Paul Nicklen and Cristina Mittermeier are two of the world’s most celebrated conservation champions and nature/wildlife photographers of our generation. This coming weekend on Friday (May 5th), Saturday (May 6th), or Sunday (May 7th), Greenwich, Connecticut, will be hosting Nicklen’s and Mittermeier’s exhibition, Double Exposure: Two Photographers, One Mission at C. Parker Gallery, conveniently located near Manhattan, just a 40-minute train ride from New York City (and the train station in Greenwich is just steps away from the C. Parker Gallery). The exhibition will feature more than 30 large-scale photographs by Nicklen and Mittermeier (this new exhibition is on view May 1st ‒ June 26th).
“Greenwich is honored to welcome Paul Nicklen and Cristina Mittermeier, two of the most globally celebrated photographers of our generation, for this exhibition and event series. These artists/conservation champions have created some of the most iconic wildlife images of our modern-day culture. They are internationally acclaimed for harnessing the majestic beauty of their images to inspire change on our planet, via their 12 million followers worldwide. Greenwich is thrilled to host their new exhibition and Opening Reception events at C. Parker Gallery on the weekend of May 5th.” — stated Fred Camillo, the Town of Greenwich’s First Selectman
Together with their SeaLegacy.org foundation, Paul Nicklen and Cristina Mittermeier (protectors of the sea) have accumulated over 12 million followers worldwide with their vital message to protect our planet.
Paul Nicklen and Cristina Mittermeier
“The C. Parker Gallery is thrilled to present the work of two of the most internationally acclaimed conservation photographers. Their photographs are included in some of the world’s most important private collections, and have been featured as iconic images by major national media including National Geographic and TIME Magazine. This is an incredible opportunity to witness the beauty of nature in an intimate and personal way, to share their important message, and join their mission advocating for greater conservation and environmental awareness.” — stated Tiffany Benincasa, the Gallery’s curator and owner
Presented in partnership with the Town of Greenwich Conservation Commission, the Greenwich Shellfish Commission, and the Greenwich Point Conservancy, this new exhibition features several works which have never been exhibited to the public at this size and scope and are curated by C. Parker Gallery proprietor, Tiffany Benincasa. The Gallery is located at 409 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, Connecticut, 06830.
Reflecting the Natural World in Extreme Conditions
A Mother’s Universe, by Paul Nicklen (2023)
Paul Nicklen is a photographer, filmmaker, and marine biologist. His work is collected by film and music stars and major celebrities, including Katie Couric, Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Garner, Alec Baldwin, Prince Hussain Aga Kahn, and the International Photography Hall of Fame, among others. He forges a bond between the subject and the viewer through sensitivity and a singular eye for reflecting the natural world in extreme conditions.
Red Curtain, by Cristina Mittermeier
“Images can help us understand the urgency to protect wild places that so many of us realize is of the utmost importance. My work is about building a greater awareness of the responsibility of what it means to be human.” — Cristina Mittermeier stated
Cristina Mittermeier is hailed as one of the most influential conservation photographers of our time, dedicating her entire life to protecting the world’s oceans. She has visited more than 100 countries and founded The International League of Conservation Photographers. She coined the phrase conservation photography.
Big Shot, Cristina Mittermeier (2015) Greenland
Nicklen and Mittermeier co-founded their nonprofit, SeaLegacy.org, in 2014. Since then, they have conducted over 45 global expeditions studying nearly 800 species and have made an immeasurable impact on climate education worldwide.
The Traveler, Cristina Mittermeier (2020) Bahamas
Parenthood, by Paul Nicklen (2011) Ross Sea, Antarctica
Nicklen and Mittermeier are sought-after speakers and presenters on stages from TED to National Geographic. In 2022, they each received Honorary Doctorates of Fine Arts from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada.
