Michael Remke - The Intersection of Landscape Photography & Ecological Science

<p>Welcome to episode 182 of the F-Stop Collaborate and Listen podcast.  This week on the podcast I recorded a socially-distanced, in-person podcast episode with my friend, fellow Durango resident, and fellow photographer, <a href='https://www.mycoremke.com/'>Michael Remke</a>. Michael is a professor at Fort Lewis College and has a Ph.D. in Forest Science. Michael pairs his passion for the outdoors and photography with his passion for ecological systems to create a symbiotic marriage of ideas that informs how he sees the world as both a photographer and as a scientist.  Michael's <a href='https://www.mycoremke.com/research'>scientific research</a> is currently focused on active forest management to promote the ecological, social, and economic well being of communities. His past research was focused on plant - soil interactions in the context of changing climates, restoration, and conservation. I personally really love how he uses his science knowledge to show us hidden parts of the world through the lens. Michael and I discuss some interesting topics this week, including:</p> <ul><li>Using photography as a conservation and communication tool.</li> <li>How science influences his photographic compositions.</li> <li>How photography influences his scientific research.</li> <li>How we can empower photographers to work with others to see intentional photography as a tool to protect special places.</li> <li>The impact of climate science and the changing climate on landscape photography.</li> <li>Why we think some prominent landscape photographers who rely on nature for their income have a negative view of climate science.</li> <li>... and more!</li> </ul> <p>This week I decided to keep the episode in it's entirety for free here because it felt like it would break up the conversation too much, so there is no bonus episode on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/fstopandlisten'>Patreon</a>, but your support is still appreciated!</p> <p>I hope you enjoy our conversation.</p> <p>Other items mention