Among the Living: Where You Belong

Photographer and explorer Guadalupe Laiz has created a beautiful collection of images, Among the Living, Where You Belong, showcasing the magnificent wildlife photography taken by her across the African continent. Her work reveals the intelligence and self-interest of these animals and calls to action to protect their habitats and promote conservation efforts.

Format: Hardback
Length: 572 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2023
Publisher: Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd

A truly captivating collection of luxurious images, Among the Living, Where You Belong, showcases the magnificent wildlife photography taken by photographer and explorer Guadalupe Laiz. For this book, Guadalupe embarked on a six-year journey across the African continent, forgoing comfort for extended periods, in pursuit of capturing intimate portraits of charismatic and fierce, yet often vulnerable and endangered animals. It is impossible to gaze upon one of her photographs and not be deeply moved by the innate individuality of her subjects. She dedicates time to closely observe these creatures in their natural habitats, forging personal connections with them over time, and earning their trust and respect in encounters with remarkable creatures such as Big Craig, the largest elephant tusker in Kenya, the famous Susa gorilla family in Rwanda, or Bob Jr., the majestic lion dubbed the King of the Serengeti in Tanzania—among many others, including rhinos, giraffes, zebras, leopards, and more.

Her work unveils a profound truth that anyone who has had the privilege of encountering such animals up close understands: these beasts possess intelligence and self-interest. They experience love, fear, and a range of needs and desires, and they deserve to be recognized for who they truly are. Guadalupe's work holds immense significance. Ultimately, her efforts aim to convey the importance of raising awareness about animal abuse, environmental issues, and the significance of educating all generations to make conscious lifestyle choices that safeguard our planet. Beautiful and captivating, Guadalupe's work also serves as a call to action. It inspires us to embrace our role as wildlife advocates and actively participate in conservation efforts, regardless of the means available to us.

Dimension: 330 x 280 x 60 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781864709650