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Suri in the Classroom




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Suri in the Classroom

Tori E Bohn

Media ID 35364448

Ethiopia Face Paint Face Painting Half Body Suri Surma Tribal


18x24 inch Poster Print

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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In this evocative photograph, the captivating face of Suri, a young girl from the Omo Valley in Ethiopia, is adorned with intricate face paint, a tradition of the Surma tribe. With half of her body visible, she sits attentively in a classroom, surrounded by the stark contrasts of modern education and ancient tribal customs. Her dark, expressive eyes, framed by bold lines and geometric shapes, seem to tell a story of her rich cultural heritage. The photograph, titled "Suri in the Classroom," by Tori E. Bohn, captures a moment of transformation and transition. Suri's face paint, a symbol of her tribal identity, stands in stark contrast to the sterile, monochromatic classroom setting. The boy in the background, also adorned with traditional body paint, further emphasizes the juxtaposition of traditional and modern elements. The Omo Valley, located in southern Ethiopia, is home to numerous ethnic groups, each with its unique customs and traditions. The Surma people, known for their elaborate body and facial painting, have long been the subject of fascination for anthropologists and photographers. However, this image goes beyond mere documentation, inviting the viewer to contemplate the complex interplay between tradition and modernity, identity and assimilation. Bohn's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as her sensitive and respectful approach to her subjects, make this photograph a powerful and moving testament to the resilience and adaptability of human culture. The image invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving the rich cultural heritage of communities like the Surma, even as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of the modern world.

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