A Symbiotic Relationship

• Photographer
  Thibault Gerbaldi
• Technical Info
  Iso200, 24mm, F/3.2 1/4000s
• Photo Date
  23nov23

Roccio stands among her alpacas in a remote Andean village, where these animals are more than a livelihood—they are part of the family. Alpaca farming underpins both cultural identity and economic progress, helping fund education and healthcare. But this tradition faces new threats: climate change is pushing agriculture to higher altitudes, while mining erodes grazing lands. In this fragile balance, Roccio’s quiet strength reflects a community’s will to adapt without losing its roots.

Thibault Gerbaldi is a self-taught Leica photographer and passionate traveler, known for authentic stories from the world’s most remote regions. His work spans landscapes from Greenland to India, blending documentary, travel, and portrait. He has self-published seven books and earned recognition: 1st at Siena Awards 2025, International Photo Awards 2025, and TPOTY Rising Talent (2024). Exhibited globally and featured in LFI and LENS Magazine. As a board member of The Forgotten International, he supports humanitarian projects.