Scarification

• Prize
  Silver in Book Proposal (Series Only)/Documentary, Gold in Press/Feature Story
• Photographer
  Jan Grodza

I took this picture in Benin. I had unique opportunity to witness traditional
scarification ceremony held by Betamarribe tribe. Children at about two
years must endure this painfull and scary - looking event, but for
Betamarribe tribe it is part of their culture and herritage.