagine a warm welcome. The slightly dejected expression and the school bag in the background give a sense of the story of the photo, and the gaze that seems to say thank you to the photographer for a hard work, as well as the texture of the photo, give you a sense of the warm air waiting for the photographer to return home. I think the texture of the subject itself and the texture of the photo combine to make this a memorable photo.

Comment: Etsuko Aibu (Advisor of the Manazashi Photo Club)