I had been traveling to Africa for several years, but it was my first trip into the Omo Valley that ultimately changed my path and life. Photography started with my first safari in Tanzania (2004); not with photographers, but as a vacation safari where I brought my first every low-end professional camera (Canon 10D) and one… Read more »
After many weeks of security delays, GPA Omo Valley is finally preparing to depart Addis! We are also very excited that the project is being highly supported by the board of tourism and they are sponsoring the team with security during the entire trip. I want to give a huge thank you to my long… Read more »
To say that we’ve been a bit distracted or overwhelmed in the past four months is an understatement. I think we can all admit that no one’s crystal ball has been working correctly and the roller coaster has been crazier than an E ticket promises! Many of us seem to be waffling between facing deep,… Read more »
Those of you who followed our Generosity Campaign Africa #2 Samburu may recognize James. He is a lead guide at one of my favorite camps in Samburu, and he was our community liaison with the villages for GPA #2. He is Samburu, and he has lived a very traditional Samburu life outside of guiding. Therefore,… Read more »
ARE YOU FEELING STAGNATE IN YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY? After photographing across Africa for over a decade I had NOT lost my passion for its wildlife and tribes, but I was feeling stagnate in my creativity. The discovery of infrared rejuvenated my vision and was the perfect tool to retrace my footprints and capture RAW Africa as… Read more »
Congratulations to Lynn Bowers KAMAU A Swahili word meaning Quiet warrior THANK YOU to all who entered and supported the Generosity project #2, Samburu. There were many great titles and it was not easy to choose, but Kamau and the meaning of it, struck me instantly. Although I am very emotionally connected to what I… Read more »
It is my pleasure to introduce Francis, known to many of us as FOX. Each of my guides is hand picked for their attributes and value they add to the team. I use different teams of guides in different locations, even in the same country, to try to build the best team for each custom… Read more »
Photography has always been more than the photograph, but an incredible journey filled with amazing experiences captured. I am so deeply touched by everyone’s overwhelming generosity to come together and donate funds to bring food, soap, mask, and training to prevent the spread of COVID to the Maasai villages along the southern boarder of Amboseli… Read more »
It is my pleasure to introduce Raymond, who I think of as my partner in crime. Raymond and I have spent endless hours in the remote tribal regions of Kenya. If you have traveled with me to Northern Kenya, then you know Raymond. He also has a deep passion for the beautiful tribes and worked… Read more »
What was it like growing up in Kenya? Share with us a little about your culture and growing up in Kenya Hi! My name is Gitau Kabue, otherwise known as GK. I am half Kenyan, half awesome, ha ha! Anyway, growing up was fun and adventurous. I loved travelling to explore new places. You could… Read more »