Dancing in the Dust

Keiran Lusk

Dancing in the Dust

[This image is not for sale or reproduction]

One of the most special memories I carry from my time so far in Central Australia was my time working for Desert Tracks (an Anangu owned tour company). We conducted camping trips into the AP Lands of South Australia for school groups. Along the way, we would stay at various campsites and meet with Anangu staff and their families. I was honoured to be part of such an incredible cultural learning experience.

In this capture, the students were learning and participating in the Ngintaka Tjukurpa (the law and songline of the Perentie Lizard man). It was an amazing afternoon in the desert.

I am fortunate enough to have captured hundreds of amazing images from my adventures in the AP Lands. But as these images were captured in the capacity of trusted friend, I do not wish to offer these particular images for sale.

Anangu Pitjantjatjara lands of South Australia, June 2006.

Dancing in the Dust belongs to the following groups:

Human and Nature
Dancing in the Dust by Keiran Lusk
  • Glenn Alderson

    Glenn Alderson

    A truly magical image.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you so much Glenn :-)

  • AnitaInverarity

    AnitaInverarity

    Thank you for sharing this wonderful image xx

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    A pleasure Anita. Thank-you for your lovely feedback :-)

  • Arletta

    Arletta

    Lovely image and the quality of it actually looks like a fond memory. Neat!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you so much Arletta for your lovely comments. Yes, it does actually look like a fond memory too.

  • Amanda Gazidis

    Amanda Gazidis

    Really amazing image,very dream -like quality, like going into a trance dance.Great work,inspiring subject matter..I would love to see more of the images,the aboriginals are truley beautiful people…Thanks Keiran, soulful image.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Amanda for your kind words, support and encouragement as always.

  • stephaniek

    stephaniek

    Very nice capture! Lizard man did you say?

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Yeah. It is part of a very long ‘songline’ which stretches for hundreds and hundreds of kilometres. Thanks for the comments :-)

  • Linda Ridpath

    Linda Ridpath

    lovely picture, but an even better sentiment and feeling for you!!! x

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Linda. It was another special day on tour. Feelings were pretty easy to capture I guess.

  • Sarai

    Sarai

    Trusted finds are hard to come by…I think that that is what makes this image even more spectacular…Great detail. They are having soooo…much fun….

    S

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Sarai for your lovely comments.

  • TheAngelique

    TheAngelique

    I cannot explain to how this image moved me, Master Lusk.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you TheAngelique. I too find this a very special and moving image.

  • Michelle BarlondSmith

    Michelle Barlo...

    TRUE LIFE

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Michelle for the wonderful compliment.

  • aroha

    aroha

    awesome shot keiran, on so many levels, thank you for sharing :)

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Aroha, for your glowing comments. I appreciate your wonderful encouragement and ongoing support :-)

  • Keithbotilier

    Keithbotilier

    Great shot,a very special picture excellent.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you so very much Keith, for your wonderful compliments.

  • amarica

    amarica

    Congratulations Keiran, you got featured on Bits and Pieces!!!!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Amarica, for your lovely comments :-)

  • Lee Burgess

    Lee Burgess

    Magical indeed! What an image and what an experience..

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Lee, for the wonderful words and comments :-)

  • Christopher Birtwistle-Smith

    Christopher Bi...

    wonderful image, glad you are not selling them…c

  • Amy-lee Foley

    Amy-lee Foley

    Awesome image :o)

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Amy-Lee :-)

  • Mel Brackstone

    Mel Brackstone

    Fabulous image, Keiran! The light and the dust makes it!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks so much Mel. Yes, the dancing in the dust really stirred things up nicely for this shot. Cheers :-)

  • Sabine Spiesser

    Sabine Spiesser

    I love this shot. It shows the magic atmosphere of the occasion. I’m glad you commented on my work – it allowed me to find your fantastic collection of images. I love the outback, it’s such a special vast and beautiful place.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Sabine for your kind words. There is indeed something very special and beautiful about our vast outback. I am so pleased that you like this image. You have some amazing images of the outback in your portfolio too :-)

  • Melle

    Melle

    I love this image Kieran. The dust could be mistaken for spirit. Brilliant.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Wow, thanks Melle. Yes, the dust could be mistaken for spirit. What a wonderful thought. Cheers :-)

  • Lisa Kenny

    Lisa Kenny

    fantastic photo keiran, i love the dusty look of with the light poking through

  • Lisa Kenny

    Lisa Kenny

    ...and the looks on their faces ;)

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you so much Lisa. I am really pleased that you like this special image.

  • ANNETTE HAGGER

    ANNETTE HAGGER

    great capture!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you :-)

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    wow very moving !

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Lucindawind :-)

  • LindaR

    LindaR

    wonderful Keiran ~ I feel a privilege of this moment in this ancient dance being shared here ~ and appreciate your respect in offering it the way you are ~ I have great respect for the Aboriginal people ~ thank you for posting xx

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Linda, for your wonderful words. I too feel a great privilege to have shared this moment.

  • sweetscent62

    sweetscent62

    Wonderful image Keiran : ) Wen x

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Wen, for your kind words and encouragement. Enjoy :-)

  • Shannon Byous Ruddy

    Shannon Byous ...

    I love how happy this shot is – nice one!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    It was a beautiful moment and a wonderful chance for these students to enjoy and learn something very special.

  • chasingsooz

    chasingsooz

    Wonderful story and imagery, Thank you for sharing this.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Chasingsooz, for taking the time to leave your lovely comment. Enjoy :-)

  • linda858100

    linda858100

    THIS COULD BE A MOVIE,,BRILLIANT KEIRAN.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Linda, for your wonderful words :-)

  • Rosemaree

    Rosemaree

    Beautiful image Keiran. This must have been a magical moment and you were very priviledged to have been able to capture this special time… What an honour…

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Rosemaree. It was indeed an incredible honour. I will never forget my time in this particular part of the country :-)

  • Darryl SANT

    Darryl SANT

    Magic image.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Darryl :-)

  • linda858100

    linda858100

    STUNNING

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thanks Linda :-)

  • Mary Ann Reilly

    Mary Ann Reilly

    an extraordinary image. leaves me breathless.

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Wow, thank-you Mary Ann, for your wonderful words. I really appreciate it :-)

  • LisaR

    LisaR

    Wow this is an amazing shot! Fantastic!

  • Keiran Lusk replied

    Thank-you Lisa. This is a really special image to me, so I am pleased to receive your wonderful feedback :-)

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    It is a sensational window to a culture I find absolutely intriguing. This is a fascinating image Keiran, so deeply spiritual with the amazing light. And just look at him! I am so amazed.

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