Landscape nominee

Spanning from the south of Namibia to Angola, the Skeleton Coast is one of the harshest places on earth. This 300-mile eerie coastline, dubbed "the Gate of Hell" by Portuguese sailors, is strewn with shipwrecks and bleached bones, reminding us of civilization's impermanence.

The golden dunes of the Namib Desert meet the pounding surf of the dark blue Atlantic Ocean, creating a stark yet captivating landscape. Despite our belief in bending the world to our will, the Skeleton Coast serves as a powerful rebuttal, showcasing the impermanence of our reign.

Self-taught photographer and passionate traveler, Thibault Gerbaldi roams the world to capture visual stories infused with emotion and authenticity.

His work has been recognized in prestigious international competitions, earning first place at the International Travel Photo Awards, second place at the PX3 (Prix de la Photographie de Paris) and the Monovision Awards, and third place at the Fine Art Photography Awards. In 2024, he received the Rising Talent Award from Travel Photographer of the Year, the world’s most prestigious travel photography competition.

His images have been published in Leica Fotografie International, All About Photo, LENS Magazine, and various specialized media. Much like Thibault himself, his work travels the world—from Miami to Paris, Venice, Los Angeles, and Rome. In 2024, his growing recognition earned him a spot among AAP’s Emerging Talents to Watch.

Beyond photography, Thibault is committed to supporting humanitarian causes through his work. A board member of The Forgotten International since 2019, he donates a portion of his book and print sales to fund solidarity projects supporting marginalized communities.