Pastoral Community Collection

A Hamar woman blows a tin trumpet at a Jumping of the Bull ceremony. The Hamar are semi-nomadic pastoralists of Southwest Ethiopia whose women wear striking traditional dress

Hamar women dance, sing and blow small tin trumpets during a Jumping of the Bull ceremony. The semi-nomadic Hamar of Southwest Ethiopia embrace an age-grade system that includes several rites of

Two Hamar children silhouetted by the setting sun. The Hamar of Southwest Ethiopia are semi-nomadic pastoralists whose whole way of life is based on the needs of their stock

Assisted by her husband, a Hamar woman draws water from a deep well to give to her familys herds.; The Hamar of Southwest Ethiopia are semi-nomadic pastoralists whose whole way of life is based

A Hamar mother and child moving home. The mother carries all her possessions with her including sleeping mats and gourds.The Hamar of Southwest Ethiopia are semi-nomadic pastoralists whose whole way

An elaborate hairstyle of a young Hamar man nears completion by his friend; The Hamar of Southwest Ethiopia are semi-nomadic pastoralists whose whole way of life is based on the needs of their stock

A Hamar woman is left with bloody wheals, which were inflicted during a Hamar Jumping of the Bull ceremony when female friends

During a Jumping of the Bull ceremony.; The semi-nomadic Hamar of Southwest Ethiopia embrace an age-grade system that includes several rites of passage for young men

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In the heart of a pastoral community, where tradition and culture thrive, lies the captivating world of the Hamar people. Adorned in vibrant colors and intricate patterns, a Hamar girl stands tall in her traditional attire, embodying the essence of her heritage. Amidst the rhythmic beats echoing through the air, a tin trumpet is blown by a Hamar woman at a Jumping ceremony. The sound reverberates across the land as they celebrate their coming-of-age rituals with exuberance and joy. With graceful movements and synchronized steps, Hamar women dance to ancient tunes that have been passed down through generations. Their heavy metal ankle ornaments create melodic sounds that resonate with their deep-rooted connection to nature. As twilight paints the sky with hues of orange and gold, two silhouetted figures emerge - young Hamar children basking in the warm embrace of an African sunset. Assisted by her husband, a mother carries her belongings as they move homes within this close-knit community. At the entrance to their family home stands another resilient Hamar mother surrounded by her children. Together they face life's challenges head-on while cherishing moments filled with love and unity. Witnessing this rich tapestry unfold before our eyes is an elaborate hairstyle being meticulously crafted on a young Hamar man. Each strand weaves together stories untold yet deeply ingrained within his identity. Curiosity sparkles in the eyes of a young girl as she watches intently during one of their sacred ceremonies – absorbing every detail like pages from an unwritten book waiting to be explored. Yet amidst these celebrations lie traces of sacrifice etched upon their bodies; scars left behind from enduring pain during intense rituals such as Jumping ceremonies. A brave Hamar woman bears these bloody wheals proudly as symbols of strength and resilience. Within this pastoral community thrives an unbreakable spirit rooted in traditions passed down for centuries.