Experts
Sebastian Copeland
Photographer
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It’s important not to be an alarmist, but it’s important to be alarmed, Copeland says. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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What is the gap between understanding and action?
Two years ago, environmental consciousness was a luxury, says Copeland. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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What is a reasonable way to be environmentally conscious?
Ultimately, it’s about self-preservation. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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Can technology fix climate change?
It’s what got us into the mess to begin with Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Science & Tech
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Is business better equipped to address climate change than government?
We need to engage the political end of the spectrum, Copeland says. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Business & Economics
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Whose responsibility is climate change?
We need business, government and individuals to cooperate actively, Copeland says. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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Is climate change a passing fad?
There’s a danger that this too will fade in our consciousness, Copeland says. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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Does it take sleek packaging for us to pay attention to the environment?
It took far more than that, Copeland says. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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Is it fair to ask developing countries to go green?
It’s hard to have a dialogue of conservation when renewable energy technology is still in its infancy, says Copeland Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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Is American culture inherently wasteful?
Americans, Copeland says, have become complacement. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Politics & Policy
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Human nature is an illusion. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Belief
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What forces have shaped humanity most?
Human kind needs to emerge from its current adolescence, Copeland says. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In World
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After photographing the human footprint on Antarctica, Copeland believes the planet will be fine; it’s the rest of us he’s worried about. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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How does Copeland know when and what to shoot? What kind of cameras does he use? Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Environment
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What is your creative process?
It begins with discovery. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Inspiration & Wisdom
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Copeland on the difference between scenic beauty and portraiture. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Arts & Culture
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How do you explain Americans’ fascination with gossip and celebrity?
The array of outlets and amount of disposable income we have made our gossip consumption mind-boggling, says Copeland. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Politics & Policy
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Sebastian Copeland on Sex and Photography
Sebastian Copeland on the business of seduction Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Arts & Culture, Love, Sex, & Happiness
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Is photographing celebrities different than photographing models?
Celebrities are much more protective of their image, Copeland says. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In Arts & Culture
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How did you get into photography?
Photography, Copeland says, found him. Read More
March 6, 2008 | In History
Sebastian Copeland is a photographer and environmental activist. Copeland grew up in France and Britain, and graduated from UCLA in 1987 with a major in film. Throughout the 1990’s, Copeland directed commercials – everything from soft drinks to sportswear – as well as music videos. He is also known for his celebrity portraiture; he’s taken pictures of Sandra Bullock, Kate Bosworth, and Orlando Bloom (who is also his cousin), among others. In recent years, Copeland has focused on environmental activism. He serves on the Board of Directors of Global Green USA and recently published Antarctica: The Global Warning
