Scott Sporleder’s video on the Outback documents a land, culture, and history on a scale so large you just have to sit and listen.

[Editor's note: Scott Sporleder was the first journalist to participate in the (closed beta) MatadorAccess program. When launched, this program will enable journalists to take sponsored trips and produce original investigative works. Scott was hosted by Tourism NT.]

AS THIS WORK SHOWS, the Outback is beautiful and massive, and full of people with longstanding connections to the land, going all the way back to creation myths.

Shane with Trek Larapinta speaks from the heart:

‘The country really speaks for itself. You get a deeper experience of the place if you really broaden your awareness and observation of the landscape and allow the time for that to happen.’

To learn more about Tasmania and the Northern Territory of Australia, check out Scott’s blog at Matador Community.

[Text by joshywashington. Photo by Scott Sporleder.]

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About The Author

Scott Sporleder

Since graduating from San Diego State University, Scott has dedicated 3 months a year to travel and photographing the world's unique cultures. While not on the road, you can visit Scott every summer at the Sawdust Festival in Laguna Beach. You can can also view his travel photography at ScottSporleder.com.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=514601382 Daniel C. Crump

    Absolutely amazing!!!! I just came back from there. Thank you for sharing :)

  • http://wayworded.blogspot.com/ Hal Amen

    Beautiful vid of what seems like a beautiful place. Nice work Scott.

  • http://matadornetwork.com Carlo Alcos

    “Every hill, tree, creek, bird and animal…they are part of our story. They are like you and me; we are also a part of that…the world is one. Remember that one. Our spirits are one.” 
    This is gorgeous Scott. When that dijeridoo kicks in too, that’s powerful.

  • Sana

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