Biography:
Born in 1993 in Lisbon, Portugal, Francisco Melim is a photographer with a unique perspective and an inspiring background. His childhood was shaped by the charming mountains of Sintra and the suburban landscapes of Mafra. From a young age, he...
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Focus:Photojournalist, Travel, Photo Assistant, Documentary, News, Film, Photography, Foreign, Events, International News, Freelance, Civil Rights and Social Inequality, Life, Impact, Assignments, Explorer, Human Rights, International, Magazine, Publishing, Newspapers, Climate, Digital Journalism, Head of News Consumer Insights, Environmental Stories, Health Stories, Breaking News, Reportage, Creator, Visual Journalist, Visual Storyteller, Visual Storytelling
Covering:Africa,Asia,Europe,
Clients:
AZUL ERICEIRA MAG
VICE MAGAZINE - PORTUGAL
FEDERAÇÃO PORTUGUESA DE TÉNIS
CLUBE CRIATIVOS PORTUGAL
School:
Centro Protocolar de Formação Profissional para Jornalistas (CENJOR)
As I positioned myself to capture this image I felt a palpable energy in the air. These warriors of 2nd Torrão are not mere subjects in a photograph; they are the living embodiment of a struggle that transcends words.Every detail in the scene tells a story. Those expressions brimming with hope and courage reflect the journey of these fighters amidst the instability of demolitions threatening their home.They are more than just activists seeking dignified housing; they are human beings facing a daily battle for justice and their community. Every gesture - every gaze is an assertion that they will not surrender to adversity.