Wild Planet Exhibit
Robert's winning photograph Stormy Ice Sculpture from the
Wildlife Photographer of the Year will be included in a special
"Wild Planet" outdoor exhibit opening March of 2010 in Brighton UK,
which will then travel the UK and around the world. His
photograph will also appear in the coffee table book entitled "Wild
Planet".
Antarctica Expedition
Robert has just returned from Antarctica on an expedition to the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula. He is currently working on releasing these new images of landscapes and wildlife for the gallery and website.
California Book Project
Robert announces that his California book is currently being published. Over ten years in the making, “California” will be the largest most complete coffee table book ever created on the natural beauty of the state. The book will be available in June 2010.
Africa Expedition
Robert has just returned from Africa on a month-long expedition to Namibia, Botswana, and Zambia. He is currently working on releasing these new images of landscapes and wildlife for the gallery and website.
Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital Donation
Robert Knight donates a large collection of forty-six large framed photographs to Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford. The hospital is a world-class, non-profit hospital devoted entirely to the care of babies, children, adolescents and expectant mothers. Often the patients at the hospital have serious often times terminal illnesses. Robert’s significant contribution of framed photographs will be exhibited in several locations throughout the hospital. “I hope my photographs of nature make these children’s lives just a little bit better for being part of their world. I hope they provide some happiness and inspiration for the children with most severe healthcare challenges.”
YMCA Donation
Robert donates seventeen large framed photographs to YMCA in Salinas California in support of their arts program and to encourage children to be inspired by the arts. The work will remain as a permanent exhibition at the center.
Boys and Girls Club Donation
Robert Knight donates twelve framed photographs to the Boys and Girls Club of Seaside. Some of the photographs will remain on permanent display at the club, and others will be donated to raise money for the organization.
Earth Expeditions
Robert Knight launches “Earth Expeditions” a travel company leading photographic expeditions worldwide. Offering sensational itineraries, participants are immersed in the finest of environments with the opportunity to experience and document the world’s wildlife and wild places with the guidance of expert instruction.
The company’s philosophy:
Celebrate Life. Capture the Moment. ™
To view a list of current expeditions - click here
Awards
“Poppy Reflections”- Winner –of the Small World Spectaculars award in the prestigious Windland Smith Rice International Awards hosted by Nature’s Best Magazine. Robert’s work will be exhibited at the Smithsonian Museum in Washington DC from November 8th, 2008 through May 3rd, 2009.
“Pelican Sunset”, selected as winning image in the 2008
National Geographic/PDN- World in Focus contest.
“Pacific Storm Surf” and “Stormy Ice Sculpture” are winning images selected for a special group exhibit at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. The “Ocean Views” exhibit was organized by Nature’s Best Photography in celebration of the new Oceans Hall at the museum. Robert’s work will be exhibited at the museum until October 26, 2008.
To see a list of more Awards - click here
It’s a Boy!
Robert and Lynde Knight have a happy, healthy baby boy Emerson Robert Knight, born August 20th, 2008.
California Wildlife
New work of California wildlife including: Mountain Lions, Black Bear, Bobcat, Red Fox, Coyote, Bald Eagles, Whales, Sea otters, and much more can now be viewed at the gallery.
China Tigers & Panda’s
New work of Siberian Tigers and Giant Pandas from Robert’s recent trip to China can now be viewed at the gallery.
Big Sur Marathon
Robert completes 26.2 mile marathon in beautiful Big Sur.
Sundance Film Festival
Robert invited to attend Sundance Film Festival.
Robert Knight wins prestigious Award
We are delighted to share with you that the photograph "Stormy Ice Sculpture" was awarded the Winner of the Wild Places award in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition 2007.
The competition is considered the most prestigious in the world, this year with over 32,000 entries from 78 countries. The BBC and Natural History Museum host the competition. Robert has just returned from London where he received his award at a very special awards ceremony at the Museum. His photograph will be on display through a traveling exhibit to museums around the world in 2008.
Gallery Remodel
The Robert Knight Carmel-by-the-Sea gallery has just re-opened after an extensive remodel. A beautiful new showcase to exhibit Robert’s fine art photography, please come visit us in beautiful Carmel to view the gallery and Robert's new work.
John Muir Trail
Robert has recently returned from hiking and documenting the 230-mile John Muir trail in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. The trail begins in Yosemite National Park, passing through Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National parks and through Sierra and Inyo National forests. The JMT passes through spectacular wilderness of 13,000- 14,000 ft. peaks, lakes and canyons absent of a crossing road for 220 miles.
The trip took over a year to prepare for, as Robert and team would carry 200 pounds of photography and filming equipment on the expedition. At mile 170 Robert encountered a severe snowstorm, and the support crew decided they could not continue. Robert continued on alone with a 55-pound pack in sometimes waist deep snow completing the last 60 miles and tallest mountain passes in fresh snow. The last evening Robert climbed by full moonlight up the sparkling 14,500 ft. Mt. Whitney to complete the John Muir Trail. Robert comments: “It was one of the most pristine and beautiful environments I have been privileged to document."
IPA Awards
Robert receives over twenty international photography awards in 2007. |
