{"title":"Guadalupe Laiz","description":"\u003cp\u003eGuadalupe Laiz crafts evocative narratives deeply rooted in the natural world and cultural landscapes. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eEchoes of the Pack\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland\u003c\/em\u003e, transport readers to vivid, often remote settings, exploring the intricate relationships between humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteeped in a rich appreciation for arts and culture, Laiz’s writing invites reflection on tradition, environment, and identity. Through lyrical prose and immersive storytelling, her books offer both a celebration and contemplation of the places and creatures that inspire her. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"in-the-land-of-fire-and-ice-by-guadalupe-laiz-9781875498420","title":"In the Land of Fire and Ice","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland: In the Land of Fire and Ice\u003c\/em\u003e is photographer Guadalupe Laiz's second book celebrating her love for Iceland and its horses. In this follow-up book, Laiz widens her lens to not only capture the horses but to showcase the rugged, harsh, and unpredictable environment that has shaped the character of these animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the interaction between the horses and their epic terrain that tells the whole story, with incredibly beautiful images that exceed the imagination. Laiz's colour and black-and-white portraits of the majestic Icelandic horses are poetry in motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor this second publication, Laiz undertook a more ambitious production, collaborating with local horse breeders to capture the horses in iconic and breathtaking locations—from the famous Skógafoss blanketed with snow to the active Fagradalsfjall volcano, and galloping across black sand beaches and glaciers, and with waterfalls, tundra, and fierce ocean backdrops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaiz's work invites viewers to experience an intimate connection with the mystical horses, as she skillfully juxtaposes their wild power and inherent softness, creating images with a profound sense of emotion. \u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland: In the Land of Fire and Ice\u003c\/em\u003e includes a special note signed by the artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUTHOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guadalupe Laiz is an international artist, photographer, and explorer. Her passion for wildlife photography was sparked by a profound connection with the indigenous horses of Iceland, which ignited a pursuit of capturing the untamed spirit of animals in her photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaiz's first book, \u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland\u003c\/em\u003e (2019), is being reprinted by The Images Publishing Group, which also published her second book, \u003cem\u003eAmong the Living, Where You Belong\u003c\/em\u003e (2023) showcasing the magnificent wildlife photography taken by Laiz in Kenya, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Rwanda, and Uganda over the course of six years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaiz's evocative imagery serves as a call to action, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts. She has partnered with nonprofits involved with environmental issues, animal abuse, and human-animal conflicts in Africa, such as The Dian Fossey Foundation, Save Giraffes Now, and Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, as well as undertaken humanitarian work for 4africa in South Sudan and northern Uganda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDriven by the belief that art and beauty transform how people think about conservation and nature, Guadalupe focuses on the environment and animals that are pure and gentle by their very nature. Her desire is to communicate through art an awareness of animal abuse, environmental issues, and the importance of educating all generations on making conscious lifestyle decisions to protect our planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSELLING POINTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFilled with colour and black-and-white images of Icelandic horses in their powerful, rugged, and harsh environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTo capture the breathtaking locations, Laiz worked with local horse owners, trainers, and breeders to transport the horses to renowned and majestic locations. This contrasts with Laiz's first book, which she undertook on her own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet in a stunning large-format book, the images represent five years of visits to Iceland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA truly exquisite and carefully curated selection of photographs, \u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland: In the Land of Fire and Ice\u003c\/em\u003e will become a prized addition to any collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLaiz collaborated with Thriann Kolbeinsson, who captured the drone photography featured in the book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46764733956332,"sku":"9781875498420","price":270.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20853753482855.jpg?v=1756263291"},{"product_id":"horses-of-iceland-by-guadalupe-laiz-9781923094000","title":"Horses of Iceland","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland\u003c\/em\u003e is photographer Guadalupe Laiz's first book celebrating her love for Iceland, its people, and its horses. Taken over a period of five years, Laiz's photographs are a portrait of the beauty and gentleness of the Icelandic horses in their natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this superb large-format volume, first published in 2019, Laiz captures the beauty and strength of the Icelandic horses in a compelling pictorial journey. Her sensitive photography showcases the inherent nature of the horses in intimate portraits and against Iceland's dramatic landscapes. The magnificent colour and black-and-white images present the horses in fine detail, bringing the majestic animals to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaiz invites readers to share her love for Iceland, its people, and the horses. She has since returned to Iceland numerous times to photograph the horses for her follow-up publication. In \u003cem\u003eIn the Land of Fire and Ice: Horses of Iceland\u003c\/em\u003e (2025), Laiz widens her lens not only to capture