For the past decade, Australian photographer Bobby-Jo Clow has been dedicated to capturing the breathtaking beauty of African elephants in their natural habitat.
Since her first encounter with these majestic creatures in Kenya ten years ago, Clow has traveled extensively across Africa, amassing a remarkable collection of images that showcase the elephants’ daily lives.
Now 33, Clow has honed her craft to focus on the intricate details of these animals’ routines, including their feeding, sleeping, and roaming behaviors.
Her commitment to this cause has repeatedly led her to southern and eastern Africa since 2004, where she has captured countless striking images.
From her extensive collection, Clow has selected 200 standout photographs for her upcoming book, “Reflections of Elephants.”
This book will display her stunning images and feature written contributions from a diverse group of writers, poets, conservationists, and elephant experts from around the globe.
Clow, who has long been fascinated by wildlife, shared her inspiration: “I have been passionate about wild animals since childhood, influenced by David Attenborough’s documentaries. After my first encounter with an African elephant, I was captivated by Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, and people, especially the elephants.”
The photographer feels a profound responsibility to support these animals. “Every 15 minutes, a wild elephant is killed. When you finish your next cup of tea or coffee, another elephant in Africa or Asia will be lost. Given my incredible opportunity to observe and photograph these animals, I feel a deep duty to contribute positively.”
In collaboration with writer Dave Blissett, Clow is working on this project to make a tangible impact on elephant conservation.
All proceeds from the book sales will be donated to the Askari Project, which focuses on wildlife preservation efforts in southern Kenya.
Clow expressed her gratitude, stating, “We have received contributions from truly inspiring individuals who have generously donated their time and expertise to this project. One hundred percent of the royalties will support the Askari Project dedicated to protecting these magnificent elephants.”
