Behind the Shot: Episode 1
Photographing the Real Life of Bees
Anand Varma works to tell the story behind the science of everything from primate behavior and hummingbird biomechanics to amphibian disease and forest ecology. His groundbreaking photography has enabled him to portray complex science in original and compelling ways. In this episode, we go behind the lens with Varma as he attempts to capture the iconic shot of a honeybee emerging from a brood cell for the first time. This project marked a turning point in Varma’s career, allowing him to explore new frontiers to make the most macro of science, accessible to us all.