Getting Started With Conservation Photography
- 15mm
- ƒ/9
- 1/250s
- ISO 640
- 15mm
- ƒ/8
- 1/160s
- ISO 1250
About the event
Join award-winning wildlife photographer, marine biologist, and Sony Digital Imaging Advocate Dr Simon Pierce for this conservation photography webinar and discover how you can use your imagery to create positive change in the natural world.
Simon has a unique insight on this topic, having plenty of experience on both sides of the camera. He is the executive director of the Marine Megafauna Foundation, which focuses on the protection of endangered ocean wildlife, while his wildlife photography has been used to support conservation initiatives by the United Nations, multiple World Heritage areas, national governments, and many local and international conservation non-profits.
He will discuss how to find opportunities to contribute, what kind of images conservation organisations (and publishers) are looking for, and how to maximise the impact of your work. This talk is suitable for any photographer or videographer, beginner to advanced.
Techniques covered
- General wildlife photography tips
- General underwater photography tips
- Composition for publication
- Storytelling
- Creating photo essays
What to bring
- A device that can log into Zoom, and plenty of questions!
Advocate
Simon Pierce
I'm an ocean wildlife photographer and marine biologist living in Kaikōura, New Zealand. I work internationally with scientific expeditions, conservation ...
Simon was a brilliant host full of knowledge and experiences that he was so willing to share during the presentation. ”
Julia Svanberg, Getting Started With Conservation Photography
Simon is an exceptionally knowledgeable and fascinating speaker. A background in both science & photography provides compelling insights and viewing.”
Gavan Mitchell, Getting Started With Conservation Photography