Thomas Marent

Nature lover? Check. Photography enthusiast? Absolutely. That’s Thomas in a nutshell. Born in Switzerland in 1966, his fascination with the outdoors started young. When he got his first camera at 16, these two passions truly collided.

A life-changing trip to an Australian rainforest at 23 sealed the deal. The sights, sounds, and wildlife were unlike anything he’d ever experienced. “I was hooked,” he says. That trip sparked a lifelong mission to explore rainforests worldwide.

Publishing a book showcasing these ecosystems became his dream. Around 1996, he began getting his photos published in magazines and calendars, turning his hobby into a thriving career. His dream came true in 2006 with his book “Rainforest,” now translated into 15 languages. He followed up with several more books like “Butterfly” and “Frog,” showcasing rainforest diversity.

Beyond capturing stunning images, Thomas participates in butterfly conservation in Switzerland and, since 2013, has led wildlife photography tours to tropical destinations.

While achieving his dream book was a major milestone, Thomas’s bigger goal is rainforest preservation. “Rainforests are Earth’s greatest treasures,” he says, “and losing them is heartbreaking. We have the power to protect them, and that’s a responsibility we all share.”