REDISCOVERING CULTURE & BEAUTY

Since 2003, Christian Noni has been recognized as a philanthropist in cultural & ecological conservation. Graduated in Cultural Anthropology and Human Paleopathology, Christian launched his career as a photographer for National Geographic Society in 2005. With his extensive background in philanthropy, Christian’s comprehensive goals remain to support and preserve indigenous ethnic groups. This governed for him to diverge among numerous tribal ethnic groups across the globe. His research confirmed the importance of establishing ecological conservation to protect the future of all indigenous ethnic groups - this pivotal point led to the creation of the Embody exhibition.

During his academic studies, Christian continued to be inspired to explore numerous remote islands in the South Pacific, the Archipelago, SE Asia and South America. Traveling by foot, horseback, tree log canoes and by sail, he immersed himself in the natural beauty and dynamic culture - completely separated of all mass tourism.

Mr. Noni was privileged to be welcomed by the Apa Tani (a tribe located in Northern India) and granted access to observe their rich traditions. The Apa Tani are recognized for their deep connection to the natural world, women of superior nose adornments, and as supreme weavers. Prior to his leaving, Christian was ceremonially officiated by the head tribal as a permanent member of the Apa Tani tribe. Christian has established a foundation with regional officials throughout numerous countries to maintain a deep understanding of cultural needs both socially and ecologically. His exhibitions reflect a transparency of indigenous history and how these cultures are environmentally threatened by anti-conservation corporations. Featured in a number of museums and Universities, the collection comprises of ethnographic antiquities and rare photography filled with rich tradition that surpasses time.