Four years ago, I returned to Kenya full-time—choosing once again to live on the continent that has shaped so much of my life and work. When I arrived, I was lucky enough to settle into a unique space: a treehouse on a quiet property that had once been a safari camp. Here is an article… Read more »

Why I Keep Returning to the Highlands of Rwanda and seeking out remote places like Mahale and the Congo Few creatures on this planet fascinate me more than primates. Maybe it’s their expressiveness, their familial bonds, the way they seem to live so fully in each moment, or because they are so similar to us…. Read more »

Understanding the Piper Mackay Brand Family Over the years, my work has grown and evolved in exciting ways artistically, professionally, and geographically. Many of you have joined me along the journey, and I’m deeply grateful for your continued support and curiosity. To make things simpler and clearer, I want to briefly explain the three different… Read more »

There are places on this planet where time still moves to the rhythm of ancient rituals—where identity, beauty, and tradition are expressed not through words, but through body paint, scarification, beadwork, and song. These are the vanishing worlds I have dedicated my life to capturing through photography. Each tribal expedition is more than a journey—it’s… Read more »