So much to like here. I see lots of symbolism (future, aspirations, hope, unknown) in having H and A strolling towards the sun. Having the weed strands right in front is a masterful addition, maybe clone out the other photographer/subject haha.

Yep; we're doomed without it.

Quite a bit of thought gone into this construction; those steps are novel.

Nice light angle and intensity with an obliging subject. I suspect the boy with the bucket is not associated with the subject (but he could be) but he builds the storyline. The GR has pulled up the sand texture very well.

Timeless.

The ball isn't all that apparent but I like this one best for pov/comp. overall.

Powerful photo-comment on one of the divides in contemporary societies.

Can't quite "read" the reflections in his glasses, but a super sharp street capture. Very nicely exposed too with the sky behind his head.

That's a fancy school. How much of the fees do they invest in the garden? Interesting security grills on some windows - keeping the little ones in?

An instance where you're praying for a rogue wave ....