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When I was at The Crow Fair last August I had the opportunity to photograph many of the participants. There was constant dancing and drumming and everywhere you looked was a swirling kaleidoscope of color and movement. Dozens and dozens of dancers participated in the contests and different ceremonies. It seems as if one of the reasons for the festivities was to create a sensation of constant movement, color and sound.

Yet every once in a while you would find someone standing motionless, watching, listening, being in the moment. This Crow dancer was one of those who took a moment out of the frenetic activity to perhaps reflect on his heritage and the part he plays in it.

Periodically I will be featuring portraits of the many dancers from several tribes. This is the first featured participant. I am proud to present Crow Dancer.