
Migrations
Wildlife in Motion
Art Wolfe(Photographer)
Insight Editions (Publisher)
Published on 5. April 2016
Book
Hardback
168 pages
978-1-60887-714-0 (ISBN)
Description
A powerful collection of expeditionary photography documenting migratory patterns of wildlife across the planet through the lens of Art Wolfe, one of the world's most celebrated wildlife photographers.
Inspired by the imaginative spatial designs of Dutch artist M.C. Escher, photographer Art Wolfe traveled the globe in search of similar patterns in nature. The result is a book of remarkable wildlife images that captures both the beauty and the poignancy of animals on the move. Migrations draws the reader into the energy, motion, and enduring spirit of life on this planet. The stunning images capture the delicate balance of our ecosystem, conveying the primordial stirrings that prompt a flock of snow geese to head south, monarch butterflies to bejewel a forest of trees, or a colony of Indian bats to snuggle in tight hibernation, while also serving as a telling reminder of life's fragility. It carries a message of both celebration and conservation. Kenya, Japan, South Georgia Island, Trinidad, the Canadian Arctic, and the Ozarks are among the locations that create the backdrop for Wolfe's dramatic artistry as he showcases "classic migrations," the beauty of their trek, the splendor of the patterns they create, and the cycles they are compelled to repeat.
Inspired by the imaginative spatial designs of Dutch artist M.C. Escher, photographer Art Wolfe traveled the globe in search of similar patterns in nature. The result is a book of remarkable wildlife images that captures both the beauty and the poignancy of animals on the move. Migrations draws the reader into the energy, motion, and enduring spirit of life on this planet. The stunning images capture the delicate balance of our ecosystem, conveying the primordial stirrings that prompt a flock of snow geese to head south, monarch butterflies to bejewel a forest of trees, or a colony of Indian bats to snuggle in tight hibernation, while also serving as a telling reminder of life's fragility. It carries a message of both celebration and conservation. Kenya, Japan, South Georgia Island, Trinidad, the Canadian Arctic, and the Ozarks are among the locations that create the backdrop for Wolfe's dramatic artistry as he showcases "classic migrations," the beauty of their trek, the splendor of the patterns they create, and the cycles they are compelled to repeat.
Reviews / Votes
"One of the most outstanding photos in the book features a herd of cape buffalo stampeding through Kenya's Amboseli National Park. As they kick up dust in their frenzied wake, it almost looks as though they're swimming through a river of clouds."- Mother Nature Network
"Amid the hustle and bustle of daily life, it's sometimes easy to forget the beauty of the world around us. Art Wolfe is here to remind us. Throughout his decades-long career, the Seattle-based photographer and conservationist has captured some beautiful scenes of wildlife on the move in search of new homes, food sources and climates."
- The Huffington Post
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
San Rafael
United States
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 279 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
1193 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-60887-714-0 (9781608877140)
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Persons
Art Wolfe is an American photographer and conservationist, best known for his images of landscapes, wildlife, and native cultures. His photographs document scenes from every continent and have been noted by environmental advocacy groups for their stunning visual impact. With a career spanning six decades, Art has received numerous awards and accolades, most recently the University of Washington's Summa Laude Dignatus award.
Barbara Sleeper is a science writer who lives in Seattle. She has traveled to more than eighty countries to study rain-forest primates, explore wildlife preserves, and collect editorial material on assignment for various publications, including Life, Audubon, Travel & Leisure, and many more.
Barbara Sleeper is a science writer who lives in Seattle. She has traveled to more than eighty countries to study rain-forest primates, explore wildlife preserves, and collect editorial material on assignment for various publications, including Life, Audubon, Travel & Leisure, and many more.