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#100 for the Ocean
#animals
#local weather disaster
#ocean
#Paul Nicklen
#wildlife
Kori Burkhardt, “Between Two Worlds” (2022), Moorea, French Polynesia. All pictures © the photographers, courtesy of 100 for the Ocean, shared with permission
In 2023, the inaugural 100 for the Ocean occasion raised greater than half 1,000,000 {dollars} towards ocean conservation, and this 12 months it’s again with 100 world-renowned photographers and artists making a worldwide distinction. From June 1 to 30, you should buy prints for $100, with 100% of the online proceeds supporting three under-funded and under-recognized nonprofit organizations targeted on ocean advocacy and motion.
This 12 months, recipients of funding embody Coral Gardeners, targeted on coral restoration; New Zealand-based Younger Ocean Explorers, inspiring school-age youngsters to guard and cherish the world’s marine environments; and Oceans Initiative, which communicates information and urgency round threats to British Columbia’s Salish Sea.
Based by Paul Nicklen, Cristina Mittermeier, and Chase Teron, 100 for the Ocean dovetails with the work of SeaLegacy, a company illuminating tales in regards to the earth’s huge watery expanses by means of pictures and filmmaking. SeaLegacy companions with numerous scientists, artists, and nonprofits around the globe to make tangible, lasting progress towards defending the planet’s delicate ecosystems.
The varied assortment of pictures for 2024 consists of playful polar bears captured by Daisy Gilardini in Manitoba; a curious humpback whale dancing in circles round Kori Burkhardt in French Polynesia; and reef sharks glowing within the solar towards a backdrop of a double rainbow, photographed by Emmett Sparling.
“What’s so nice about 100 for the Ocean is that it’s accessible to many individuals who need to assist shield our planet however aren’t certain the place to begin,” says Cristina Mittermeier. “Our objective isn’t simply to lift funds for ocean initiatives; it’s to begin the dialog between these behind the lens and people at residence. We need to share the tales of our planet with you, create that connection, and make a long-lasting affect for the collective good of our planet.”
The print store opens at 12 a.m. EST on June 1, and true to the theme, solely 100 editions of every {photograph} can be found. See all obtainable prints and choose your favorites prematurely by downloading the digital catalog.
Emmett Sparling, “A Slice of Heaven within the Tuamotus” (2024), Tahanea, Tuamotus, French Polynesia
Claudio Contreras Koob, “Beak to Beak” (2014), Ria Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
Lewis Burnett, “Nyinggulu Blue” (2022), Nyinggulu Coast, Western Australia
Lucas Bustamante, “Pumas of Patagonia” (2019), Torres del Paine, Patagonia, Chile
Chris Byrne, “Internet of Water” (2022), Iceland
Daisy Gilardini, “Brotherhood” (2017), Wapuks Nationwide Park, Manitoba, Canada
Bertie Gregory, “The Wave Washers” (2022), Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica
Chris Schmid, “Golden Fur” (2022), Tarangire, Tanzania
Jens Wikström, “Double Orcas” (2019), Skjervøy, Norway
#100 for the Ocean
#animals
#local weather disaster
#ocean
#Paul Nicklen
#wildlife
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