OUR TRAVELLING PHOTO EXHIBITION

Main Library | Toledo Lucas County Public Library

St Louis Public Library | Central Branch

Grange Insurance Audubon Center

Imagination Station

EDUCATION THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY

Highlighting extraordinary wildlife from around the world and their intriguing conservation stories through captivating photography, video, workshops, and powerful interpretation. This exhibit takes a multidisciplinary approach to combine science and art in a way that can benefit the community and our local ecosystems. The goal of the exhibit is to educate the community about global and local conservation issues and solutions as well as get community members connected to conservation organizations around the area.  

PAST GALLERY PARTNERS

 

BENEFITS OF HOSTING A GALLERY

Conservation through a Lens immerses visitors in the natural world, promoting awareness about biodiversity, ecosystems, and conservation. Each image comes with a background of stories, all accessible through a QR code to participant’s phones, There, they will be able to watch additional videos, listen to audio, see additional photos, witness behind the scenes content, and engage with a community of others who have interacted with this gallery. This wildlife exhibition often attract a diverse audience, including families, school groups, and nature enthusiasts. This visually stunning and informative traveling exhibit can boost foot traffic and increase overall engagement, especially with interactive and cinematic elements. The exhibit highlights important environmental issues, conservation efforts, and cultural connections to wildlife. This creates an opportunity to discuss current global challenges such as climate change, habitat destruction, and endangered species, furthering the institution's reputation as a center for meaningful discourse.

5,000 People Reached

$2,335 Raised for Conservation

WORKSHOPS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

Elementary school aged participants learning how to use cameras in the presence of an animal ambassador (opossum).

A talk about red wolf conservation from an expert in the field, organized in partnership with the traveling photo exhibition.

Presentation attendees participate in insect-based cuisine at the Toledo Library as a part f the Conservation through a lens exhibition.

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS

We offer specialized workshops for groups of aspiring conservation photographers, focusing on the unique challenges and techniques required to capture impactful images of wildlife and nature. These workshops emphasize the importance of storytelling through imagery, teaching participants how to create photographs that not only showcase the beauty of the natural world but also inspire conservation efforts. Attendees learn technical skills such as camera settings, composition, and lighting, as well as how to work ethically in wildlife environments without disturbing ecosystems.

VISUAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS

We collaborate closely with scientists and researchers to help them harness their communication and storytelling potential. Understanding that the scientific community often faces challenges in effectively reaching broader audiences, we offer training and strategic support to turn complex data into engaging, accessible narratives. Through workshops, we empower researchers to communicate their findings in ways that resonate with the public, policymakers, and other stakeholders.

BOOK AN EXHIBIT or sign up for a workshop

Contact us by using the form and we can give you an estimate based on your location, duration of exhibit, workshops, films screenings, and special events requested. We can’t wait to bring this opportunity to your community.