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American Focus > Blog > Culture and Arts > In His New Book, Photographer Zed Nelson Lifts the Veil on ‘The Anthropocene Illusion’ — Colossal
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In His New Book, Photographer Zed Nelson Lifts the Veil on ‘The Anthropocene Illusion’ — Colossal

Last updated: May 13, 2025 9:22 am
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In the iconic 1985 film “Out of Africa,” starring Meryl Streep and Robert Redford, there is a memorable scene where the pair enjoys a romantic picnic overlooking the vast Masai Mara National Reserve. Today, tourists have the opportunity to recreate this picturesque moment in a colonial-inspired champagne picnic experience, complete with local Maasai tribesmen adding an authentic touch to the setting, as acclaimed photographer Zed Nelson explains.

In his latest book, “The Anthropocene Illusion,” Nelson takes readers on a global journey that sheds light on our perception of wilderness and our increasingly complex relationship with the environment. He delves into the concept of the Anthropocene, a term used to describe the profound impact humans have had on the environment. This era, characterized by rapid environmental changes, is marked by the Industrial Revolution by some, while others argue that it began in 1945 with the testing of the atomic bomb.

As societies have evolved, our interactions with the natural world have become more extractive and damaging. From heavy manufacturing to the widespread use of plastics and advanced technology, our reliance on the Earth’s resources has intensified. Nelson highlights how our colonialist tendencies extend to nature, shaping it to fit our own needs and desires.

Nelson’s work exposes the stark reality behind the façade of untouched wilderness that we often romanticize. Through his photographs, he captures surreal moments that reveal the artificiality of our interactions with nature. From artificial snow cannons in the Italian Dolomites to tourists admiring mountain vistas in overcrowded national parks, the images portray a world where the line between reality and illusion is blurred.

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One striking example is the “Walk with Lions” tourist experience in South Africa, where half-tame lions are paraded as entertainment for visitors. These animals, once wild and free, now serve as performers in a staged version of nature that caters to human entertainment.

Nelson’s thought-provoking series, “The Anthropocene Illusion,” recently won first place in the professional category of the Sony World Photography Awards. His book, which is set to be released this month, is available for pre-order in the Guest Editions shop. Ten percent of the profits from the book will be donated to Friends of the Earth, an environmental justice nonprofit.

Through his work, Nelson challenges us to confront the uncomfortable truths about our impact on the environment and the illusions we create to mask the damage. By capturing these moments of incongruity and distortion, he compels us to rethink our relationship with nature and strive for a more sustainable future.

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