A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits. From wearing animal skin clothing to living in huts made from cow dung, the traditional tribal lifestyle witnessed by Mario Gerth, of Erfurt, is a far cry from modern western civilization. The 38-year-old photographer toured the continent of Africa over a period of seven years, allowing him to visit a number of countries, including Kenya, Ethiopia and Angola.
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
HUDDLED together in the hollow of a tree, it would be easy to overlook these two sleepy owls as they blend into the trunk .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .
TENNIS was a game made for three according to the first Victorian rule book .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
WITH HIS PAW covering his mouth, this cheeky cub looks amused by something .
MASKED intruders look sinister but really they are a gang of urban exploring pranksters .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
