The world of photographer Steve Bloom

Animal photographer Steve Bloom is rightly considered a master in various fields of activity. He is a writer, videographer and artist. In addition to all this, Bloom is a talented photographer recognized by the world community. His pictures of animals are a saga about a world that is beautiful, dangerous and unique.

Steve Bloom’s homeland is Africa, it was there that he took his first steps. He was born on this continent in 1953. Staying true to his homeland, Bloom tells about the life of its inhabitants through photography.

Steve Bloom’s photographs have received and continue to receive huge recognition. His exhibitions take place every year and his books have been translated into more than 15 languages.

Being constantly on the move, the animal photographer never forgets that before shooting somewhere, it is important to thoroughly study the area. Bloom always works in tandem with someone who knows the place where the shooting takes place. It speaks volumes about the professionalism of the photographer. By the way, the technique that Bloom uses is exclusively digital.

All of Steve Bloom’s gear can weigh a total of 35 kilograms. At the same time, in the process of shooting, it is necessary to change lenses and be constantly on the alert. The result of this painstaking work is magnificent photographs of animals that Bloom combines into books and creates exhibitions.

One such book by Steve Bloom is ELEPHANT! This is a dedication to a monumental, huge animal – an elephant, it’s like a journey into an amazing kingdom, hitherto unknown with such sensuality and accuracy. The geography of shooting elephants stretched from Botswana to India.

In more than 100 photographs, these animals are presented primarily as individuals in their elephant world. In this book, you will see angry males grappling in a fierce fight, and the joy of motherhood of an elephant mother, and the majestic bathing of an elephant. 

Steve Bloom captures the real moments of wildlife life. He speaks the truth using his intuition. His words that photography is like music have become a classic statement that all photographers take note of, not just animalists.