Life, Interrupted: Photos Of Brazil Under Lockdown

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Brazil has the most confirmed coronavirus cases in South America — and has reported more than 7,000 deaths. As the numbers grow, photographers are working to document the daily struggles of Brazilians. Here's some of their work 👇

Since the beginning of the pandemic, I have spent hours trying to understand this situation, intrigued by how I could report it. One day at the supermarket I talked to an employee about her fears of daily exposure. Her protection was a cheap face mask and no gloves at all. Instead of talking, she answered by closing her eyes. My heart sank and I understood what I had to tell., documenting people who need to work and cannot stay at home during the quarantine.

It's tricky, since our president, Jair Bolsonaro, is the biggest denier when it comes to the pandemic and its true and mortal danger worldwide. He is a danger to this country, and I feel that everyone is lost around here, living in a waiting state. in Recife and the stay-at-home order in the state was still a measure that was being considered, but had not been implemented.

The Procession of Steps is a journey that marks the last Friday of Christian Lent. This year, the procession continued without the presence of any followers and with the entire church group wearing masks and gloves. Olinda, Recife.The Procession of Steps is a journey that marks the last Friday of Christian Lent. This year, the procession continued without the presence of any followers and with the entire church group wearing masks and gloves. Olinda, Recife.

As a photographer, my instincts inevitably take me to document what is happening in Brazil. But out of respect for my family, I decided not to leave home for a period, especially in those last days, when my grandfather was saying goodbye to life. Meanwhile, I made sure of the precautions and acquired all the necessary equipment for the job: masks, goggles, gloves and alcohol. I decided that I would only go out to tell the stories of those who generously take care of other people.

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