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Silver 2024 Advertising / Travel/Tourism

A Kazakh Tradition

  • Photographer
    Thibault Gerbaldi
  • Prize
    Silver in Advertising / Travel/Tourism

Eagle hunters train golden eagles to assist them in hunting foxes, hares, wolves, and other small mammals. The eagles don't consume the prey; instead, they serve as a vital tool for the hunters to provide food for their families. These hunters must be exceptional horse riders, skillfully carrying a 20kg+ eagle on their arm while maintaining a perfect bond with the bird. I was deeply fascinated by the pride these hunters take in their traditions and their unwavering attachment to their cultural heritage.

Thibault Gerbaldi is a self-taught photographer and enthusiastic traveler whose adventures have spanned the globe. His sensitivity enables him to establish a unique rapport with the subjects he photographs, reflecting strong emotions and authentic narratives in his work. Beyond his passion for photography, Thibault is driven by a desire to promote cultural understanding and support charitable causes. In 2019, he joined the board of directors for The Forgotten International, leveraging his photography to raise funds for communities in need.