Photographing a naturally occurring marvel like the Mountain of God is a profound experience. Towering with majestic presence, trembling with energy, and erupting with life, it truly earns its revered title. Standing atop, meeting the clouds, it invites open interpretation—showing how raw power shapes the surrounding landscape and life. For the Maasai, it holds deep spiritual significance, as they offer sacrifices and prayers to invoke its blessing for rain, embodying the sacred bond between nature and culture.
For me, it was important to see it through the eyes of the locals, to photograph with the same respect, and to help spread the gospel of Lengai.
Ol Doinyo Lengai directly translates to the Mountain of God, A sacred active volcano in Tanzania known for its rare carbonatite lava, cooler than typical lava, and its dramatic ash cones. Standing at 2,962 meters, it is part of the East African Rift Valley and often erupts explosively.
Lake Natron is A highly alkaline lake with a striking red hue caused by microorganisms, it serves as a vital breeding ground for lesser flamingos in East and Central Africa. The lake’s extreme heat and minerals can calcify dead animals, preserving them. It spans 1,040 square kilometers near Ol Doinyo Lengai.
