A 52-day voyage from Brooklyn to the North Pole expertly documented through the lens of photographer Leonard Sussman
‘From Brooklyn to the North Pole’ is Sussman’s latest book which showcases both the Arctic’s ethereal scenery and the increasing effects of climate change The post A 52-day voyage from Brooklyn to the North Pole expertly documented through the lens of photographer Leonard Sussman appeared first on Amateur Photographer .
In September and October of 2022, photographer Leonard Sussman undertook a 52-day expedition to the North Pole aboard the USCGC Healy icebreaker. This journey was part of the Synoptic Arctic Survey mission, sponsored by the National Science Foundation, aiming to enhance ocean monitoring and study the Arctic's ecosystem, carbon cycle, and hydrography.
Sussman, a seasoned photographer with over six decades of experience, captured the entire journey through his lens. The expedition departed from Dutch Harbor in the Aleutian Islands, covering a distance to the North Pole at 53°54’N 166°31’W. The photographer's primary strength lies in his ability to visualize and capture scenes, resulting in a collection of striking images featured in his new book 'From Brooklyn to the North Pole'.
MIT professor Rosalind Williams commented on the emotional impact of Sussman's photographs, noting their portrayal of loss and emptiness, alongside the process and conditions involved in conducting scientific research in the Arctic. The book includes Sussman's insights into the scientific processes and definitions of the various ice types encountered during the expedition, shedding light on the complexities of climate change research.
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