HOPE

Cristina Mittermeier, Robert Redford

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Hemeria
18 November 2025

Animals & nature in art (still life, landscapes & seascapes); Photography & photographs; Individual photographers; Special kinds of photography; Other non-Christian religions

""HOPE is a manifesto of human interrelationship with Nature and gives a gentle and optimistic perspective on the environmental issues.""-Caterina De Biasio, Vogue

A MESSAGE OF HOPE FROM RENOWNED CONSERVATION PHOTOGRAPHER CRISTINA MITTERMEIER, WITH A FOREWORD BY ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVIST AND ACTOR ROBERT REDFORD.

From ocean shores and Arctic glaciers to some of the most remote indigenous communities in the world, HOPE explores humanity's relationship with the planet and possibilities for a mindful, sustainable future.

This artistic manifesto is a celebration of the beauty of our planet's biodiversity and a tribute to indigenous wisdom and stewardship, weaving photographer and marine biologist Cristina Mittermeier's personal narrative with meaningful visual stories from a journey spanning over 130 countries, across every continent. Through her lens, Mittermeier explores the complex relationships that tie us to the natural world and to each other. Her images reflect a commitment to environmental conservation, cultural preservation, and social equity.

With its radiant photography and candid prose, HOPE explores the beauty of an interconnected world: the majesty of a whale surfacing to catch its breath, the wise power of Madagascar's baobabs, and the extraordinary resilience of people like the Kayap fighting to save the Amazon rainforest.

This impressive, bilingual English-French volume is divided into six sections-Indigenous Wisdom, Oceans of Hope, Icy Realms, The After Life, Heirs to the Earth, Interconnected-and features a foreword by legendary American actor and environmental activist Robert Redford. Part of the proceeds of this book will directly benefit the people, communities and projects featured in its pages.

By (photographer): Cristina Mittermeier
Foreword by: Robert Redford
Imprint: Hemeria
Country of Publication: France
Edition: Bilingual edition
Dimensions: Height: 314mm, Width: 245mm,
ISBN: 9782490952540
ISBN 10: 2490952544
Pages: 276
Publication Date: 18 November 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Cristina ""Mitty"" Mittermeier is a renowned photographic artist whose work sits at the confluence of beauty, advocacy, and storytelling. A co-founder of the International League of Conservation Photographers and SeaLegacy, Mittermeier has dedicated her entire professional life to advocating for the preservation of biodiversity and documenting the lives of indigenous people fighting to preserve their cultures. With a background in marine biology and over three decades behind the lens, she has elevated conservation photography to the realm of fine art. Her photographs have been featured in hundreds of publications and exhibited in museums, galleries, and fairs across five continents, and her artistry has earned her numerous international accolades. Born in Mexico, Mittermeier travels around the world on conservation photography missions and is based in British Columbia along with her partner Paul Nicklen. Robert Redfordwas a legendary American actor known for classics such as Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and Out of Africa, as well as more recent Marvel blockbusters. A Hollywood icon both on screen and off, he a producer, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival. Redford was also a lover of the great outdoors and a champion for nature conservation and biodiversity campaigns. His thoughtful, passionate contribution to HOPE and support of Cristina Mittermeier and the SeaLegacy foundation are a testament to his lifelong dedication to environmental activism.

Reviews for HOPE

""Hope does not need to be merely a passive wish, it can be an active force to propel us forward, fueling our determination to defy the odds and carve our own destiny. It’s the flicker of possibility that dances in our hearts, reminding us that even when facing challenging circumstances, there exists the potential for inspiration and renewal. I am honored to join Cristina as she shares her remarkable and important work with the world."" — Robert Redford, extract from the foreword. ‘Hope’ is a manifesto of human interrelationship with Nature and gives a gentle and optimistic perspective on the environmental issues. CATERINA DE BIASIO