Until We Act — Aerial Archive of the Changing Himalayas
The Mountains Will Keep Changing
The Himalayas are melting faster than ever. Glaciers retreat, lakes expand, and landscapes once eternal now shift within a single generation. Until We Act is a long-term visual and cinematic mission to preserve the Himalayan story through ultra high-resolution aerial photography, open-door helicopter missions, and immersive documentary film.
This project captures the vanishing ice, memory, and balance; transforming it into a cultural and environmental archive for the world.
Over three years, Until We Act will cover every major Himalayan range across Nepal: Everest, Annapurna, Kanchenjunga, Dolpo, and beyond. Using medium format camera systems and advanced stabilization platforms, we will create thousands of still images and moving sequences from air and ground.
Each photograph becomes more than art as an evidence of change and a call to action. Together, they will form the largest fine-art and scientific visual record of the Himalayas ever attempted.
Billions depend on Himalayan water systems for survival. As glaciers collapse and lakes burst, the future of entire ecosystems hangs in the balance. Until We Act bridges art, science, and awareness; transforming visual beauty into global urgency.
Our goal is to create a permanent archive accessible to researchers, educators, and storytellers while inspiring public dialogue through exhibitions, publications, and film.
Grand Exhibition in Kathmandu: Monumental black-and-white prints, immersive design, and press coverage.
Fine Art Book: A collectible publication of rare aerial photographs printed on archival paper.
Documentary Film: A cinematic journey revealing the making of the project and the realities of climate change in the Himalayas.
Legacy Digital Archive: Open-access data for researchers, universities, and environmental agencies.
Educational and Awareness Programs: Collaborations with schools, embassies, and global partners.
Partnership Opportunities
Until We Act welcomes collaboration from broadcasters, donors, and technology partners who believe in the power of visual storytelling.
Ideal Partners:
Environmental and Climate Funds (UNEP, EU, ICIMOD, IDRC, GEF)
Streaming Platforms (National Geographic, BBC, Netflix, Apple TV+, Discovery)
Imaging and Aviation Partners (Hasselblad, Fujifilm, DJI, ShotOver, Heli Everest)
Foundations and Philanthropists supporting cultural preservation and environmental resilience
Production and Stewardship
Lead Custodian: Gehendra Dhimal Foundation | Managing transparency, accountability, and cultural stewardship.
Project Director: Gautam Dhimal | Leading creative direction, field operations, and photography.
Production Partner: Location Nepal | Overseeing permits, logistics, helicopter coordination, and on-ground crew safety.
Together, these partners ensure operational excellence and ethical field practices throughout the Himalayan region.
How You Can Help
Your support can fund flight hours, field operations, post-production, and global awareness campaigns. Each contribution fuels the creation of the most comprehensive visual record of the Himalayas — a record that belongs to all humanity.
Join the mission.
Support the archive.
Be part of history before it disappears.
Himalayan aerial photography, open door helicopter photography Nepal, climate change visual archive, glacial retreat Himalayas, environmental documentary Nepal, Himalaya fine art photography, medium format aerial camera systems, climate awareness project Nepal, environmental art collaborations, global donors for climate storytelling, Himalayan conservation photography, aerial cinematography for documentary, Location Nepal production services, Gehendra Dhimal Foundation climate initiatives, Kathmandu fine art exhibition, Nepal helicopter photography project
FAQ - Until We Act
What is “Until We Act”?
Until We Act is a long-term cultural and environmental initiative led by photographer and producer Gautam Dhimal, in collaboration with the Gehendra Dhimal Foundation and Location Nepal. The project aims to build the most complete ultra-high-resolution visual archive of the Himalayas ever produced, combining fine-art photography, aerial cinematography, and climate documentation.
Why is this project important?
Because the Himalayas are changing faster than any other mountain range on Earth. Until We Act transforms this crisis into visual evidence; creating awareness through art, film, and education that can move audiences, policymakers, and future generations toward climate action.
What makes the project unique?
It merges scientific observation with emotional storytelling. Every image is captured from open-door helicopter flights and extreme altitudes using medium-format imaging systems, blending precision with poetry.
Who are the partners involved?
The Gehendra Dhimal Foundation oversees stewardship and outreach. Location Nepal manages aerial logistics, film permits, and field production. Fantastic Film & Photography Dubai, MORPH Magazine, and Guided Photography Tours contribute creative and educational collaboration.
Where will the images and films be exhibited?
The first grand exhibition is planned in Kathmandu, followed by touring exhibitions and educational installations in Europe, the UAE, and the United States, with a global publication and digital archive.
How can organizations, brands, or institutions participate?
Through sponsorship, co-production, grants, or in-kind collaboration in equipment, logistics, or media platforms. All partners receive tailored global visibility and access to co-branded environmental storytelling content.
Is this connected to any ongoing research or awareness program?
Yes. The project supports and visually complements regional efforts on Himalayan climate resilience, glacial retreat documentation, and environmental advocacy that align with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and global climate awareness campaigns.
Can individuals support the mission?
Absolutely. Collectors, art patrons, and enthusiasts can purchase limited-edition fine art prints or contribute through the Gehendra Dhimal Foundation to help fund upcoming aerial missions and field documentation.
Until We Act project, Himalayan climate archive, Himalaya aerial photography, Himalaya film project, Nepal helicopter photography, high altitude aerial photography, climate change documentary Himalayas, glacial retreat Himalayas, Himalayan glaciers photography, fine art aerial photography Nepal, environmental art project Himalayas, global climate storytelling, mountain conservation visual project, climate resilience documentation, glacier melt photo archive, environmental awareness exhibition, global warming Himalayas, water crisis documentation Himalaya, aerial cinematography Nepal, documentary film Nepal Himalayas, open door helicopter film Nepal, environmental photographer Gautam Dhimal, Gehendra Dhimal Foundation climate project, Location Nepal aerial production, Fantastic Film & Photography Dubai production services, MORPH Magazine environment issue, Guided Photography Tours Himalayas, Nepal climate expedition, UN SDG 13 Climate Action project, sustainable mountain development Himalaya, scientific collaboration Nepal climate, climate impact storytelling, mountain heritage documentation, Himalayan environmental awareness, global donors environment project, environmental art installation Nepal, aerial fine art collector edition, global media environment project, helicopter expedition Himalaya, climate adaptation visual archive, Himalaya crisis awareness campaign, international environmental art project, aerial mapping Himalaya, high-altitude photography, global partnership environment, cultural heritage Himalaya, eco diplomacy Nepal Himalayas, sustainable expedition photography, climate art collaboration, glacial awareness movement, nature conservation through photography, global climate communication, mountain culture preservation, aerial photographer South Asia, environmental filmmaker Nepal, documentary producer Nepal, NGO environment Nepal, climate activism Himalaya, humanitarian environment project, UNESCO mountain heritage, World Bank climate initiative Nepal, ICIMOD collaboration Himalayas, National Geographic Nepal photographer, BBC Earth Himalayas, Netflix documentary Himalayas, Apple TV+ environment series, Discovery Channel Himalayas, photography exhibition Kathmandu, fine art photography exhibition Nepal, Himalayan documentary funding, helicopter charter Nepal photography, international donors Himalayas, climate photography grants, environmental art funding Himalayas