This is Galtier, a young woman from the Hamer tribe. Galtier has the traditional red hair and skin made from red clay, butter and animal fat. Omo Valley, Southern Ethiopia, 2013.
This is Kato from the Hamer tribe. Kato lives in a small village near the town of Turmi together with her husband and his other two wives. Kato is the second wife as symbolized by the two metal necklaces she wears. Omo Valley, Southern Ethiopia, 2013.
The Suri look beautiful in their decoration but the main reason is to look menacing and command respect. The body painting is also important for tribal celebrations. Southern Ethiopia, 2017.
