Exclusive Photo Exhibition: 'The New Big 5' Captures Endangered Animals
A new book titled "The New Big 5" by British photographer Graeme Green showcases a collection of stunning wildlife photographs highlighting endangered species. The project, which aims to raise awareness about the plight of at-risk animals, features images from renowned photographers around the world.
Graeme Green's vision for "The New Big 5" was born during a photo shoot in Botswana over a decade ago. He wanted to promote a message of conservation and wildlife appreciation by encouraging people to capture animals with their cameras instead of hunting them. The book, which has been two years in the making, showcases images from 144 globally renowned photographers.
The five animals that emerged as the winners of Green's global poll - elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger - are all threatened by human activities such as habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and poaching. The photographs in "The New Big 5" book serve as a powerful reminder of what we stand to lose if these species disappear.
According to Green, the project also highlights potential solutions for conservation. The book includes essays that explore the benefits of rewilding and the importance of indigenous communities in conservation. A chapter on endangered species from bees to blue whales illustrates the alarming threat climate change poses to animals outside of the "New Big 5".
Conservationists and wildlife experts, such as Jane Goodall, praise the project for raising awareness about the environmental challenges facing our planet. In an afterword to the book, Goodall said that there is a window of time to heal some of the harm inflicted on nature, but only if we take action now.
"The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife" by Graeme Green is set to be released this April and will be available for purchase. The book serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of protecting our planet's wildlife for future generations.
A new book titled "The New Big 5" by British photographer Graeme Green showcases a collection of stunning wildlife photographs highlighting endangered species. The project, which aims to raise awareness about the plight of at-risk animals, features images from renowned photographers around the world.
Graeme Green's vision for "The New Big 5" was born during a photo shoot in Botswana over a decade ago. He wanted to promote a message of conservation and wildlife appreciation by encouraging people to capture animals with their cameras instead of hunting them. The book, which has been two years in the making, showcases images from 144 globally renowned photographers.
The five animals that emerged as the winners of Green's global poll - elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger - are all threatened by human activities such as habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, and poaching. The photographs in "The New Big 5" book serve as a powerful reminder of what we stand to lose if these species disappear.
According to Green, the project also highlights potential solutions for conservation. The book includes essays that explore the benefits of rewilding and the importance of indigenous communities in conservation. A chapter on endangered species from bees to blue whales illustrates the alarming threat climate change poses to animals outside of the "New Big 5".
Conservationists and wildlife experts, such as Jane Goodall, praise the project for raising awareness about the environmental challenges facing our planet. In an afterword to the book, Goodall said that there is a window of time to heal some of the harm inflicted on nature, but only if we take action now.
"The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife" by Graeme Green is set to be released this April and will be available for purchase. The book serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of protecting our planet's wildlife for future generations.
can't believe we're still having to create these awareness campaigns 10 years late. like, why didn't we have this photo exhibition back when it actually mattered? 
and another thing, what's with the 'new big 5'? sounds like just a fancy way of saying 'the same old problem'. 
don't get me wrong, graeme green's work is dope, but we need more than just pretty pictures to fix our planet. 
it's like, 20 years ago they were just 'endangered' and now they're literally on the brink of extinction 
climate change is a real killer (no pun intended) and I think this project by Graeme Green is super necessary to get people's attention 
we need more voices like his highlighting these issues, especially the ones about rewilding and indigenous communities - so cool that Jane Goodall is supporting it 
fingers crossed that this book inspires people to take action before it's too late 
When will we learn? 
A photo exhibition is all well and good, but where's the action? 
... i mean, have you seen an elephant up close like that? it's like they're stealing your heart 
... and to know that we're destroying their habitats and causing them to become extinct is just too much to handle 
... but at the same time, seeing these gorgeous animals up close in all these stunning photos makes me want to take action and help protect them 
"The greatest wealth is health." ~ Virgil We should all take a moment to appreciate these incredible animals 
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Graeme Greens vision is literally so inspiring & it warms my heart 2 see ppl from all over the world comin together 2 promote wildlife appreciation n conservation! 
but seriously, these animals r in danger & we gotta do somethin about it!! 
climate change, habitat destruction... its like, we cant just sit back & watch our planet go to waste! 
i mean, Jane Goodall said it all - there is a window of time 2 make a difference, but only if we take action NOW!!! 
. I mean, who needs a trophy when you can have a selfie with a cute animal 
? Seriously though, it's awesome that Jane Goodall is giving props to this project – we need more people talking about conservation and taking action 
. On one hand, it's amazing that this photo exhibition can raise awareness about endangered animals and promote conservation. I mean, who wouldn't want to see these incredible creatures on display? 
. Fingers crossed that this project can inspire some meaningful change! 
But seriously, it's crazy how much we've lost in the wild. Did you know that polar bears can't even find food because of melting ice? Talk about a cold day 
Anyway, I love how this project brings attention to conservation and the impact of climate change on our planet. It's like, let's not wait until it's too late and we're left with just penguins as the 'big 5' 
. I'm curious to see how it'll impact people's perception of wildlife and maybe even inspire some folks to take action 
. What really got me was how they're not only highlighting the problems but also trying to find solutions, like rewilding and involving indigenous communities 
Elephants, polar bears, lions, gorillas, and tigers are literally the coolest creatures on the planet! And can you even imagine if they're all gone? 
It's like, a total disaster! 
. Every small action counts, whether it's using eco-friendly products or reducing our waste 
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We need more than just some pretty pictures to convince us to take action.