Nick Brandt is an English photographer. Brandt's work generally focuses on the rapidly disappearing natural world, as a result of climate change and man's actions.
“I want to get a real sense of intimate connection with each of the animals - with that particular lion or elephant in front of me. I believe that being that close to the animal makes a huge difference in the photographers ability to reveal its personality. You wouldn't take a portrait of a human being from a hundred feet away and expect to capture their spirit; you'd move in close.”