Exciting New Book
Portraits of Tibet by Diane Barker is a collection of 108 portrait images documenting several journeys made by photographer Diane Barker to become immersed in the everyday lives of the ancient nomadic people of Tibet – one of the last great surviving nomad communities in the world. These photographs share the timeless practices and traditions of the nomadic lifestyle as well as the shifts and changes which have become apparent more recently, offering a uniquely personal insight into these natural stewards of the land.
The book is now available - click on the image above to visit the publisher's website.
This short video gives an interesting overview of the book. For best results turn on the sound and select full screen mode.
Portraits of Tibet is a hugely evocative book for all of us, but particularly for those who grew up on the Tibetan Plateau. You might like to read Yeshi Jampa's review - just click on the image below.
Recent Articles
One Earth Sangha: The Spritual Ecology of Tibetan Nomads
Tibetan nomads have a way of life that is a model of ecological balance and sustainability, but they are being forced to adapt to challenges of government resettlement policies, global consumer culture, and climate change.
Author Raymond Lam describes photojournalist Diane Barker's exploration of the lives of Tibet's nomadic drokpa, "people of the solitudes," living on the remote Tibet-Qinghai Plateau.
Radio Interviews
Radio Interview: BBC Woman's Hour - My Best Day
On 13th September 2019, Diane was featured on the BBC's iconic radio programme, Woman's Hour. The piece was entitled "My Best Day" and was in response to a request for listeners to select a photograph that 'captured them at their best'.
Diane's offering was the image shown above, which she feels epitomises her travels around Tibet, and the many friends that she has there.
To listen to the interview, click on the image above, or go to the BBC Sounds App and search for Diane Barker. You might want to fast-forward 26 minutes into the program, which is where Diane's contribution begins.
Photo Stories
The Understory by Robert Macfarlane
From his recent book, with photos of Epping Forest taken by Diane Barker.