TITLE: Vronsky Weathers the Storm


During my visit to Amboseli in January this year the whole park & surrounding area was dealing with one of the worst droughts in 40 years. Its impact could be seen everywhere, including the body weight of Vronsky, a 47 year old big Tusker. I had seen Vronsky six months previously & I was shocked to see how much weight he’d lost when I compared pictures. This sighting of him was particularly special as it was only me & my guide & Vronsky which allowed me to experiment with different frames & compositions. This was one of my favourites when the wind whipped up & the storm skies beckoned. It looks like he’s battling the elements but his resilience I hope shines through.

AUTHOR: JULES OLDROYD (United Kingdom)

After 30 years working in the TV for C4 & National Geographic, I took a leap of faith & decided to follow my passion & become a full-time wildlife photographer.
However, during my time at National Geographic where I led the programming strategy for Nat Geo channels internationally, I was able to soak up all the expertise around me & collaborate with some of the world’s best photographers, explorers & filmmakers. I watched, I listened & I learnt from the best.
I look for an unmistakable sense of place in my photography. In my compositions I am constantly seeking to capture the raw beauty & majesty not only of the wildlife in front of me, but equally important to me is the environment around it.
I am also increasingly looking for those subjects & environments where I know black & white will enhance the final image, as I love its timeless beauty & elegance.
10% of my print sales goes to support various conservation charities in Africa.