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One of the most extensive wildlife photography collections in the world presents nature in its most striking moments, while also playing a crucial role in funding conservation efforts. Among these compelling images is Rachel Moore’s photograph titled *In Her Shadow*, taken in the clear, turquoise waters surrounding Mo’orea in French Polynesia. This powerful image reveals the close bond between a humpback whale mother and her calf, captured as they rest just beneath the water’s surface.
Rachel Moore reflects on the scene: “I was able to photograph this tender moment of the baby nestled beneath its mother. At this age, calves have limited control over their buoyancy and will often use their mothers like a weight belt to help them stay submerged and safe.” This intimate shot is featured as part of Edition Hope, the 2025 iteration of *Prints for Wildlife*, one of the globe’s most prominent wildlife photography print sales. This initiative not only brings together works from over 200 esteemed wildlife and nature photographers but also encourages participation from emerging artists to increase diversity and inclusion in the field.
All prints offered through this fundraising campaign were priced at $125 (£95), with the entirety of the proceeds benefiting Conservation International. This global non-profit organization focuses on protecting biodiversity, restoring forests, and supporting communities that depend directly on nature. Dr. M. Sanjayan, CEO of Conservation International, emphasizes the significance of visual storytelling in fostering environmental awareness: “We need to reestablish our frayed connection to nature in order to value and protect it. This is where imagery is so powerful. These stunning, unique prints from world-renowned and deeply committed photographers offer us a chance to bring nature into our homes, while contributing meaningfully to its protection for the benefit of all life on our planet.”
Since its inception in 2020, *Prints for Wildlife* has raised more than £1.6 million to support conservation efforts worldwide. One of the founders, Dutch documentary photographer Pie Aerts, describes the project as transcending mere fundraising: “It’s a platform for connection, consciousness and hope in a time of crisis.” Marion Payr, a co-founder alongside Aerts, adds: “We’ve witnessed how art can spark action. We know many people feel powerless in the face of these changes. But there is power in photography. There is power in community. And above all there is still hope.”
*Main image credit: Rachel Moore*
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