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Footprints Fade, But Waste Remains
submitted by Malta Visual and Performing Arts : Jethro Azzopardi Duca
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, school media
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One Take Photo Photos
This is a disappointing image that highlights the issue of littering on beaches. The abandoned trash, plastic bottles, and other waste contrast with the otherwise beautiful setting, showing the negative impact of human behavior on the environment. This image captures the aftermath of a day at the beach—towels, flip-flops, and, most strikingly, scattered waste left behind by visitors. While people come to enjoy the sun, sand, and sea, they often forget their responsibility to keep nature clean. Plastic bottles, cups, and other litter left carelessly on the shore will eventually find their way into the ocean, harming marine life and polluting the environment. It’s a stark reminder that protecting our beaches starts with simple actions—taking our trash with us.
Tied to the Sea: A Reminder of What We Leave Behind
submitted by Malta Visual and Performing Arts : Jethro Azzopardi Duca
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, school media
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One Take Photo Photos
Standing solemnly against the vast sea, this wooden cross with a rope wrapped around it serves as a silent symbol of loss and remembrance. Whether marking a personal tragedy or a broader warning about the dangers of the sea, it reminds us of the deep connection between humanity and nature. As climate change accelerates and coastal communities face increasing threats, this image urges us to reflect on the fragility of life and the power of the ocean. Will we learn to respect and protect it, or will we continue to take it for granted?
Wasteland Comfort: A Cat’s Unlikely Resting Place
submitted by Malta Visual and Performing Arts : Jethro Azzopardi Duca
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, school media
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One Take Photo Photos
Amidst the beauty of the countryside, an abandoned sofa sits among scattered trash, an unwelcome reminder of illegal dumping. Yet, life finds a way—resting on the discarded furniture, a cat lounges as if this waste were placed here for its comfort. This ironic yet heartbreaking scene highlights the ongoing issue of waste disposal in rural areas. When people abandon their unwanted items in nature, they not only harm the environment but also disrupt local ecosystems.
Waves of Waste: When Nature Meets Neglect
submitted by Malta Visual and Performing Arts : Jethro Azzopardi Duca
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, school media
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One Take Photo Photos
This image captures the remains of a once-seaworthy boat, now stranded and deteriorating among overgrown vegetation and discarded waste. The peeling paint and broken structure tell a story of abandonment, while the surrounding litter highlights a broader issue—human neglect of both land and sea. Once a vessel of exploration, it now stands as a stark reminder of our responsibility toward the environment. Will we continue to let our surroundings decay, or will we take action to protect and restore them?
Filling the void?
submitted by Malta Visual and Performing Arts : Jethro Azzopardi Duca
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, school media
filed under
One Take Photo Photos
In the heart of nature, a fallen tree trunk bears an unnatural burden—a plastic bottle lodged in its hollow core. Once a living part of the ecosystem, the tree now serves as a terrible reminder of human impact. While nature slowly decays, plastic lingers, resisting time and decomposition. This highlights the pressing need to rethink our waste habits before our footprints become permanent scars on the environment.


