Editor's Den

Cynthia Bandurek

Editor

Volume 28 is our fourth edition dedicated to women, highlighting the impact their work generates in the field of conservation and wildlife photography around the world. Women play an important role in photojournalism, photography, wildlife conservation and wildlife arts – all subject matters in our bimonthly volumes. Women make significant contributions to PT Explorers with women generally contributing about half of our published articles. We dedicate Volume 28 to the women in conservation & photography.

In this edition, we will enjoy and learn about the outstanding work of Marina Cano, an international award-winning wildlife photographer based in Cantabria, northern Spain.

Melissa Schäfer is a conservationist photographer working with Polar Bears in the Artic. In this article, she makes us reflect about the need to be aware that whatever we do, we do cause an impact on the planet.

German wildlife photographer Monika Mansell shares tips on how to create black background in photography. American wildlife photographer, Donna Brok talks about the resources we can use to bring impact to an image.

Shruthi Kori a young wildlife photographer shares her amazing travel experience of Masai Mara, Kenya. From south western Australia Heather Throning shares her experiences of nature photography in the amazing Bibra and North Lakes. Silvina Acosta, an Argentinian photographer writes about macrophotography with stunning photos of insects found in Córdoba province.

Anagha Mohan, a 14 year old award winning young photographer shares her journey through the Indian wilderness. Spanish artist Bruna Roqué delights us with her crisp and sharp artwork. We look forward to seeing more of the young artist’s work.

From my new home in Costa Rica, I share with you my experiences with the magical world of spiders, a group of animals that I love to work with.

So, women of the world, grab your camera and head out into the bush, wetlands, lakes, and oceans to be creative and capture some spectacular photos to share with PT Explorers. Macro or long lens, your choice. Enjoy the world of nature photography.

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