Conservation Ethos

I approach my photography and birding travels through a lens that focuses on ecologically sound, community based conservation.  As a scientist and lifelong conservationist I am a firm believer in the need to address the rapidly growing biodiversity crises, which is driven in part by the loss of critical habitat around the world. When traveling, I make a concerted effort to support sustainable conservation initiatives through making use of local accommodation, transport, and/or guides when possible along with promoting and/or donating to specific conservation initiatives. 

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I bring this conservation-focused approach to my photography through an intentional selection of species and locations while limiting the use of artificial attractants and/or lighting setups. Commonly, my photography activities are paired with intense birding expeditions in search of endemic and/or endangered species. Therefore my photographic style frequently incorporates the subject within its natural surroundings, providing a more in-situ appreciation of the ecosystem as a whole.