With this book, renowned photographer, marine biologist, and environmentalist Cristina Mittermeier aims to convey to the broadest possible audience, and with the determination that characterizes her, the HOPE she sees in the intimate link between human beings and their environment. Mitty believes that stunning visual storytelling is the key to unlocking critical action to help heal our ocean and save our planet: "I try to rebuild the bridges that create the vital psychological connection that simply says: humans cannot survive without nature—all of nature." "HOPE may not be a plan or a…mehr
With this book, renowned photographer, marine biologist, and environmentalist Cristina Mittermeier aims to convey to the broadest possible audience, and with the determination that characterizes her, the HOPE she sees in the intimate link between human beings and their environment. Mitty believes that stunning visual storytelling is the key to unlocking critical action to help heal our ocean and save our planet: "I try to rebuild the bridges that create the vital psychological connection that simply says: humans cannot survive without nature—all of nature." "HOPE may not be a plan or a strategy, but it is vital for our survival. I ferociously reject apathy, cynicism, and fear, and with tenacity and determination, I choose kindness and hope. This book is my invitation for you to do the same. Always choose HOPE." — Cristina Mittermeier
Cristina "Mitty" Mittermeier is a renowned photographic artist whose work sits at the confluence of beauty, advocacy, and storytelling. A co-founder of the International League of Conservation Photographers and SeaLegacy, Mittermeier has dedicated her entire professional life to advocating for the preservation of biodiversity and documenting the lives of indigenous people fighting to preserve their cultures. With a background in marine biology and over three decades behind the lens, she has elevated conservation photography to the realm of fine art. Her photographs have been featured in hundreds of publications and exhibited in museums, galleries, and fairs across five continents, and her artistry has earned her numerous international accolades. Born in Mexico, Mittermeier travels around the world on conservation photography missions and is based in British Columbia along with her partner Paul Nicklen. Robert Redford was a legendary American actor known for classics such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and Out of Africa, as well as more recent Marvel blockbusters. A Hollywood icon both on screen and off, he a producer, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival. Redford was also a lover of the great outdoors and a champion for nature conservation and biodiversity campaigns. His thoughtful, passionate contribution to HOPE and support of Cristina Mittermeier and the SeaLegacy foundation are a testament to his lifelong dedication to environmental activism.
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1. Foreword by Robert Redford 2. Indigenous Wisdom 3. Ocean of Hope 4. Icy Realms 5. The After Life 6. Heirs to the Earth 7. Interconnected
