The Drift
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Photographer
Ethan Fraser
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Prize
Honorable Mention
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University/School
Arts University Bournemouth
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Date of Photograph
October 2023 to November 2023
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Technical Info
Camera: Sony A7iii, Full Frame sensor. Lenses: Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art, Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8.
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This documentary project is set in the landscape of the New Forest; an ancient woodland in the South of England. The project is about the ancient tradition of the New Forest Drift, which happens between the end of summer and the end of autumn. It is when commoners (individuals with the right to graze livestock in the forest), guide the free-roaming New Forest ponies by horse to then check they are healthy and able to stay in the forest, contributing to the forest's ecological health. Beyond its ecological importance, it is a cultural cornerstone for commoner's connection to the land.
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Biography
Based in the South of England, I am a photographer with a first-class degree in Commercial Photography from Arts University Bournemouth. My background in skateboarding fuels much of my work, influencing my imagery with its dynamic culture. I thrive on capturing a diverse range of subjects, spanning Action Sports, Documentary, and Commercial projects. My photography is characterised by visually striking compositions, leveraging dramatic lighting and impeccable timing to captivate viewers.
