Nikon Ambassador and National Geographic magazine photographer Ami Vitale has traveled to more than 100 countries, bearing witness not only to violence and conflict, but also to surreal beauty and the enduring power of the human spirit.
Throughout the years, Ami has lived in mud huts and war zones, contracted malaria, and donned a panda suit— keeping true to her belief in the importance of “living the story.” In 2009, after shooting a powerful story on the transport and release of one the world’s last white rhinos, Ami shifted her focus to today’s most compelling wildlife and environmental stories. She is a founding member of Ripple Effect Images and is on the Photojournalism Advisory Council for the Alexia Foundation Currently based in Montana, frequently gives workshops throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia. She can be reached at ami@amivitale.com.
National Geographic’s 50 Greatest Wildlife Photos
At the Carnegie Museum of Natural History from Nov. 16, 2019-May 25, 2020. For 115 years, National Geographic has pioneered and championed the art of wildlife photography, and captivated generations of engaged audiences with a steady stream of extraordinary images of animals in nature. From the very first such image to appear – a reindeer [ … ]
Learn MoreThe Amazon Rainforest Workshop
Join THREE renowned photographers; Ami Vitale, Joe McNally and Tamara Lackey on the trip of a lifetime to Ecuador where you will experience the abundant wildlife of the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest and the culture of Quito, its historic capital. Ecuador has the highest level of biodiversity per square kilometer anywhere in the world and you [ … ]
Learn MoreEmpathy: Beneath The Surface at California Museum of Art Thousand Oaks
Artists of international and national renown recall our community’s strength, compassion and connection through a powerful group exhibition on view October 18, 2019-February 16, 2020 at California Museum of Art Thousand Oaks. “Empathy: Beneath the Surface” presents a multi-disciplinary perspective on the idea of empathy and personal agency, with works that explore the universal themes [ … ]
Learn MoreWomen: A Century of Change at National Geographic Museum
As we approach the 100th anniversary of the U.S. constitutional amendment confirming women’s right to vote, a powerful new exhibition and book from National Geographic showcases iconic women around the world. WOMEN: A CENTURY OF CHANGE illuminates, celebrates and reflects on where the world’s women have been, where they are now and where they are [ … ]
Learn MoreFeatured Stories
National Geographic: Women of Impact
View the StoryCan science save a species on the edge of extinction?
View the StoryWhat I learned documenting the last male northern white rhino’s death
View the StoryBehind the Scenes at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
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Behind the Scenes at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
I am excited to release a new, behind the scenes film on my work in Kenya with Reteti Elephant Sanctuary for World Elephant Day. I hope it gives a glimpse into the powerful story of a community coming together to protect and save these magnificent creatures. I am grateful to Katy at Sprout Films for [ … ]
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TEDxBergamo: Falling in Love With a Unicorn
On Mar. 16, 2019 Ami delivered the talk “Falling in Love With a Unicorn” to a sold out crowd at TEDxBergamo. In it, she discusses the foundations of her work and how falling in love with a rhino named Sudan changed the course of her life and the lives of many others. Watch the whole [ … ]
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The Amazon Rainforest Workshop
I am thrilled to be offering The Amazon Rainforest Workshop, a trip and workshop of a lifetime with my two great friends and fellow Nikon Ambassadors, Joe McNally and Tamara Lackey. As your photographic leaders, we will be guiding you through the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest and the cultural historical capital of Quito. Ecuador has the [ … ]
Africa
Win a Trip With Ami Vitale to Kenya!
I am thrilled to announce that I’m launching a chance to WIN a guided trip with me to Kenya’s Ol Pejeta Conservancy. You’ll have the opportunity to meet Fatu and Najin, the last two northern white rhinos in the world, and the incredible people who care for them. You will also get a brand new Nikon Z [ … ]
