Environmental Awareness Photography

https://www.joelsartore.com/about-joel/common-questions/how-can-photography-help-the-environment/

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/254250535_Conservation_photography_as_environmental_education_Focus_on_the_pedagogues

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/blog/2012/jan/03/photography-medium-environmental-awareness

https://www.outdoorphotographer.com/on-location/featured-stories/how-to-be-a-conservation-photographer/

http://www.bbc.com/earth/story/20160629-environmental-photographer-of-the-year-winners-announced

I've always thought that photographs of environmental issues were very moving. I believe it makes people more aware of the conditions of the natural world by providing a contrast to the usual "picturesque" photos we see. I've attatched some links to readings I find interesting, as well as my favorite photos in this genre.

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Galápagos Islands Wildlife

Galapagos Penguin Sally Lightfoot Crab Marine Iguana Sea Lion Land Iguana Flightless Cormorant Painted Locust

Filters

Skylight Filter-Protects front element from being damaged Polarizing Filter-Reduce reflections and increase color saturation Neutral Density Filter-Allows for long shutter speed, wider aperatures Graduated Neutral Density Filter- different strengths of transitions between light and dark areas of the filter, gives a more balanced exposure of a photo where one half is more exposed than the other

Photographing Natural Patterns

Look for bunching of groups and repitition of space and shapes Counterpointing of spacing instead of consistency Use a telephoto lens and/or extension tubes to bring your focusing point closer Use a small aperture to keep things crisp Fill entire frame with the pattern Use a out of place element to add interest Use reflector to diffuse light towards subject instead of direct lighting

Gjerde Nature Photography

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