Aaron Gekoski is a renowned environmental photojournalist and film-maker, specialising in human-animal conflict. For nearly 20 years he has travelled the globe to report on our complex relationship with wildlife.

Covering issues from the illegal wildlife and pet trade, to deforestation, marine conservation and wildlife tourism, his images have appeared in dozens of international publications and books. His goal is to transform difficult themes into visually compelling narratives, revealing hidden layers of light amongst the darkness.

Aaron was awarded the 2024 Environmental Photographer of the Year award by Prince Albert II of Monaco, and he is a previous winner at Wildlife Photographer of the Year, Nature Photographer of the Year, International Photography Awards, and others. 

As a film-maker he has produced over 100 short and long-form documentaries focused on conservation. His latest feature film, Dethroned, investigates the global big cat trade.

Aaron Gekoski with Canon camera headshot in black and white.
© Aaron Gekoski
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