FAHALI 👣

He turns, his mouth chewing slowly as he stares back briefly.

Fahali means "The Bull" in Swahili.

Almost a quarter of a ton of Kudu bull gazes quietly back at the photographer, its formidable horns and statuesque position setting a portrait scene so representative of the African bush. He continued to stand still, quietly chewing on the leaves pulled from the bush above. His mouth occasionally stopping as he considered our presence with some distant interest. It was a few moments later that his ear suddenly flickered to the sound of passing birds, chirping loudly as they settle in nearby. With that prompt, he turned his colossal shape and moved silently into the bushes, finally disappearing from sight.

Dawn brings plenty of surprises to this part of the world. Coming around a corner, we saw this champion male Kudu bull quietly standing by the acacia thorn bushes. What attracted me to this moment was his pose, which seemed regal, presenting sheer confidence and perhaps the character of this buck and its species. He seemed unperturbed by us, eventually moving into the trees and out of our line of sight.

RAW AFRICA COLLECTION

Welcome to Africa - the wise, the restless, the life giving.

This soulful land of dreamers gives rise to the underbelly of a beautiful gentle beat that is only heard by those who listen for it. This photographic journey explores, profiles and captures what I hope is the heart and soul of Africa's true wilderness kingdom. From its deep bush to its dry savannah and desert, Africa remains a place where life is represented by timeless vistas that are distilled into moments to treasure.