honorable mention
Apostolos Kaloudis greece
Photo © Apostolos Kaloudis
title
A Bond Beyond Words
In 2015, I became a member of the National Geographic Photography Community (natgeoyourshot), which serves as an exceptional "school of photography". My deep desire to understand the world & its diverse cultures has brought me closer to documentary, cultural, & humanitarian portraiture, as well as architecture (historical monuments & sites) & landscape photography.
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entry description
Nearing 70, Eagle-hunter Khayzim Burkitkhan (his surname literally means “Khan of Eagles”) is one of the oldest active Eagle Hunters in Western Mongolia. His knowledge in the ways of the eagle is priceless. He is a Master in this ancestral art, the 5th generation of a traditional eagle hunting family. His long friendship with Master Baytei Babii (the most famous Khazakh Eagle Hunter, which has a statue in the central square of Ulgii City, Bayan-Ulgii’s Capital) & other masters, make him play a crucial role in transmitting & sharing his knowledge with the younger generation, including his son & two grandson’s. Eagle hunting is not a mere task; it is an art that demands patience, dedication, & a deep understanding of avian behavior.about the photographer
My name is Apostolos Kaloudis, and I am an adventurer. I regard myself as an adventurer/explorer, rather than a photographer. My enthusiasm for exploration was significantly influenced by my studies in Medieval History, during which I became engrossed in the intricate narratives & details of military campaigns. This passion has since inspired me to journey through remote regions, including the Silk Road, the expansive steppes & deserts of Central Asia & northern China, as well as former Himalayan Kingdoms.In 2015, I became a member of the National Geographic Photography Community (natgeoyourshot), which serves as an exceptional "school of photography". My deep desire to understand the world & its diverse cultures has brought me closer to documentary, cultural, & humanitarian portraiture, as well as architecture (historical monuments & sites) & landscape photography.
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