The Brick Fields: Documentary Photography of Labor

A low-angle, black and white shot focusing on a mule at a brick kiln. This perspective highlights the role of animals as fellow laborers in this tough environment.

Workers load bricks onto a mule, with the chimney of the kiln smoking in the background. This black and white composition tells the complete story of the brick-making process.

A black and white portrait of a woman carrying bricks, with dust and powder falling from her load. The image is a powerful statement on the physicality of the work.

A close-up monochrome portrait of a woman worker, her eyes closed in exertion. The photo captures the immense physical and mental toll of her daily labor.

A portrait of a woman worker covered in brick dust. Despite the harsh conditions, her direct gaze conveys a sense of strength and endurance.

The bright, genuine smile of a child at a brick kiln in Bihar. This portrait is a reminder of the happiness and innocence that can be found even in the harshest of environments.

A worker's reflection is captured in a puddle at the brick kiln. This creative, black and white shot offers a different perspective on labor and identity.

A woman carefully walks across a narrow wooden plank, balancing a heavy load of bricks on her head. The image highlights the skill and risk involved in her work.

Two women walk along a rampart of bricks, their forms creating strong silhouettes against the sky. The low angle emphasizes their journey and the scale of the structures they build.