Women are reinventing a centuries-old English tradition, and photographer Hollie Fernando has captured their vibrant spirit in a mesmerizing new portrait that's part of a broader celebration of modern morris dancing.
Fernando ventured into this magical world after being invited to a pub where the dancers welcomed her with pickled egg crisps and infectious enthusiasm. Her best portrait series celebrates the female performers who are breathing new life into morris dancing, a tradition often associated with male-dominated groups. The energy and camaraderie captured in the images reveal a community that's joyfully reclaiming and reshaping their craft for a new generation. Read the full story →
Today's takeaway: Folk traditions thrive when communities welcome fresh perspectives and celebrate the people making them their own.
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