Redefining Photography
Preserving the value of the Image amidst the Selfie Epidemic –
How Social Media has diluted the value of images to the realm of snapshots to be taken and forgotten
Why do we take photographs when Social Media and the Selfie Epidemic have diluted their value aesthetically and economically.
We live in a time of acceleration. We barely have time to think, let alone appreciate the nuances of photography, the creativity that allows us to translate Henri Cartier-Bresson’s vision of the “decisive moment”.
So, is it possible make a living as a photographer who cares about the impact their actions might have on their subject?
We must avoid “aggressive” tourism, only supporting operators that invest in nature rather than simply exploiting it for profit
As Henry Benton wrote, “Nature is a part of humanity, and without some awareness and experience of that divine mystery man ceases to be man.”
Jonathan and Angela Scott are internationally acclaimed wildlife photographers and conservationists who for the past 45 years have written about, photographed and hosted wildlife television programs on the Maasai Maria National Reserve in Kenya. It is both a photographer’s and a predators paradise. Sadly, in recent years it has been the focus of media attention for all the wrong reasons – the chaotic way in which it is managed, and the lack of respect for the wildlife shown by many safari guides, guests, and in particular the photographic fraternity. In 2021, they founded the non-profit Sacred Nature Initiative that is pioneering a Safari Etiquette to encourage change for the better.
- Duration: 40 minutes
Date
- 01 Mar 2024
- Expired!
Time
- 15:20 - 16:00
Labels
- Focus Group
Speakers
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Jonathan ScottJonathan Scott, an acclaimed photographer, TV presenter, and conservationist, gained fame for his work with big cats. He secured the Overall Winner title at the 1987 Wildlife Photographer of the Year and received the Royal Geographical Society’s Cherry Kearton Award in 1994. Collaborating with his wife, Angela Scott, they’ve authored over 40 books, including the award-winning “Sacred Nature” series. A prominent figure in TV, Jonathan co-presented “Big Cat Diary” and “Big Cat Tales.” In 2021, the couple founded the non-profit Sacred Nature Initiative.
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Angela ScottAngela Scott, born in Alexandria, Egypt, discovered her love for art and photography in Tanzania. Partnering with wildlife photographer Jonathan Scott, the couple has produced 40 books and won the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition individually. Angela’s artistic touch and organizational skills complement Jonathan’s storytelling and animal behavior expertise. They founded the Sacred Nature Initiative, focusing on inspiring, educating, and conserving nature. Their award-winning books showcase Angela’s vision, beautifully designed by their son David, marking their impactful journey as the Big Cat People.
Organiser
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Xposure International Photography Festival
