The Shot - The Fishing Boys
A new series by Etched Space where we do a deep dive on a specific image that stands out to us. It can be the result of a full production effort, or simply just a case of being in the right place at the right time. We look forward to sharing more stories behind our work.
This photo was taken whilst we were filming in Mozambique around the gigantic sand dunes on Bazaruto Island. It’s not often that I get completely distracted, mid-scene, but the combination of crystal-clear azure water, red sand and the multi-coloured dhow was simply too beautiful to not take pause. What really caught my attention were the boys’ beaming smiles. Serenity was suddenly broken by excitement. They were mesmerised by the drone and quickly caught a slip stream to chase us as we flew overhead. This shot captures youth’s complete freedom. Yet none at all. The art of fishing is passed down from generation to generation in Mozambique. The Bazaruto Archipelago is renowned for its tranquil blue seas and rich fishing grounds, which sustains the livelihood of a large proportion of the coastal population. These boys were bringing in their catch of the day, already making a valuable contribution to their family at such a young age.
