Fantasia
Fantasia is inspired by the historical wartime attacks of Berber and Arabian desert riders. I have no idea what inspired me to sit on my haunches in front of these galloping warlike horses, but it was incredibly exciting! With the owners tent behind me, and an ingrained belief in the good nature of horses, I felt safe..... well safe enough to photograph the display at close range. I can't tell you how many times I've been asked if I used a telephoto lens..... and I didn't! It was a wide angle, and yes..... I probably am a bit mad! Nowadays, the fantasia is considered a cultural performance and a kind of martial art; it also symbolizes a strong relationship between the man and the horse, as well as an attachment to tradition.
Fantasia is inspired by the historical wartime attacks of Berber and Arabian desert riders. I have no idea what inspired me to sit on my haunches in front of these galloping warlike horses, but it was incredibly exciting! With the owners tent behind me, and an ingrained belief in the good nature of horses, I felt safe..... well safe enough to photograph the display at close range. I can't tell you how many times I've been asked if I used a telephoto lens..... and I didn't! It was a wide angle, and yes..... I probably am a bit mad! Nowadays, the fantasia is considered a cultural performance and a kind of martial art; it also symbolizes a strong relationship between the man and the horse, as well as an attachment to tradition.
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