fotofinish

In 2011 I had the thrill of going on Safari in Kenya & Tanzania with my daughter. We were told NOT to bring expensive camera equipment as it would most likely be stolen. All the pics I will post from this trip were taken with a Lumix FZ100. I did little PP except to lighten some images. We got to spend a few hours with the Samburu tribe in North-Central Kenya. These nomadic, cattle herders are very poor, live in mud huts and adorn themselves with colorful clothing and beaded jewelry. We brought the children a few toys, pencils, paper etc and they treated us like royalty, allowing us into their homes and showing us their dances and schools. They live without modern technology, yet are some of the happiest people I have ever encountered. Enjoy.

photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA

Well done portraits.

toxdoc42

nice shots, I wonder if you can brighten the faces a bit without blowing out the rest of the photos. The whites of the eyes of the children look yellow, was that what they really looked like or does the white balance need adjustment. As a retired physician when I see yellow eyes, I think jaundice and some form of illness, as perhaps malaria?

fotofinish

I honestly think many of these people were ill. I saw many drippy, discolored eyes, runny noses and little malnourished bodies. Some of the children did not bother to swat flies from their faces. All of the teeth in the elders were missing or in poor condition. So, to answer your question...yes, this is what they looked like.

Uuglypher Loc: South Dakota (East River)

I especially like the poised, self-assured posture and pose of the young lady in #7.

All-in-all a good collection revealing a positive connection between you and your subjects!

Good job!

Dave

toxdoc42

so sad!

carlysue Loc: Columbus

What lovely people! I love their bright colors and especially their smiles! Your images of the people are wonderful. Proof that happiness has nothing to do with possessions and wealth.

fotofinish

Thank you. It was a life changing experience for me.

Stephan G

"Olee!"

A long time ago, I got to be good friends with a Swazi "prince". It is good to be reminded that other parts of the world are not like the USA. And to know that the proverbial human spirit is still strong.

Thank you for sharing. Great photos.