The Shaman

Photographer

Paul Bride

Category

Editorial Photography - Religious

Company

Paul Bride Photography

Submission Group

Professional

Year

2026

Country / Region:

Canada

Wrapped in layers of sacred clothing, a Mongolian shaman stands proud on a cold morning. With drum in hand and face concealed, he becomes both guardian and messenger. The portrait is a rare glimpse into a spiritual tradition where ritual, landscape, and belief remain deeply intertwined.

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