neilaldridge
neilaldridge
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As an award-winning conservation photojournalist and professional wildlife guide, my work is influenced by my years working in the conservation sector and my time growing up in Southern Africa.
My photography of conservation issues not only showcases controversial and endangered wildlife but, as importantly, it debates man’s relationship with these creatures and their environments too. My images have been published and exhibited all over the world and have featured in the winning portfolios of the coveted international Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and the British Wildlife Photography Awards.
I am a FGASA qualified guide and field skills and an intimate knowledge of wildlife play a central role in my photography. To complement my guiding skills, I also hold a masters degree in photojournalism. Alongside my skills with a camera, this guiding experience allows me to run photo safaris and deliver workshops with wildlife enthusiasts and budding photographers across Africa and Europe.
A contract with the agency Photoshot helps to make my photography available for publication. However, a benefit to conservation has always been at the centre of my work and I provide images to a small number of wildlife charities to promote their valuable work and inspire their audiences.
I have worked in the UK's conservation sector for many of the leading wildlife and conservation bodies, including the The Wildlife Trusts, BTCV, the Woodland Trust and Natural England.
Beyond photography, both travel and wildlife watching further enhance my enjoyment of the natural world. Being a former South African international rower and a fan of many outdoor activities, I enjoy the physical challenges that photographing in remote locations brings.
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