The "New Big Five" - a photography book that's taking the wildlife world by storm. Replacing the iconic African animals of old, this global project aims to raise awareness about five species on the brink of extinction.
Graeme Green, the founder of New Big 5, was inspired to create this platform after an assignment in Botswana where he realized that his camera could do more good than a gun. The idea sparked a movement, with over 50,000 people worldwide voting for their favorite animals to photograph. The top five winners are: elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger.
This stunning book features breathtaking images from renowned photographers like Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen, alongside essays by conservationists and activists including Jane Goodall. It's a powerful reminder of the beauty and fragility of life on our planet.
Green believes that these photographs can inspire action, pointing out solutions like rewilding and the importance of indigenous communities in conservation. The book also highlights the alarming threat climate change poses to wildlife outside of the "New Big 5".
The project is more than just a photography exhibition; it's a call to arms. According to Jane Goodall, we have a window of time to heal some of the harm inflicted on nature, but only if we act now.
"The New Big Five: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife" by Graeme Green is a must-read for anyone passionate about wildlife conservation. The book is set to be released this April and can be purchased from Earth Aware Editions.
Graeme Green, the founder of New Big 5, was inspired to create this platform after an assignment in Botswana where he realized that his camera could do more good than a gun. The idea sparked a movement, with over 50,000 people worldwide voting for their favorite animals to photograph. The top five winners are: elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger.
This stunning book features breathtaking images from renowned photographers like Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen, alongside essays by conservationists and activists including Jane Goodall. It's a powerful reminder of the beauty and fragility of life on our planet.
Green believes that these photographs can inspire action, pointing out solutions like rewilding and the importance of indigenous communities in conservation. The book also highlights the alarming threat climate change poses to wildlife outside of the "New Big 5".
The project is more than just a photography exhibition; it's a call to arms. According to Jane Goodall, we have a window of time to heal some of the harm inflicted on nature, but only if we act now.
"The New Big Five: A Global Photography Project For Endangered Wildlife" by Graeme Green is a must-read for anyone passionate about wildlife conservation. The book is set to be released this April and can be purchased from Earth Aware Editions.
. I mean, 50k people voting for their fave animals is a great start, but what's being done with those votes? Are they actually translating into real-world conservation efforts?
. We need more than just awareness campaigns; we need systemic changes to protect these animals and their habitats.
. The photography alone is stunning, and the essays by conservationists like Jane Goodall are super insightful. It's a great way to get people excited about wildlife conservation, and who knows, it might just inspire some real change 
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I'm so excited about this new project, it's like, totally needed right now! I mean, have you seen the pics of elephants struggling with plastic waste? 
It's heartbreaking. But at the same time, seeing these gorgeous animals through the lens of talented photographers like Ami Vitale is just stunning. The thing that really got me was Graeme Green's story about how he used his camera to make a difference in Botswana. That's what it's all about, right? Using our voices and talents to raise awareness for causes we care about.
! It's crazy how something as simple as taking pictures of animals can make such a big impact 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to see stunning images like that? But what really gets me is the message behind it - we need to take action ASAP or else these amazing creatures will be gone forever 
. I love how it's not just about the animals, but also about the indigenous communities and the solutions we can implement to help them thrive. We gotta step up our game, folks! 
I'm loving the idea behind "New Big Five". It's crazy how much of an impact our cameras can have on making a difference in the world 
. The collaboration with renowned photographers like Ami Vitale and Steve McCurry is just amazing, they bring such beauty to the project 
️. Can't wait for this book to drop in April and share some hope with all us wildlife lovers 
this photography project is so inspiring! I mean, who wouldn't want to see amazing pics of elephants, polar bears, lions, gorillas, and tigers? It's crazy how much impact a single book can have on people's minds. I'm curious to check out the essays by Jane Goodall too, she's like a legend when it comes to conservation 
. And I love that rewilding is mentioned as a solution – it's about time we start thinking outside the box for wildlife preservation 
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But at the same time, if it can raise awareness and get people talking about conservation then maybe it's worth it? 
... actually, that sounds like a bunch of hype to me. I mean, what's the real impact of a few clicks on social media vs. actual action in the field? 
... or is it? 
Maybe it's all about balance and finding that sweet spot between inspiration and motivation? 
. I think this book could be a good way to raise awareness and get people thinking about how we can help these animals, maybe by supporting conservation efforts or just learning more about the issue? 
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I just got my hands on the most amazing photography book "The New Big Five" 
I'm literally hyped for this new book drop! I've been seeing these pics going around on social media and they're insane! 
! climate change is such a big deal, but if we can make a difference by supporting rewilding and indigenous communities, i'm all for it 
... let's keep our fingers crossed that this book will be just what we need to turn things around 
I mean, who doesn't love animals? But what's really inspiring me is that it's not just a pretty picture book, it's actually raising awareness about species on the brink of extinction. Like, can you imagine if we could turn back time and save some of these amazing creatures? 
let's not waste it, right? 
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. But seriously, I hope people do start taking action because climate change is such a big deal 
I mean, I'm all for the New Big 5 project, but like, climate change is no joke, guys... we need to take action ASAP! 
Can't wait to get my hands on this book in April – it's going to be a game-changer for wildlife conservation, imo