A little about me

Over the last 15 years, I’ve had the privilege to traverse the globe, capturing fleeting moments of beauty and humanity, photographing for over 100 clients in more than 45 countries. From the front lines of disaster zones to the inner workings of livelihood programs and medical initiatives, my journey is not just one of miles traveled, but also of voices heard. Each photograph I take aims to uncover a story untold, a feeling unexpressed, and in the process, shed light on those unnoticed threads that weave our common humanity. It’s about capturing not just an image, but a resonance, a spark that might stir something deeper within us. For me, every frame is more than a frozen moment; it’s a hand extended, inviting us to recognize ourselves in this vast, complex, and incredibly beautiful world.

FINE WORK

Journey through my endeavors capturing global humanitarian efforts.

FINE ART

Museum quality prints for your home.

Fine Work

Humanitarian Photographer Marshall Foster

Journey through my endeavors capturing global humanitarian efforts.

Fine Art

A young Suri girl with beautiful face paint is framed by leaves.

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FeatureD Print

The Queen’s Heart – This tender interaction between two young Suri boys…

Two boys have their faces painted and are framed by a blue and green blanket

FeatureD Print

The Queen’s Heart – This tender connection between two young Suri boys…

Featured Print

Beautiful Fine Art for your collection

Each piece in the Limited Edition Collector’s Series is meticulously printed on premium museum-grade rag paper or museum-quality canvas with archival pigment inks. Doing so ensures exceptional longevity and an unparalleled color vibrancy, preserving the captivating details of every artwork.

Room mockup of the print Mursi Princess.
Room mockup of the print Mursi Princess.

Beautiful Fine Art for your collection

Each piece in the Limited Edition Collector’s Series is meticulously printed on premium museum-grade rag paper or museum-quality canvas and archival pigment inks. Doing so ensures exceptional longevity and an unparalleled color vibrancy, preserving the captivating details of every artwork.

Featured Work:
The Vanishing Royalty of the Omo Valley

I’m excited to unveil my new photo collection, “The Vanishing Royalty of the Omo Valley.” This project took me into the heart of the Omo Valley, a region steeped in history, where remote tribes have thrived for countless generations. My aim was to spotlight their deep-rooted connection to their culture and traditions, while also highlighting the external forces that are gradually causing these traditions to fade.

The title “Vanishing Royalty” encapsulates the regal qualities these tribes possess, but also signals the unfortunate reality that these traditions are being eroded over time. Outside influences like education, increasing connectivity, and advancing technology are reshaping their lives in ways that can often conflict with maintaining their traditional customs.

These tribes are the pillars of their communities, leading and making critical decisions, much like royalty. They’re protectors of their land and people, but as the modern world encroaches, their roles are becoming increasingly challenging.

Their attire, adorned with rich symbols reminiscent of royal regalia, marks their cultural significance. But as their world changes, so does the frequency with which these traditional symbols are worn and celebrated.

The tribal elders, respected advisors and wisdom keepers, are striving to pass on the customs and stories of their people. But the allure of the outside world can make it difficult for the younger generations to fully embrace these ancestral traditions.

In each photo, I’ve tried to capture these regal qualities, but also the sense of an era slowly fading. The beauty and resilience of the Omo Valley tribes lies in the delicate balance they maintain between preserving their traditions and adapting to an ever-changing world. They’ve been a profound source of inspiration for me, and I hope they will inspire others too.

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Museum Quality Prints

Limited Edition pieces are printed on archival museum-grade, archival rag paper or premium museum canvas, using long-lasting pigment inks.

Printing and Shipping

The Collection items are shipped as print-only. If you opt for the museum paper, your new photographic artwork will be bordered by a 1.5-inch white margin, which will be signed, titled, embossed, and numbered.  If you select the museum canvas, your artwork will come with a 1.5″-2″ mirrored edge, suitable for stretching over 1.5″-2″ stretcher bars. Canvas pieces bear the signature and edition number at the bottom right of the image, unless instructed otherwise.

Limited Edition

All pieces from the Limited Edition Collection are unframed and delivered in a protective tube along with a Certificate of Authenticity. Upon request, we can offer guidance on framing your new artwork to ensure both aesthetic appeal and lasting quality. Please note that the edition numbers represent the total in the edition, regardless of the size. There is no separate edition count for different sizes; each piece has a single unique edition number. Edition size will typically total 50 with 2 artist proofs.

Open Edition

Open Edition Prints are produced on high-quality photographic paper, set within a 4-ply, off-white, acid-free matte. The front of the matte and the print are both initialed. All Open Edition Matted Prints are designed to fit frames seamlessly.

Warriors of Clay

See the unique and fascinating way the men of the Kara tribe display their hunting prowess.

Vanishing Royalty

The Omo Valley tribes’ deep-rooted connection to their culture, land, and traditions is mirrored in their impressive attire, expressive eyes, and intricate facial markings, are all reminiscent of royal regalia. Yet, these symbols of their rich cultural heritage are being worn and celebrated less frequently, as their world evolves and changes.

Bloodletting

This video presents an opportunity to experience a rare and striking tradition of the Suri tribe in Ethiopia’s Omo Valley – bloodletting and blood drinking. This age-old custom holds profound significance within the tribe and was captured with respect and a keen curiosity to understand the unique aspects of their way of life.

Photos of Marshall Foster in the Omo Valley.








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SEE THE LIGHT, BE THE LIGHT; SHINE, AND THE WHOLE WORLD IGNITES.​

See the light, be the light; Shine, and the whole world ignites.

Through my storytelling, I hope to inspire others to lean into the light, to see it in themselves and others. To be the light that reveals the beauty that thrives even in the toughest circumstances, and the harsh truths that need to be seen. For when we do, the world becomes brighter, more compassionate, and more vibrant.

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