Incredible gallery

When I was doing my Day in the Life, I asked the photographer about some of the people who inspire them or they admire, and among other names he brought out a handmade, handprinted leather book that he said was one of his prize possessions. After looking through it, I can see why.



I don't know whether to call it documentary, or environmental portraits, or whatever you like, but suffice to say the images are incredible. The pictures are taken by Gregory Colbert of Canada, and are part of a large-scale work titled "Ashes and Snow," contained in a moving, "nomadic" exhibition and comprising photos, writings, and three films -- the main film of which has been narrated by big names (Laurence Fishburne, Ken Watanabe, and others) and translated into several languages. He travelled all over Asia, Africa, and Antarctica to witness the native people interacting with the animals there -- these are must-see photos; this is just one of so many to choose from.

To see the whole series, go to www.ashesandsnow.com.