To celebrate his 10th anniversary as a professional photographer, Andy Rouse will give an inspirational talk in Wadhurst, East Sussex on the evening of Saturday December 5th 2009. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Aspira Fund, set up between Andy and Páramo to provide funds for conservation and research projects. The Wadhurst event is one of a series of 10th anniversary talks around the country when Andy will look back over the last decade of his action career as a wildlife photographer with a display of photos, video shots and accompanying music – sharing tales of drunken gorillas, playful penguins and sitting in the path of bull elephants to achieve that perfect shot. Doors open at 6pm for a 7pm start. Tickets are on sale from Páramo for £12 in advance (£15 on the door), or £10 each for groups of 10 or more.

Páramo Press Release

Páramo announce Andy Rouse event in December – celebrating a decade of inspirational photography

Following the success of the 2007 ‘Inner Visions’ event, Andy Rouse will once again be returning to Páramo’s ‘home town’ to give an inspirational talk celebrating his 10th anniversary as a professional photographer.  Andy and Páramo have been working together since 2005, united by their commitment to the outdoor environment.  Tickets are now on sale through Páramo for this event to be held in Wadhurst, East Sussex on the evening of Saturday December 5th 2009.  Proceeds from the event will benefit the Aspira Fund, set up between Andy and Páramo to provide funds for conservation and research projects.

Highly acclaimed wildlife photographer Andy Rouse has worked with Páramo since 2005 – adopting Páramo gear by choice for his visits to the world’s most inhospitable and extreme locations, from sweltering jungles to freezing snowscapes.  Welcoming too the ethical manufacturing and environmental stance of the company, his endorsement resulted in the launch in 2006 of a limited edition Andy Rouse Wildlife Photography range. The proceeds from the sale of these garments designed for wildlife and landscape photographers go into the Aspira Fund, set up jointly with Páramo to provide funds for small conservation and habitat research projects that are often bypassed by major funding initiatives.

The Wadhurst event is one of a series of 10th anniversary talks around the country when Andy will look back over the last decade of his action packed career with a display of photographs, video shots and accompanying music – sharing tales of drunken gorillas, playful penguins and sitting in the path of bull elephants to achieve that perfect shot!  Proceeds from the evening will go into the Aspira Fund which in the recent past has been able to contribute to work with capercaillies, tigers and little owls.

Andy Rouse
World renowned wildlife photographer Andy Rouse has long had a passion for wild things.  He has built his reputation on getting very close to the world’s largest and most dangerous animals; in doing so, capturing some of the most exciting and evocative images of wildlife found today.  His images reflect the dramatic action and beauty of the natural world. Andy’s photographs have featured in many
national newspapers and magazines – showcasing the splendour of nature to mass audiences as well as successfully drawing attention to the plight of vulnerable species.  He writes regular columns for photographic and internet magazines worldwide, has written 14 books and starred in his own TV series. He is a multi award-winning photographer with consistent success in the BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition and his annual talks programme is always sold out.

The event
Andy’s 10th anniversary talk promises to be packed with his most evocative images from the past decade, complete with inspirational anecdotes and humorous memories. Top billing goes to his recent project work in Australia and Svalbard, featuring stunning photography of his infamous polar bear encounters.  Andy is a charismatic presenter who is an expert on the wildlife and the habitats that he photographs.  He says ‘this will be an inspirational evening celebrating the wildlife of this planet, complemented by music - I look forward to entertaining you!’ 

The event will take place on Saturday December 5th in Wadhurst, East Sussex.  Doors open at 6pm (for a 7pm start). Tickets are on sale from Páramo for £12 in advance (£15 on the door), or £10 each for groups of 10 or more – ring Páramo on 01892 786446 or email [email protected].  There are just 300 tickets available for this event.  During the evening there will also be an opportunity to buy books signed by Andy including ‘Living Landscapes’, ‘Concepts of Nature’ and Andy’s first real coffee table book ‘Life in the Wild’.

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