BEHIND MOUNTAINS by RAGNAR AXELSSON
For forty-five years, Icelandic photographer Ragnar Axelsson has documented the farmers of his homeland during the annual sheep roundups. This centuries-old tradition, often carried out on horseback or on foot, takes place every autumn. In his third publication with Kehrer Verlag, Axelsson presents powerful, atmospheric black-and-white photographs that vividly capture the interaction between people, their animals, and the rugged landscape. Majestic rolling hills, battered by roaring snow and rainstorms, alongside rough lava fields and massive rock formations, convey a striking and evocative image of the extraordinary connection between humans and nature.
For forty-five years, Icelandic photographer Ragnar Axelsson has documented the farmers of his homeland during the annual sheep roundups. This centuries-old tradition, often carried out on horseback or on foot, takes place every autumn. In his third publication with Kehrer Verlag, Axelsson presents powerful, atmospheric black-and-white photographs that vividly capture the interaction between people, their animals, and the rugged landscape. Majestic rolling hills, battered by roaring snow and rainstorms, alongside rough lava fields and massive rock formations, convey a striking and evocative image of the extraordinary connection between humans and nature.
Axelsson’s work has been recognized with numerous awards, including a shortlist nomination for the Prix Pictet and an Honorable Mention in the Leica Oskar Barnack Award.
This revised and expanded edition of Behind Mountains presents a compelling collection of black-and-white photographs by Ragnar Axelsson, capturing the enduring traditions of Icelandic farmers during their annual sheep roundups. Spanning over four decades, Axelsson’s images portray the profound connection between humans, animals, and the rugged Icelandic landscape. Printed in tritone, this volume offers a visual narrative of a centuries-old practice, highlighting the resilience and harmony of rural life.
January 17, 2025
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