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Thank you for visiting TONY RATH PHOTOGRAPHY. Our image library currently holds nearly 10,000 images and is constantly being updated. The entire library is computerized for easy searching and will soon be searchable online. Currently, you can request images online and we will reply via e-mail as soon as possible.
  • Biography - While natural history subjects are the strong point of this image collection, you'll find a unique personal style and outlook on photography.
  • Clients/Credits - TONY RATH PHOTOGRAPHY has built a strong list of clients and credits throughout the region.

    RESUME

    1995 to present
    Owner/Webmaster with Naturalight Productions.
    Creator of award winning websites such as Belize by Naturalight, Belize.Net, and the Belize Audubon Society.

    1989 to present
    Owner/photographer/writer with Naturalight Photography (now Tony Rath Photography).
    Concentration on environmental and conservation issues.

    1989 to 1995
    Part time Consultant/Director of Programme For Belize Marine Division.
    Partial Project List
    • WWF-USA sponsored evaluation of Belize's marine critical habitats;
    • Compilation of existing marine information on Belize;
    • Ecological survey of Jamaica's first marine park at Montego Bay;
    • Development of marine rapid ecological assessments using satellite and aerial photography in southern section of Belize Barrier Reef;
    • Assist Government of Belize with design of Conservation and Environmental Data System.

    1979 to Present
    Part time consultant to Smithsonian Institution. Provide technical assistance to visiting researchers at the Carrie Bow Cay marine lab, including:
    • Underwater photography;
    • Specimen collection/identification;
    • Monitoring of long term experiments,
    • Design of experimental equipment;
    • Field assistance as needed.

    1985 to 1988
    Marine Biologist with Chambers Group Inc. Los Angeles, Ca. Managed, designed and implemented environmental impact studies for numerous projects on the West Coast of the United States. Partial client list:
    • Army Corps of Engineers;
    • Mobile Oil Company;
    • Shell Oil Company;
    • Arco Oil Company;
    • NASA;

    1979 to 1985
    Captain/1st mate of 60' sailing vessel. During six years of sailing, navigated (celestial navigation only) over 25,000 miles in the Caribbean Sea, North Atlantic Ocean(to 62 degrees N), and the Mediterranean Sea, with Atlantic passages of 1800, 2200, and 2600 miles and ports of call in over 30 countries. Of the six years, approximately 2 years were spent cruising the Caribbean Islands.

    1978 to 1979
    Diver/Technician/Photographer for the Benthic Ecology Program and Marine Research Group at Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Investigation included blue water ecosystems, blue water plankton, and the phenomena of marine snow. Designed and managed onboard experimental programs during two Atlantic crossings.

    1977 to 1978
    Custom Color Printer for "The Darkroom" color lab in San Diego, California.

    SPECIAL SKILLS

    • Scuba Diving
      • Basic Certificate
      • Open Water Certificate
      • Scripps Institution of Oceanography Research Diving Certificate.
      • UDT/SEAL military training.
    • Flying 1974-1976 private gliding license at USAFA.
    • Small and medium boat handling.
    • Ham Radio operator (N0EHO/V31LO).

    ENVIRONMENTAL WORK

    • Member of the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary Advisory Committee - 1988 to 1992:
    • Member/Vice President of the Board of Directors for the Belizean Tourism Industry Association - 1989 to 1991
    • Member of Board of Directors of the Belize Center for Environmental Studies; 1990 to 1992
    • Marine Consultant/Underwater cameraman for Channel 5 Television, Belize City; 1990 to present
    • Volunteer environmental consultant to Belize Audubon Society.

    PERSONAL INTERESTS

    • Caving,
    • Writing
    • Conservation
    • Travel
    • Computer programming/animation
    • Exploring and documenting natural areas of scenic or conservation importance.

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    PARTIAL CLIENT/CREDIT LIST

    Tony Rath Photography has built a reputation in Belize and the region as a professional that delivers. Following is a partial client list:

    Clients

    • World Wide Fund for Nature-International
    • World Wide Fund for Nature-USA
    • The Smithsonian Institution
    • United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)
    • Government of Belize
    • Belize Telecommunication Ltd.
    • Shell Oil Company
    • Atlantic Insurance Co.
    • Ramada Royal Reef Resort
    • Biltmore Plaza Hotel
    • The Earth Foundation
    • Chaa Creek Cottages Resort
    • Pelican Beach Resort
    • APA Insight Guides
    • Belize Audubon Society

    Credits

    • Ranger Rick magazine
    • ZooLife
    • Animals
    • WWF-USA
    • Sea Frontiers
    • OnBoard (TACA airlines)
    • APA Insight Guide to Belize
    • APA Insight Guide to Cuba
    • The Nature Conservancy Magazine
    • Wildlife Conservation Magazine
    • Caribbean Sports & Travel
    • Quest
    • The Smithsonian Institution OCEANS traveling exhibit

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