A bitter cold peace

This photograph was made as part of my series We Are Locals, exhibited on Wānaka’s waterfront in 2020 and recognised as Australian Runner-Up in the 2022 Head On Landscape Awards. I heard there was fog on the river one early morning and called Ben to see if he was keen. By the time I reached Albert Town, the fog was lifting. After the usual chaos of two young kids - lost shoes, tears and running - we made it to the river just as the sun broke through. While I stood freezing on the shoreline, Ben, pictured here, found his quiet moment, focusing on his breath.

Jodie James is an internationally award-winning photographer recognised for her distinctive visual storytelling and conceptual approach. Her work spans both commercial and personal projects, bringing ideas to life through engaging, thought-provoking imagery. She has worked with international brands as well as local clients, and her personal work is known for its wit, ingenuity, and layered narrative, often combining humour with strong visual storytelling. Based in the South Island of New Zealand and frequently travelling, she is regarded as one of the country’s leading female photographers working in advertising and commercial photography.

Archival pigment print on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag paper

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