Carel-Louis Steenkamp

I am a professional safari field guide and wildlife photographer, born and raised in South Africa. Growing up, I spent a lot of time at Erindi Private Game Reserve, where I developed a deep love and appreciation for nature. It was here that I discovered my passion for wildlife and the environment.

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After finishing high school, I decided to take a gap year and become a safari field guide. This allowed me to spend even more time in nature and share my love for the natural world with others. What was initially intended as a gap year eventually ended up paving the path to my profession.

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As I grew older, I realised that the natural world is facing many challenges, from habitat loss to climate change, and I felt a strong desire to do something about it. My lifelong passion for nature and educating others makes my role as a conservation wildlife photographer a perfect fit.

 

I now focus on using my photography to protect and conserve the planet by educating the public and sharing my fine art to raise awareness, evoke emotion, and encourage conservation action.

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Through my photography, I hope to make a positive impact on the world and inspire people to appreciate and protect the natural world. I believe that by sharing the beauty of nature, I can help create a more sustainable and harmonious relationship between humans and the environment.