Concept: The representation of marginalized and indigenous communities by non-indigenous individuals.

• Real-world example: Jimmy Nelson's project "Before They Pass Away," where he photographs indigenous communities. He aims to present them as beautiful and unspoiled, deviating from the "impoverished" image usually portrayed by NGOs.

Question to ponder: Are Nelson's pictures accurate representations or are they romanticized portraits, disconnected from the realities of modern life?

Concept: The problem with defining "authenticity" of a different culture from an outsider's perspective.

• Real-world example: Nelson photographs "the most beautiful people on the planet," excluding indigenous people that don't meet his authenticity criteria.

Point to remember: The aesthetics of an outsider can perpetuate stereotypes and exoticize the culture, obscuring the reality that these communities are also part of the modern world. Like watching Netflix, wearing jeans, and using social media!

Concept: The influence of narrative and language on our beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions.

• Real-world example: The title "Before They Pass Away" can suggest inevitability, implying these cultures will disappear due to progress, rather than acknowledging potential external causes or injustices.

Key question: Is the "passing away" inevitable, or is there a different story to tell?