Anne-Sophie Wichser, a Swiss nature and wildlife photographer
Welcome to my world of nature and wildlife photography. Based in Switzerland, I capture the beauty of wild landscapes and the moments that connect us to the natural world.
My beginnings
I was born in the late 1980s in the Chablais region of Switzerland, a small country at the heart of Europe, known for its postcard-worthy Alpine landscapes.
In other words, I was already in the perfect place to learn how to observe and appreciate the beauty of nature.
Today, I am a Swiss nature and wildlife photographer, sharing the beauty of wild landscapes and the creatures that inhabit them. And here is how everything started.
Between family hikes in the mountains and simple walks through the countryside (and not for sport!), I discovered and admired, from an early age, the natural world and the wildlife that inhabits it. Yet it was only much later that I began to photograph them.
Photography, a family story
My father, a journalist and passionate press photographer, passed on his love for this art to me very early on.
At twelve, I received my first film SLR — a Pentax — with which I truly discovered photography. It was a wonderful camera, and I still have it today.
With it, and thanks to my father, I learnt to prepare every shot carefully: back then, there was no burst mode and that was probably for the best! It would have been disastrous for the film anyway. Each photograph had to be considered, unique. Every one of them still carries its own story, memories and emotions.
Between nature and technology
Over the years, mountain walks have become my way of finding balance between a constantly evolving professional life, as a systems engineer, and the need to breathe, to recentre myself.
By reconnecting with nature and taking the time to observe it, my passion for wildlife and nature photography was born.
Now living between the foothills of the Alps and the Jura mountains, I am surrounded by stunning landscapes and a rich diversity of wildlife.
Photography as a Swiss nature and wildlife photographer
I often wait patiently for hours to capture animals in their natural habitat, observing their behaviour carefully to avoid disturbing them. This approach allows me to create authentic and intimate images that tell a story.
I enjoy playing with natural light and the unique moods of each season, capturing both grand landscapes and the small details that make the natural world so fascinating.
Commitment to conservation
Through my photography, I aim not only to showcase the beauty of the Swiss wilderness, but also to raise awareness about the importance of protecting fragile ecosystems and the species that depend on them.
Living between the Alps and the Jura, I am fortunate to witness a wide variety of landscapes and wildlife. From soaring mountain peaks to quiet forests, every outing offers new inspiration and photographic opportunities.
My approach
Today, as a Swiss nature and wildlife photographer, I aim to capture moments of life in their natural environment.
With these photographs, I hope to share my love for the natural world, one that we must respect and protect.
In 2014, I created this website as a showcase for my work, so that you too can discover the beauty of the world around us.
Through my images, whether they tell a story of wildlife or reveal the splendour of a landscape, I wish to raise awareness of the need to protect this fragile nature, so that future generations may also admire and cherish it.
I’m also a member of the following organizations:
- Pro Natura – The oldest nature preservation organization in Switzerland
- Vogelwarte – The Swiss Ornithological Institute
- Avenir Loup Lynx Jura – An environmental association promoting coexistence with large predators in the Jura Mountains