Graeme Green's latest project, "The New Big Five," is a stunning photography book that challenges traditional notions of wildlife conservation. Originally used to refer to Africa's most iconic and elusive animals – lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalos – the term has been reimagined by British photographer Graeme Green as a global call to action for endangered species.
The project began with a simple yet profound idea: "shoot with a camera, not a gun." In 2021, Green asked 50,000 people worldwide to vote for their top five animals they'd love to photograph in the wild. The resulting list of winners – elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger – serves as a poignant reminder of what we stand to lose if we fail to act.
The book, featuring images by renowned wildlife photographers like Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen, alongside essays from conservationists Jane Goodall and Paula Kahumbu, is a powerful tool in the fight against extinction. With over 144 contributors, each image tells a story of struggle, resilience, and hope.
Green's vision is not just to showcase stunning photographs but also to inspire people to take action. By highlighting the alarming threat climate change poses to countless species beyond the "New Big Five," he underscores the urgent need for collective responsibility. The book serves as a wake-up call, prompting readers to consider the consequences of their actions and the world we want to leave behind.
As Jane Goodall notes in the book's afterword, "we have a window of time during which we can start to heal some of the harm we have inflicted on the natural world." The photographs in "The New Big Five" are a testament to the enduring beauty and majesty of our planet's wildlife. By sharing these images, Green aims to spark a sense of wonder, compassion, and urgency among readers.
Published by Earth Aware Editions, this book is now available for purchase. With its powerful message and stunning visuals, it's an essential read for anyone passionate about conservation, wildlife, or simply the natural world.
The project began with a simple yet profound idea: "shoot with a camera, not a gun." In 2021, Green asked 50,000 people worldwide to vote for their top five animals they'd love to photograph in the wild. The resulting list of winners – elephant, polar bear, lion, gorilla, and tiger – serves as a poignant reminder of what we stand to lose if we fail to act.
The book, featuring images by renowned wildlife photographers like Ami Vitale, Steve McCurry, and Paul Nicklen, alongside essays from conservationists Jane Goodall and Paula Kahumbu, is a powerful tool in the fight against extinction. With over 144 contributors, each image tells a story of struggle, resilience, and hope.
Green's vision is not just to showcase stunning photographs but also to inspire people to take action. By highlighting the alarming threat climate change poses to countless species beyond the "New Big Five," he underscores the urgent need for collective responsibility. The book serves as a wake-up call, prompting readers to consider the consequences of their actions and the world we want to leave behind.
As Jane Goodall notes in the book's afterword, "we have a window of time during which we can start to heal some of the harm we have inflicted on the natural world." The photographs in "The New Big Five" are a testament to the enduring beauty and majesty of our planet's wildlife. By sharing these images, Green aims to spark a sense of wonder, compassion, and urgency among readers.
Published by Earth Aware Editions, this book is now available for purchase. With its powerful message and stunning visuals, it's an essential read for anyone passionate about conservation, wildlife, or simply the natural world.
we went to see the elephants in cambodia and OMG they were so gentle and intelligent 
it made me realize how much we need to protect these incredible creatures and their habitats we need to do more to stop climate change and deforestation ASAP 
my bf's family has a farm and they're already taking steps to reduce their carbon footprint like using solar panels and composting 
i feel so inspired to make a difference in my own small way 
but seriously ppl need 2 wake up & realize their actions got consequences 
graeme green did good tho by gettin people 2 vote 4 their fave animals & now we got this amazing book 
climate change is real & if ur not doin somethin bout it 
so yeah go grab ur copy & spread the word 
i mean, who would've thought that voting for their fave animals could be such a profound idea? it just goes to show how important storytelling and visuals are in raising awareness about wildlife conservation... and yeah, we can't stress enough how climate change is affecting so many species beyond the "new big five"... 
. The fact that he got 50,000 people worldwide to vote for their top animals to photograph in the wild is just amazing 
. I love how Jane Goodall says we have a chance to "heal some of the harm" we've caused to the natural world... let's do it! 
50k people voting on their fave animals to photo is like whoa thats so cool and inspiring 
this book sounds like an incredible resource for anyone passionate about conservation 
- can't wait to dive in and be inspired to take action 
. Either way, it's an essential read for anyone who cares about our planet's future!
. It's like a call to action, and it's amazing how many people came forward with their top picks. The end result is a book that's not just beautiful pics but also raises awareness about the importance of conservation 
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. Green wants us to see the world in a different light and take responsibility for our actions 
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. Like, I know some folks might think conservation is boring or whatever, but trust me, it’s so much more than that 
. We need people like Graeme Green to keep pushing boundaries and inspiring others to take action 
. I mean, we've been hearing this stuff for years and nothing's really changed, right? It's just a bunch of pretty pictures with some words thrown in to make us feel guilty. What I want to see is actual change – not just a bunch of rich people getting together to take photos 
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I'm really impressed by Graeme Green's project "The New Big Five" 
. I'm excited to see how "The New Big Five" will spark conversations, inspire new conservation efforts, and remind us of the beauty and majesty of our planet's wildlife 
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. The photos are meant to spark action and raise awareness - it's all about inspiring people to care about the world we're leaving behind 
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The book is literally giving me life and I'm totally buying it ASAP 