The voice of ancestors
The Nuba (Sudan, Nuba mountains) young man's body paintings are the echo of his ancestors. Their presence speaks of pride. It is not just charcoal, nor ash, nor dirt - it is identity, memory to carry the voice of their people forward. The body paint connects him to the earth, to his community.
About Artist
Philipp Schmieja
Self-taught photographer and passionate traveler. I discovered my passion for photography during traveling African countries. I had developed a fascination for tribes. This has been underpinned by my passion for photography. Tribal people are those who have unique customs. They often have a symbiotic bond with the environments in which they live. I am using photography as a medium to capture candid moments as well as community spirit and portraits. And in that moment, through my lens, I am seeking to portray the soul of the places by blending intimate people photography with striking imagery of cultural heritage.
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