Paul Nicklen
“I believe that art, especially photography, has the power to connect people to stories with such deep emotion, that their perspective of the world can change. My work exists at the intersection of art, science, and conservation as a way to showcase the beauty that exists in nature.” — Paul Nicklen stated
Paul Nicklen has documented the beauty and plight of our planet for over 20 years. His work is collected by Hollywood icons, rock stars, and royalty. In 2019, he became the youngest person inducted into the International Photography Hall of Fame.
Paul Nicklen
Nicklen has said it is one thing to capture the natural world in a moment of grace and dignity, but that pales in comparison to an image that shines a brighter light on the environmental crisis and drives everyday people to action, even if only in some small way. His work has been singled out for creating a unique connection between image and viewer by featuring wild subjects in some of the most extreme conditions known on Earth.
Dawn Patrol, Paul Nicklen (2018) Northern Fjords, Norway
Nicklen is a Sony Artisan of Imagery and aligns with Rolex’s Perpetual Planet initiative on collaborative efforts to preserve the natural World. He has won more than 30 of the field’s most prestigious awards, including the BBC’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year and the World Press Photo for Photojournalism. He has exhibited in galleries, museums, and institutions around the world, including Hilton Asmus Contemporary (Chicago), Lyons Gallery (Australia), Galerie Gadcollection (Paris), Eisele Gallery (Cincinnati), and Fineart Oslo (Oslo).
Cristina Mittermeier
“Images can help us understand the urgency to protect wild places that so many of us realize is of the utmost importance. My work is about building a greater awareness of the responsibility of what it means to be human.” — Cristina Mittermeier stated
Cristina Mittermeier was born in Mexico City in 1966. She graduated from the ITESM University in Mexico with a degree in Biochemical Engineering in Marine Sciences. Later, she attended the Fine Art Photography program at the Corcoran College for the Arts in Washington, D.C. She was named one of National Geographic’s Adventurers of the Year in 2018.
Cristina Mittermeier
Mittermeier’s Photographs have been exhibited in galleries around the World, including Hilton Asmus (Chicago), the Saatchi Gallery (London), C. Parker Gallery (Greenwich), and Eisele Gallery (Cincinnati). She is currently preparing for a solo exhibition at the prestigious Gallerie d’Italia in Turino, Italy.
Cristina Mittermeier
Mittermeier’s many awards include the Smithsonian Conservation Photographer of the Year; the Humanity Content Creator Award from HIPA; the Imaging Award for Photographers Who Give Back; the Seattle Aquarium’s Sylvia Earle Medal; Travel + Leisure’s Global Vision Award, and was named one of the “100 Latinos Most Committed to Climate Action.”
She is a World Photographic Academy member; was the first female photographer to reach one million followers on Instagram; is a Sony Artisan of Imagery; and aligns with Rolex’s Perpetual Planet initiative on collaborative efforts to preserve the natural world.
Lady with the Goose II, Cristina Mittermeier (2008) Yunnan Province, China
C. Parker Gallery is a full-service art gallery and consultancy celebrating its tenth anniversary in Greenwich, Connecticut. Representing an extensive collection of works by traditional and contemporary artists. The Gallery is a recipient of the Best of Greenwich and Best of the Gold Coast awards.
Laundry on the Mandare, Cristina Mittermeier (2008)
We recommend attending Paul Nicklen’s and Cristina Mittermeier’s exhibition at the C. Parker Gallery in Greenwich, Connecticut, on Friday (May 5th), Saturday (May 6th), or Sunday (May 7th). Also, let us know how you feel in the comment section below. Mel Blanc’s famous catchphrase, That’s All Folks! Thanks for reading another great article on Bong Mines Entertainment – the hot spot for new music and entertainment news. Always remember that (P) Positive, (E) Energy, (A) Always, (C) Creates, (E) Elevation (P.E.A.C.E). Contact us on social media via Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook, and let us know what’s going on. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter, purchase our merchandise, and become a Patron of Bong Mines Entertainment. Disclaimer: This post contains Apple Music affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking a link on this page, we will collect a small share of the sales. That little compensation will be used towards keeping this website up and running.