2010　 Prize-winning works / Other entries from overseas

Twinkle twinkle
/ Shina Arima (Hokkaido)

Message from the photographer

This is my friend. She uses a wheelchair, but her life is just like those of the rest of us. She's always vibrant, with a twinkle in her eye, and I can tell that she loves life. I love that about her. Where does she get all that joyfulness? Can you spare me some? Do you think I can one day be like you? Please don't ever let go of it.

About the subject

We've been friends since elementary school and she just glows.