Climate in Focus: Conversation through the Lens of Creatives

​How do images shape the way we understand our changing world?

​Join our conversation with Derek Nielsen exploring the intersection of climate, conservation, and visual storytelling.

​Derek is a well-known professional wildlife photographer, who travels internationally for assignments and conservation-focused work. He has been featured in BBC Wildlife Magazine and Oceanographic Magazine, and has built a strong audience of more than 35,000 followers across social media. He recently returned from a photography trip in Costa Rica and would bring a strong perspective to the discussion.

​As part of Chicago Climate Week, Climate in Focus brings together voices from across photography, documentary film, environmental advocacy, and the creative industries to discuss how imagery can deepen public understanding, inspire action, and connect people to the places and issues that matter most.

​We'll explore topics including conservation photography, environmental storytelling, ecotourism, climate communication, urban nature, and the evolving role of visual media in shaping cultural conversations around sustainability.

​Whether you're a photographer, filmmaker, environmental professional, student, or simply curious about the power of storytelling, this event offers an opportunity to learn, connect, and engage with Chicago's creative and climate communities.

​Presented by Joy Vision.

​Space is limited. Registration required.