From sitting on a piece of wood in a tree 20 hours a day to 20 hour working days, lack of food, showers or clean clothes, plus diseases, and illness, people who assist me are disheveled wrecks once our time together is over.
Jason Edwards
Every year people ask to come on assignment with me and I'm genuinely honoured by these requests, but it's more complex than people imagine, harder than many think it could ever be, and is sadly a very rare opportunity. The reality of working in the field is very different to most peoples perception.
When I do use an assistant they are based in-country, speak the local language, have unsurpassed regional knowledge, and are experienced in the subject matter I am documenting.
I am however, passionate about my art, so here are some ways I try to sharing my knowledge and insight.
Jason is the face of National Geographic Channels's Pure Photography. These short documentaries follow him on assignment as he chronicles the world's natural wonders.
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Being mentored by Jason helps photographers improve, creatively grow and realise their photographic potential. Jason will review your image portfolio, advise you on the steps necessary to take your work to the next level and help bring clarity to your photographic process.
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I'm passionate about developing talent, so every year I run a scholarship competition for ONE emerging photographer to join me in the field.
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