Jason Edwards

National Geographic’s Jason Edwards has been at the forefront of natural history photography for

more than three decades. His image portfolio ranks among the largest of any photographer in the

Society’s long history. Based in Melbourne Australia, a passion for wildlife and the environment has

been with him over his extensive career that began as a zookeeper at the Zoological Board of Victoria.

Jason has since been recognised globally for his contributions to Science, the Environment, and the

Arts.

Jason’s accolades within the photographic industry stretch over 25 years and include among others;

two times winner of the Eureka Prize for Science Photography, four times winner of Communications

Art Photography Annual, two times winner of the ProMax Golden Muse, POYi Pictures of the Year

International, and Travel Photographer of the Year. He was awarded the Australian Geographic Society

Pursuit of Excellence Award, and also honoured as one of the world’s ‘100 Photography Heroes’ by

Professional Photographer Magazine, London.

Through his commissioned assignments and as the face of National Geographic Channel’s Pure

Photography, Jason has taken his story telling to televisions and streaming networks in dozens of

countries and to every continent. His imagery has appeared in hundreds of publications including

National Geographic Magazine, BBC Wildlife, Australian Geographic, Sports Illustrated, Conde Nast

Traveler, and The New Yorker.

Jason is the author and photographer of ‘Icebergs to Iguanas’ a large format series of books

illustrating his National Geographic imagery. He also authored and photographed science education

books for the children’s education market, and his imagery has appeared on everything from

environmental campaigns to Hollywood blockbusters.

As a leader and mentor, Jason has worked with photographers of all levels, instructing them in the art

of storytelling and how to find and translate images. He has spent years providing rich and entertaining

experiences; working in partnership with organizations and individuals; guiding participants both on

private expeditions and as one of National Geographic’s most sought experts.

The Conservation Photographers (ILCP) is an organisation that utilises the power of photography to

educate and inspire people globally about conservation issues. Jason is an Associate Fellow of the ILCP

and uses his lens to narrate and highlight issues affecting wildlife, the environment and indigenous

communities. Jason holds an Honours Degree in the Bachelor of Applied Science in Scientific

Photography and tertiary qualifications in the Animal Sciences.

Jason is an Ambassador for both Tourism Australia, and Sustainability Victoria, he is a Friend of the

Australia Museum, and a coveted keynote speaker. Drawing upon his skills as an environmentalist,

animal scientist, documentarian and National Geographic stalwart, Jason is an entertaining and

insightful raconteur, championing natural history and the art of photography. In addition, he is the

host of Snap Happy the Photography Show, which airs nationally across Australia.

Jason’s Fine Art Prints are archived in private collections around the world and have been exhibited

internationally including the USA, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Europe, where National

Geographic presented his compelling imagery of Alang at the prestigious Visa Pour L’Image

Photojournalism Festival.