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Festivals of Papua New Guinea
In August of 2018 I spent 4 weeks on the island of New Guinea. Half of that time was in Papua New Guinea, discovering many beautiful tribal communities and three incredible festivals. The preparation for these festivals was often more wondrous than the spectacle of the festival itself, so the first half of the video is devoted to that preparation, while the second half is devoted to the dance, music, and artistry of these amazing tribes.
Festivals:
- Mount Hagen Cultural Festival
- 4th Annual Middle Sepik Festival
- Paiya Mini Show
Thanks to Beth Whitman and WanderTours for guidance and insights on our journeys across this magnificent country, as well as to my travel mates for their assistance and patience when getting these shots.
Edited and Color Graded in Final Cut Pro X
My Kit: https://kit.co/mikevangorkom
Music: Unlimited Imagination by Remember The Future
Licensed from Premium Beat https://www.premiumbeat.com
Tribes of New Guinea
The final tribe I visited on this adventure to Papua New Guinea is truly unlike any other. They are bizarre, creepy, and utterly fascinating.
Turn up the volume, as I present to you . . . The Asaro Mudmen.
Many years ago this tribe was arracked by an enemy tribe and forced to flee into the nearby Asaro River. They waited until dusk before attempting to escape. The enemy saw them rise from the muddy banks covered in mud and thought they were spirits. Most tribes in Papua New Guinea are very afraid of spirits, so the enemy fled in fear, the Asaro escaped, and the Mudmen were born.
The Vast Landscapes of Mongolia
In July of 2017 I spent 3 weeks in Western and Southern Mongolia. I composed this video to show the size, scope, and beauty of The Mongolian countryside. From the Altai Mountains to the Gobi Desert, the landscapes are more vast and varied than I had imagined.
This was my first time traveling with a drone! I’ve enjoyed learning the many nuances of how to achieve great shots and how to edit & color grade them. There’s still so much to learn, and I would appreciate any insights or advice in the comments!
Thanks to Koryo Tours and Discover Mongolia for their guidance and insights on our journies across this magnificent country, as well as to my travel mates for their assistance and patience when getting these shots.
http://www.discovermongolia.mn
Edited and Color Graded on Final Cut Pro X
Gear: DJI Mavic Pro, GoPro Hero 5
Music: Epic Movement 01 by Thomas Lundgren Licensed from Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com