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Conservation Photojournalism is the vision and brand of award-winning photojournalist, professional wildlife guide and conservationist Neil Aldridge.

 

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Neil's work as a photojournalist is influenced by his years working in the conservation sector in the UK, as well as his time growing up in Southern Africa. He is a FGASA (Field Guides Association of Southern Africa) qualified guide and having studied at the excellent Antares Field Guide Training Centre in South Africa, field skills and an intimate knowledge of wildlife play a central role in the success of his photography. To complement his field guiding skills, Neil also holds a masters degree in photojournalism gained from the renowned London College of Communications. These skills in the field coupled with a sound understanding of photography makes Neil ideally suited to running workshops as well as accompanying and inspiring guests on photographic trips.

 

As a photojournalist, Neil ultimately aims to produce full photographic essays on current conservation issues. By capturing conservation stories he showcases some of the world’s most charismatic, controversial and endangered wildlife as well as man's relationship with these creatures and their environments. His photography has been widely published and his CV includes features in the world-renowned BBC Wildlife Magazine and exhibitions with ILCP, the International League of Conservation Photographers. Neil's work has also been celebrated in the winning portfolios of the coveted international Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and the British Wildlife Photography Awards.

 

Ethically, a benefit to conservation is at the centre of Neil's photography. As well as aiming to promote debate and awareness through his work, Neil provides images to certain wildlife charities to promote their valuable work and inspire their audiences.

 

 

Neil has worked in the UK 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, Neil's enjoyment of the natural world is further enhanced through watching wildlife, travelling and painting. Being a former South African international rower and a follower of many sports and outdoor activities, he also enjoys the physical challenges that photographing wildlife in remote locations brings.

 

Much of Neil's work is available through the agency Photoshot and their specialist collection of images of wildlife and nature, NHPA. Please get in touch if you are interested in any of the work featured on this site, have a commission enquiry, suggestion for a story or if you simply have a question or comment. Alternatively, check out the testimonials from those who have worked with Neil.