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The Bonona Festival of the Himalayan Aryans
October 2016 A trip to the interiors of the Himalayan ranges. A journey that would have taken 6 days by animal carriers 40 years ago but today takes 7 hours. … Continue reading →
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Wearing the Neck Rings – Cultural Tradition of the Karen Tribe
The process of putting the rings on the neck of girls from he Long Neck Karen Tribe
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Where the Men are Liberated
In most places around the globe, the world has imprisoned men in clothing of plain colors - colors that ensure that the wearers melt into the background. The most they are allowed is a strip of color in the form of a tie. [But don't be fooled - it is mostly lip-service - out of the 5 feet of fabric, only about 1 foot is allowed to peep through from under the coat!! ]
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Little Purses for Big Money
Coin purses from the olden days …. When the coins were small & made of gold & silver and their value was huge! When there was no fiat money or … Continue reading →
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A Precious Package for a Precious Bundle – Dayak Baby Carrier
One more precious carrier for a precious baby! Over a dozen types of trade beads, some extremely fine, some multicolored, some from one of the 3 groups of mutisalah beads, … Continue reading →
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Made for Each Other – A Handsome Turban for a Handsome man
\\ A guest at a Rabari Wedding wearing a handmade turban. jm Sep 2015
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Rajasthan Tribal Costume
Regular Costume of a woman from Rajasthan belonging to the Garasia tribe – one of the numerous tribes in Rajasthan. Am wondering how many of us can carry off that … Continue reading →
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Naga Shells – Nocte Naga Portrait
Portrait of a Nocet Naga girl with traditional costume
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Women of the World – Garasia Tribe
Click to see more images of the colorful tribe! jm March 2015
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When there is Respect – A glimpse of Bastar, India
In a land as diverse as India, even the smallest administrative segment – the Taluka or District – is home to a few dozen communities. Therefore, no matter who is … Continue reading →
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The Lambani Project
The Banjaras & the Lambanis lived in the forested areas, mainly in South India.They have now been settled in villages through government schemes and no longer follow the nomadic / … Continue reading →
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At the homes of Rabaris
A few pictures taken with majestic Rabari women & men in their own homes, over the years. Attending a Welcome or Swagat at a wedding in the homes of welcoming … Continue reading →
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