A New Lens on Conservation: The "New Big 5" Photography Book
In a bid to revive the dwindling wildlife, British photographer Graeme Green has taken up the mantle of the "Big Five," traditionally referring to the iconic African animals that were once hunted for their trophies. However, Green's vision is broader - he's created a global "New Big 5" photography book, showcasing 144 renowned photographers from around the world, all united by a common goal: to raise awareness about endangered species.
The book features breathtaking images of the elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger, five animals that have been designated as ambassadors for the plight of wildlife on our planet. According to the United Nations, one million animal and plant species are facing extinction, with these five creatures being a stark reminder of what we're losing.
Green's project was conceived over a decade ago, when he was on assignment in Botswana. He wanted to encourage people to "shoot" with their cameras rather than guns, thus shifting the focus from hunting wildlife to documenting its beauty and majesty.
The book is not just a visual feast but also a call to action. It highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts, rewilding, and indigenous community involvement in protecting our planet's precious biodiversity. Essays by renowned conservationists like Jane Goodall and Paula Kahumbu emphasize the importance of collective responsibility in safeguarding wildlife.
One of the most striking aspects of the book is its scope. Beyond the five iconic animals, it includes a chapter on endangered species from bees to blue whales, illustrating the far-reaching impact of climate change on our planet's delicate ecosystem.
Green believes that this book is more than just a photography project - it's a global call to action. "We have a window of time during which we can start to heal some of the harm we've inflicted on the natural world," says Goodall in her foreword. "But only if we get together and take action now."
The book, titled "The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife," is set to be published on April 4, 2023, by Earth Aware Editions.
In a bid to revive the dwindling wildlife, British photographer Graeme Green has taken up the mantle of the "Big Five," traditionally referring to the iconic African animals that were once hunted for their trophies. However, Green's vision is broader - he's created a global "New Big 5" photography book, showcasing 144 renowned photographers from around the world, all united by a common goal: to raise awareness about endangered species.
The book features breathtaking images of the elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger, five animals that have been designated as ambassadors for the plight of wildlife on our planet. According to the United Nations, one million animal and plant species are facing extinction, with these five creatures being a stark reminder of what we're losing.
Green's project was conceived over a decade ago, when he was on assignment in Botswana. He wanted to encourage people to "shoot" with their cameras rather than guns, thus shifting the focus from hunting wildlife to documenting its beauty and majesty.
The book is not just a visual feast but also a call to action. It highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts, rewilding, and indigenous community involvement in protecting our planet's precious biodiversity. Essays by renowned conservationists like Jane Goodall and Paula Kahumbu emphasize the importance of collective responsibility in safeguarding wildlife.
One of the most striking aspects of the book is its scope. Beyond the five iconic animals, it includes a chapter on endangered species from bees to blue whales, illustrating the far-reaching impact of climate change on our planet's delicate ecosystem.
Green believes that this book is more than just a photography project - it's a global call to action. "We have a window of time during which we can start to heal some of the harm we've inflicted on the natural world," says Goodall in her foreword. "But only if we get together and take action now."
The book, titled "The New Big 5: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife," is set to be published on April 4, 2023, by Earth Aware Editions.
I'm loving this new lens on conservation 
! The stats are insane - did you know that we've lost 60% of the world's wildlife since 1970? 
It's mind-boggling to think about the impact of human activities on our planet. The "New Big 5" photography book is a game-changer, showcasing the work of 144 photographers from around the world. It's not just a pretty picture - it's a call to action to protect our precious biodiversity.
What can we do? Here are some stats:
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! It's like, totally awesome that Graeme Green and the team are using their talents to raise awareness about endangered species 
. I mean, have you seen those images of the elephant and polar bear? Mind. Blown. 
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The way Graeme Green has brought together these incredible photographers is truly inspiring 
. We need more people spreading awareness about the struggles our planet's wildlife is facing 
. I love how it goes beyond just the Big Five animals - it's like, we're not even scratching the surface of what's at stake here 
. We gotta take action now, or else... 
It's like, a huge collection of awesome pics from photographers all around the world, but instead of just being cool, they're actually trying to save the planet too 
. I mean, who knew taking pictures could be so conservation-y? 
Graeme Green is like the hero of the animal kingdom, and I'm here for it! 
. Seriously though, this book is a must-see (and read) to get you pumped up about wildlife conservation. So, let's all just take a deep breath, put down our phones, and go save some bees... or polar bears? 
with my buddies and we saw some insane sunsets 
. I was thinking, have you guys ever noticed how many bee species are dying off? Like, what's going on with our planet, right? 
. Anyway, back to Graeme Green's project – his vision for a global photography book is so cool 
. It's a bit scary how many are facing extinction. Guess we have to get our cameras ready (not guns) and start documenting those majestic creatures. Good on Graeme Green for starting this project – maybe it'll inspire some people to care about the planet a bit more. Can't hurt, right? 
I mean, who doesn't love a good wildlife pic? but at the same time, it's like we're being reminded of how messed up things are with all these species on the brink of extinction 
1 million and counting, right? that's wild. and i'm not gonna lie, some of these images in the book are straight fire 
graeme green's project is a great idea - it shows us that photography can be a powerful tool for change.
like, we gotta come together to protect wildlife and the planet. no one's gonna save these animals on their own, you know? it's up to all of us. so yeah, i'm excited about this book - it's a call to action, and we need more of that right now 
the numbers are crazy - one million animal & plant species are at risk of extinction 
just goes to show how climate change is affecting our planet 
. So yeah, I'm super excited about this book and I think it's gonna be a total game-changer for conservation efforts! 
! but seriously, this book is more than just pretty pics it's like a call 2 action 
we need 2 take care of our planet ASAP!! 
just saw this news about the new big 5 photography book and i'm low-key obsessed 
stats say that 70% of the world's endangered species are found in africa 
let's get behind this project and support our planet's precious biodiversity 
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. We definitely need more voices like theirs speaking out for wildlife conservation.
. It's so true that climate change is having a devastating impact on our planet's delicate balance