Volcanoes as the home of the Mountain Gorillas are portrayed differently here—through a striking series of black and white images titled Volcanoes Portraits. This body of work seeks to capture not only the essence of the landscape but also the quiet power of the mountains that shelter one of the world’s most endangered species.

Rising dramatically from the middle of the Albertine Rift, six mighty volcanic cones dominate the horizon. Their shapes are varied—some sharp and jagged like pyramids, others softened by the passage of time—yet all are cloaked in lush vegetation that thrives in the fertile volcanic soils. These monumental peaks form a dramatic natural skyline that has inspired countless stories and traditions.

Straddling three countries—Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo—these volcanoes are safeguarded within three protected areas: Volcanoes National Park, Mgahinga National Park, and Virunga National Park. Together, they represent a rare ecological treasure, uniting nations through the shared responsibility of protecting both landscape and life.

More on the Volcanoes National Parks:

1: Visual Introduction

2: Albertine Rift Endemic Birds in Rwanda

3. Mountain Gorillas