Geduld und Respekt

After the success of his book "Lebensraum grosser Strom," Thomas Hinsche now presents a second volume featuring his magnificent animal photographs. In a preceding interview, he describes his work and intentions. Separate chapters are devoted to kingfishers, sparrows, and hoopoes in this volume, which serves as a best-of collection of the photographer and committed conservationist. Thomas Hinsche understands patience and respect as prerequisites for his award-winning work. His animal photographs are a powerful plea to treat our environment with care and responsibility. He developed his passion for nature early on, roaming the countryside with his father and grandfather, both of whom were ornithologists dedicated to animal protection.

Thomas Hinsche has created countless images that are ideally suited to raise awareness of the need to protect animals. He does not simply snap away; he approaches his subjects carefully and patiently, often studying the animals' habits for days beforehand. For him, photography is a medium to showcase the beauty and biodiversity of the respective landscape, arousing curiosity and generating interest. In this respect, Thomas Hinsche's impressive photographs serve as an active contribution to nature conservation and environmental protection. They possess astonishing beauty, allowing the images to speak for themselves without imposing messages. With meticulous attention and thoughtful discipline, they teach us to see differently and sharpen our perception of what is special in our vicinity. In a world overwhelmed by constant impressions, they provide a means to focus on the essential, discover larger contexts, and practice deceleration. For this volume, Thomas Hinsche has compiled his favorite images from his extensive collection of photographs taken throughout the German-speaking world.