For the Suri people the cattle camp is part of the lifestyle and is mainly cared for by men. Therefore the boys of the tribe start to learn pastoral farming skill from a young age. The Suri in the Omo Valley of Ethiopia don’t really eat cattle but milk is a main food source. Men normally don’t wear anything in cattle camp. They rub their body with ash, soil, and even cattle dung before sunrise.
Gabi Steiner is an Austrian photographer whose work explores cultural identity, spirituality, and human connection. Her photography focuses on remote and indigenous communities, capturing moments of dignity, tradition, and shared humanity through an atmospheric and intimate visual language. Rather than simply documenting cultures, she seeks to create emotional resonance and foster a deeper understanding of lives and traditions rarely seen by the outside world.