Wildlife conservation photographer Kristi Odom shares her life-long passion for nature through photography and filmmaking. She believes that photography has the power to connect people to wildlife and inspires others to follow suit using their own camera. As a Nikon Ambassador and Associate Fellow of the International League of Conservation Photographers, she understands the importance of possessing a reliable set of tools and trusts the Atomos Ninja V to further enhance the capabilities of her camera.
As someone who admired photography from an early age, Kristi expressed a curiosity in the field when she first discovered her grandfather’s camera. She went on to study electrical engineering while developing her talents as a photographer for her college student newspaper. It wasn’t until later, when Kristi graduated with a fine arts degree in Australia, that her passion for wildlife began to flourish. “From this moment I fell more in love with wildlife and developed a true dedication for the arts.”
Having amassed more than 60 international photography awards with images featuring either online or in print in Rolling Stone, National Geographic, and at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, Kristi now shares her photography expertise with others. She travels the world delivering educational workshops to budding and professional photographers with the aim of emotionally connecting them to animals, wildlife, and the natural wonders of the earth. She encourages her participants to learn a range of skills to help get the best out of their images, including utilising the correct tools and adjusting camera settings. “It’s such a rewarding experience developing the next generation of storytellers. I love being able to use a camera to serve and protect the planet, while teaching others how to help protect the wildlife and animals,” says Kristi.