the horses but to showcase the rugged, harsh, and unpredictable environment that has shaped the character of these animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guadalupe Laiz is an international artist, photographer, and explorer. Her passion for wildlife photography was sparked by a profound connection with the indigenous horses of Iceland, which ignited a pursuit of capturing the untamed spirit of animals in her photography. Laiz's first book, \u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland\u003c\/em\u003e (2019), has been reprinted by The Images Publishing Group, which also published her second book, \u003cem\u003eAmong the Living, Where You Belong\u003c\/em\u003e (2023), showcasing the magnificent wildlife photography taken by Laiz in Kenya, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Rwanda, and Uganda over six years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her third book, \u003cem\u003eIn the Land of Fire and Ice: Horses of Iceland\u003c\/em\u003e (2025), Laiz widens her lens to further showcase the rugged, harsh, and unpredictable environment that has shaped the character of these animals. She is also photographing polar bears and sled dogs near the North Pole for her next book, \u003cem\u003eThe Lonely Wanderer\u003c\/em\u003e, and producing an accompanying short film in collaboration with Thrainn Kolbeinsson. Laiz's evocative imagery serves as a call to action, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaiz has partnered with nonprofits involved with environmental issues, animal abuse, and human-animal conflicts in Africa, such as The Dian Fossey Foundation, Save Giraffes Now, and Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. She has also undertaken humanitarian work for 4africa in South Sudan and northern Uganda. Driven by the belief that art and beauty transform how people think about conservation and nature, Guadalupe focuses on the environment and animals that are pure and gentle by their very nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer desire is to communicate through art an awareness of animal abuse, environmental issues, and the importance of educating all generations on making conscious lifestyle decisions to protect our planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePresents approximately 300 magnificent photographs of Iceland's spirited horses in both intimate portraits and against dramatic landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes fascinating historical and background information about this special breed of horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLaiz recounts behind-the-scenes stories of her experiences capturing some of the startling candid moments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor fans of wildlife photography, nature conservation, exploration travel, and anyone who admires and appreciates the sublime presence and pure beauty of the majestic Icelandic horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47351237181676,"sku":"9781923094000","price":250.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19351123482872.jpg?v=1772505358"},{"product_id":"echoes-of-the-pack-by-guadalupe-laiz-9781923094314","title":"Echoes of the Pack","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated over three years in Pond Inlet, Iqaluit, and Qikiqtarjuaq (Qik), this latest book by photographer Guadalupe Laiz focuses on the Arctic dogs, the guardians and partners to the Inuit, on Baffin Island. Stationed farthest from town, left alone on the ice to camp and watch for bears, these individuals are largely unseen and rarely photographed. They live in prolonged isolation, tethered to the sea ice on the edges of Inuit communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGuadalupe's stark and evocative black-and-white photographs and select colour images are simple and direct, without drama or embellishment. Throughout the book, short poetic texts are written from both the artist's perspective and imagined points of view of the dogs themselves—voices that reflect endurance, patience, labour, and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchoes of the Pack\u003c\/em\u003e brings visibility to a remote and complex subject, shining a light on the Arctic dog—among the strongest and hardiest animals on the planet—who endure one of the harshest environments on Earth. It does so without judgment, and with respect for Inuit culture and leadership, fully acknowledging the history, hardship, and resilience of Inuit communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUTHOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guadalupe Laiz is a fine art photographer and explorer born and raised in Argentina whose work explores the relationship between humans, animals, and the natural world. Known for her evocative imagery and commitment to conservation, her practice bridges art and storytelling, capturing wildlife with intimacy, restraint, and deep respect. Over more than two decades, Laiz has photographed animals across some of the world's most remote and fragile ecosystems, developing a body of work that balances beauty with ethical awareness. Her published books include \u003cem\u003eHorses of Iceland\u003c\/em\u003e (2018, teNeues), \u003cem\u003eAmong the Living Where You Belong\u003c\/em\u003e (2023), and \u003cem\u003eIn the Land of Fire and Ice\u003c\/em\u003e (2025), both published by Images Publishing. She is also continuing \u003cem\u003eThe Lonely Wanderer\u003c\/em\u003e, an ongoing project on polar bears in the Arctic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSELLING POINTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEchoes of the Pack\u003c\/em\u003e brings visibility to Arctic dogs, whose lives are rarely discussed or accurately represented.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGuadalupe shares this collection to reveal the beauty and importance of the remote corners of our planet and the unique animals that call it home. It is intended that the book will stir empathy and conversation about this complex subject, and encourage thoughtful, compassionate care for these dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFor fans of exploration travel, animal photography, the Arctic, and thought-provoking photography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48334608269548,"sku":"9781923094314","price":200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781923094314-echoes-of-the-pack-1.jpg?v=1788919292"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/guadalupe-laiz.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}