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Apache Dancer



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7 Comments |
michaelakrempelhoward PRO+
 
michaelakrempelhoward August 13, 2016
wow- how beautiful your capture is
crystal_ashike
crystal_ashike August 13, 2016
Thank you!
Bordaine PRO+
 
Bordaine August 13, 2016
WOW :)
crystal_ashike
crystal_ashike August 13, 2016
Thank you!
DGLucas
 
DGLucas August 13, 2016
Great use of light.
crystal_ashike
crystal_ashike August 14, 2016
Thanks!
Anon_1234
 
Anon_1234 August 14, 2016
I love the way the light shines on the dancer's headdress. This is a great shot - I wish I could have been there to witness this dance.
crystal_ashike
crystal_ashike August 14, 2016
Thanks! I hope you get to see the dances.
dmalvagio
 
dmalvagio August 14, 2016
Native Pride!!! My people, Finally, I've been away too long need to make trip back to the rez' in New Mexico.
crystal_ashike
crystal_ashike August 14, 2016
We need more work about the people. I encourage you to visit soon!
williambrucematthews
 
williambrucematthews August 14, 2016
Lovely image, makes me home sick for the masa lands and the people who live there.
crystal_ashike
crystal_ashike August 14, 2016
thanks! I hope your journey finds you there again.
colleenborum
 
colleenborum August 19, 2016
Beautiful! So proud of you and your many talents!
crystal_ashike
crystal_ashike August 20, 2016
Thank you!!
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Behind The Lens

Location

This photo was taken in Crystal, New Mexico, United States. The dancer is from the Apache tribe. He and other dancers were invited to dance for the community to honor the earth, each other, and bring healing to the people.

Time

The dance started in the evening and the sun was setting fast. I watched each dancer and their own unique style, but it was this particular dancer that I was drawn to. So, I sat down on the ground and took as many photos as I could. He turned his back and the clouds parted and the sun shined directly on his back, but only for second.

Lighting

I took a lot of photos because the sun was setting fast and each dance can last for five to ten minutes.

Equipment

I took this shot with Canon EOS rebel T2i and Sigma art lens, no other equipment was used.

Inspiration

I took my camera to this occasion because I want to show the beauty of the Native American people and my home.

Editing

I use Lightroom and Photoshop to crop and minor enhancements

In my camera bag

I use Canon's Rebel T2i camera and Sigma art lens for this photo. I carry Canon's powershot Mark II all the time.

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