Chasing Ice

In pursuit of capturing climate change through photography, James Balog, a National Geographic photographer, found himself enthralled by the world of ice. This fascination led to a cover story on glaciers for the magazine which soon garnered significant attention and readership, becoming one of the most widely-read pieces in the last five years. However, for Balog, this assignment was just the starting point of an extensive, monumental project that would span over time. He embarked on a journey to document the rapid disappearance of glaciers worldwide, capturing their transformation and eventual demise on camera. As his work progresses, Balog delves deeper into the consequences of climate change and our impact on the natural world, offering a poignant visual narrative that raises vital questions about our future.