Camilo Ramirez photographedthe length of the U.S. Gulf Coast, investigating how its history, economics, environment and culture intertwine to reveal a sense of displaced contradiction.

"The more Itake pictures the more I understand that with photography, I want to explore the subconscious and shadow part of humand mind."

"For me, it is a way to tell my children’s story... their childhood. I want them to have their childhood story, and I like that is told through my eyes."

"If someone crafts work to fit an audience or trend it’s time to stop and go back to the beginning. Pleasing other people is a great result but should never be the impetus."

Presenting our fifth edition of thebest entries to the Open competition of the2018 Sony World Photography Awards. Find out if you've been chosen!

Welcome to our fourth edition of thebest entries to the Open competition of the2018 Sony World Photography Awards. Find out if you've been chosen!