Some of the most memorable moments in documentary photography are those that unfold without warning.
Dancing Boys was photographed in 2018 during my visit to Concordia, a township overlooking Knysna on South Africa's Garden Route.
I had arrived in South Africa with my family for a wedding. What began as curiosity about a settlement visible from our guest house became an unexpected two-day encounter with a community I might otherwise never have visited.
That encounter was made possible by Bongani, the young man managing our guest house, who lived in Concordia and invited me into his community.
As I explored the township, I encountered people going about their everyday lives. Families welcomed me into their homes, neighbours shared their stories, and I witnessed moments of warmth, humour and connection.
Dancing Boys captures one of those moments.
Three young boys, caught up in the simple pleasure of dancing, express themselves with an energy and spontaneity that needs no explanation.
There is something wonderfully universal about the scene. Regardless of geography, language or circumstance, the joy of movement and the freedom of childhood are instantly recognisable.
For me, the photograph also represents something important about the wider series.
Concordia was a place where I witnessed difficult living conditions, but those conditions did not define the people I met.
Their lives contained the same complexity, individuality, humour and humanity that exist in communities everywhere.
This photograph is not about the circumstances in which these boys live. It is about a moment in which they are simply being themselves.
Dancing Boys forms part of Two Days in a Township, a documentary photo essay by Wayne Crichlow exploring an unexpected encounter with the people of Concordia, South Africa.
Explore the complete photographic essay: Two Days in a Township.
Concordia, Knysna, South Africa | 2018
Dancing Boys is available in two formats: an A3 Open Edition providing an accessible entry point to the work, and a larger 74 × 51 cm Limited Edition for collectors.
Each print is signed by Wayne Crichlow and supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Paper size: A3 — 42 × 29.7 cm
Edition: Open Edition
Signed by Wayne Crichlow
Certificate of Authenticity included
The A3 Open Edition is available to purchase directly online for £500 unframed.
A framed A3 edition is available for £600, with the presentation tailored to the artwork and its final setting.
UK delivery
Unframed A3 prints are securely packaged flat with rigid protection. UK tracked delivery is £15.
Delivery of framed works is quoted separately.
Overall paper size: 74 × 51 cm
25 mm white border surrounding the image
Limited Edition of 5 + 2 Artist’s Proofs
Signed and numbered by Wayne Crichlow
Certificate of Authenticity included
Five numbered editions are available to purchase directly online for £1,000 unframed.
A framed Limited Edition is available for £1,500, with the presentation tailored to the artwork and its final setting. Framing options can include a choice of frame specification and standard or specialist anti-reflective glazing.
UK delivery
Unframed 74 × 51 cm Limited Edition prints are supplied carefully rolled for transport. UK tracked and insured delivery is £65.
Delivery of framed works is quoted separately according to destination and handling requirements.
Two Artist’s Proofs from the 74 × 51 cm Limited Edition are available, designated AP 1/2 and AP 2/2.
Artist’s Proofs are supplied framed for £2,000.
Due to the size and weight of framed works, delivery is quoted separately according to destination and handling requirements. Collection can also be arranged.
International delivery is available by quotation.
Please contact us for framed editions, Artist’s Proofs and specialist or international delivery enquiries.
Please note: Room-set and framed mock-up images are provided for illustrative purposes only. The apparent scale of the artwork may vary and should not be taken as an exact representation of its physical dimensions. Please refer to the dimensions stated above for the actual print size.
Some of the most memorable moments in documentary photography are those that unfold without warning.
Dancing Boys was photographed in 2018 during my visit to Concordia, a township overlooking Knysna on South Africa's Garden Route.
I had arrived in South Africa with my family for a wedding. What began as curiosity about a settlement visible from our guest house became an unexpected two-day encounter with a community I might otherwise never have visited.
That encounter was made possible by Bongani, the young man managing our guest house, who lived in Concordia and invited me into his community.
As I explored the township, I encountered people going about their everyday lives. Families welcomed me into their homes, neighbours shared their stories, and I witnessed moments of warmth, humour and connection.
Dancing Boys captures one of those moments.
Three young boys, caught up in the simple pleasure of dancing, express themselves with an energy and spontaneity that needs no explanation.
There is something wonderfully universal about the scene. Regardless of geography, language or circumstance, the joy of movement and the freedom of childhood are instantly recognisable.
For me, the photograph also represents something important about the wider series.
Concordia was a place where I witnessed difficult living conditions, but those conditions did not define the people I met.
Their lives contained the same complexity, individuality, humour and humanity that exist in communities everywhere.
This photograph is not about the circumstances in which these boys live. It is about a moment in which they are simply being themselves.
Dancing Boys forms part of Two Days in a Township, a documentary photo essay by Wayne Crichlow exploring an unexpected encounter with the people of Concordia, South Africa.
Explore the complete photographic essay: Two Days in a Township.
Concordia, Knysna, South Africa | 2018
Dancing Boys is available in two formats: an A3 Open Edition providing an accessible entry point to the work, and a larger 74 × 51 cm Limited Edition for collectors.
Each print is signed by Wayne Crichlow and supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Paper size: A3 — 42 × 29.7 cm
Edition: Open Edition
Signed by Wayne Crichlow
Certificate of Authenticity included
The A3 Open Edition is available to purchase directly online for £500 unframed.
A framed A3 edition is available for £600, with the presentation tailored to the artwork and its final setting.
UK delivery
Unframed A3 prints are securely packaged flat with rigid protection. UK tracked delivery is £15.
Delivery of framed works is quoted separately.
Overall paper size: 74 × 51 cm
25 mm white border surrounding the image
Limited Edition of 5 + 2 Artist’s Proofs
Signed and numbered by Wayne Crichlow
Certificate of Authenticity included
Five numbered editions are available to purchase directly online for £1,000 unframed.
A framed Limited Edition is available for £1,500, with the presentation tailored to the artwork and its final setting. Framing options can include a choice of frame specification and standard or specialist anti-reflective glazing.
UK delivery
Unframed 74 × 51 cm Limited Edition prints are supplied carefully rolled for transport. UK tracked and insured delivery is £65.
Delivery of framed works is quoted separately according to destination and handling requirements.
Two Artist’s Proofs from the 74 × 51 cm Limited Edition are available, designated AP 1/2 and AP 2/2.
Artist’s Proofs are supplied framed for £2,000.
Due to the size and weight of framed works, delivery is quoted separately according to destination and handling requirements. Collection can also be arranged.
International delivery is available by quotation.
Please contact us for framed editions, Artist’s Proofs and specialist or international delivery enquiries.
Please note: Room-set and framed mock-up images are provided for illustrative purposes only. The apparent scale of the artwork may vary and should not be taken as an exact representation of its physical dimensions. Please refer to the dimensions stated above for the actual print size.
