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About the Photo Ark
It started simply enough with endangered amphibians. I read an essay on amphibian decline and knew I needed to do something to show these species to the world before they were gone forever. How to Help Some support for the project is being provided by National Geographic. The zoos and rescue facilities I’ve worked…
Lion Photo on Cover of 50 Best Pictures
Joel’s photo of a tree-climbing lion in Africa’s Albertine Rift is featured on the cover of NG’s 50 Greatest Pictures special issue. The Ishasha region of Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to some very unusual lions. Unlike most other members of the species, these lions climb trees to nap during the day, waking up…
Two Photos Highly Commended in Veolia Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition
Two of Joel’s images were selected as Highly Commended in the 2011 Veolia Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition. Photos and the story behind them are below. Both images are available as a signed print through this site– just click on the image’s title to learn more. Storm Painting “It was one of…
November Issue of National Geographic: Albertine Rift
Stunning African wildlife, and Joel’s brush with the deadly Marburg virus.
Amphibian Exhibit in Lincoln through November 30
60 photos of the beautiful and diverse world of amphibians on display now.
