Florida'S Changing Waters: A Beautiful World in Peril

Lynne Buchanan uses her photography to document the negative effects of human impact on Florida's inland and coastal waters and springs, highlighting the beauty, diversity, and complexity of these waters and calling for better stewardship. Her work reveals the interconnected and global nature of environmental problems, and encourages viewers to consider their personal relationship to water and take action to preserve these waterways for their natural beauty and essential role in our survival.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2019
Publisher: George F. Thompson

Lynne Buchanan embarked on a captivating journey to capture the essence of Florida's inland waters, driven by a deep connection and a desire to learn from the present moment. As she immersed herself in this photographic exploration, she became increasingly aware of the devastating impact of human activities on the delicate ecosystems she sought to document. Determined to raise awareness about the situation, Buchanan collaborated with water-quality and environmental advocates, ranging from members of the Water-keeper Alliance to Native American citizens who fought tirelessly to preserve their ancestral lands and secure clean drinking water.

The outcome of her dedication is a breathtaking visual masterpiece titled "Changing Waters." This remarkable book not only showcases the breathtaking beauty, diversity, and complexity of Florida's waters but also serves as a poignant testament to the negative effects of agricultural and industrial pollution, urban growth, and climate change on these vital inland and coastal waters and springs. While Buchanan's work is deeply rooted in the specific landscapes of Florida, it reveals the interconnected and global nature of environmental challenges. Florida's fragile springs, wetlands, rivers, and coastal waters serve as a tragic and powerful example of what is happening to aquatic systems across the nation and the world as a result of unchecked human actions.

Through her captivating photographs, Buchanan invites viewers to contemplate their personal relationship with water and encourages them to adopt better stewardship practices. She urges us to recognize the finite nature of this precious resource and to find more effective ways to preserve these waterways for their inherent beauty and their essential role in our survival. "Changing Waters" serves as a powerful call to action, inspiring us to embrace a deeper understanding of our responsibility towards the environment and to work together to create a sustainable future for generations to come.

Weight: 1898g
Dimension: 312 x 272 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781938086618