Artwork description:

Edwin is truly the definition of a gentle giant.

In the moment, being so close to such an imposing individual is all consuming. I feel immense privilege that he trusts me enough to come so close. There is a true sense of awe. He commands my attention, and at that second, everything else becomes totally inconsequential.

Despite his impressive size, and perhaps because of it, he exudes a quiet confidence and is completely unfazed by my presence. He strolls over inquisitively, towering above me as I lie across the front seats of an open-sided and open-top Suzuki. There is nothing between us. He appears almost proud of his stature and looks me directly in the eyes as if to say in the most calm way possible, “I’ve got my eyes on you”.

Print Details - This photograph is part of Matthew's "Individuals" Collection from his solo exhibition of the same name. Limited to just 50, the artwork is printed on Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 308gsm, a heavy-duty 100% cotton rag fine art paper chosen for its beautiful but subtle texture and matte finish, which has the highest industry standards for colour reproduction and sharpness. This ensures the optimum detail, contrast and colour depth. All prints come signed and numbered with a certificate of authenticity.

Exhibition Details - Meet the individuals of the Maasai Mara. Each character has their own personal story, unique history, and uncertain future. They have distinctive personalities, close bonds, feared enemies, and emotions as strong as your own. Visiting the same individuals every single day, Matthew gets to know his subjects on a deeply personal level. By highlighting these personal stories, showing animals to be emotional individuals rather than just an anonymous statistic in a wider population, Matthew hopes to promote a desire to protect and care for this precious wildlife.

Materials used:

Hahnemule 308gsm 100% Cotton Fine Art Photo Paper

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