Our habitat is part of what we experience. It affects us and leaves its mark on us, just as we leave our mark on it. The eponymous region is in the Australian state of New South Wales, famous for its white beaches, wild nature and perfect surfing conditions. This land harboured hippie communes and communities looking for alternative ways of living, and it is where the characters depicted here live: a group of teenagers who call themselves Our Strong Brotherhood, a family of boys, a small community brought together by friendship and growing up together.

These portraits of young men were taken against the background of their homes and of a nature whose awe-inspiring beauty determines who they are and who they will become. It is hard to tell when the pictures were taken; the hairstyles and clothes provide little information. One thing is certain: the hot summer will last forever. — Łukasz Rusznica