Wildlife and Underwater Cinematographer
My Octopus Teacher, Our Oceans, Our Planet, Blue Planet 2 and 3.
I am an underwater cinematographer best known for my work on Blue Planet 2, Our Oceans, Our Planet and the Oscar-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher.
I have worked from the frozen poles to the warm tropics and am fluent in open-water and benthic macro sequence work.
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Ocean Footage Mastery
I have launched an Ocean Cinematography Mentorship Program designed to teach the exact methods and techniques I use to craft underwater imagery for shows like Our Oceans, My Octopus Teacher, and Blue Planet II.
Stock Archive
Over the last decade, I have shot underwater and topside footage of the natural world, available for licensing for your productions. All footage listed was shot in 4K and above on RED cameras.
The Craft of Encounter
Out of my experience of filming sequences for the very best production companies in the world, I have developed a series of talks which share what it takes to perform at the highest level while filming animals as diverse as great white sharks, crocodiles and miniature blennies.
The Ocean Footage Mastery Program
Turn Your Ocean Encounters into High-Value Cinematic Content
I have launched an Ocean Cinematography Mentorship Program designed to teach the exact methods and techniques I use to craft underwater imagery for shows like Our Oceans, My Octopus Teacher, and Blue Planet II.
Mentorship Program
We’re looking for skilled divers with access to dive locations and compelling animal behaviours. If you're motivated and passionate about documenting the underwater world, you'll be prioritised for inclusion in the program
Admission Criteria
Once your application has been reviewed and I am confident you have the right foundational skills to get the most out of the Program, you can start immediately. The Program combines online self-paced teaching modules with Q&A sessions led by me.
When Can You Start?
Submit your pre-qualification form to express your interest and take the first step toward joining this community.
Filmography Highlights
I’ve collaborated with incredible teams to bring captivating wildlife series and documentaries to life. From the depths of the ocean to the shallows of the shore, these projects have showcased the awe-inspiring beauty of our planet’s wildlife, bringing it to screens big and small for audiences worldwide.
Our Oceans
I worked full-time on this series over a three-year period as one of two dedicated underwater cameramen. This series explores the planet's lifeblood, oceans, which hide countless mysteries - from balmy Indian waters and fiery Atlantic depths to the Ring of Fire-encircled Pacific and frigid Southern and Arctic seas.
My Octopus Teacher
Played an instrumental role in the filming of 'My Octopus Teacher', which went on to win an Oscar for Best Documentary in 2021. The film's success highlighted the intricate relationships within marine ecosystems and underscored the importance of storytelling in conservation efforts.
Animal
Contributed two sequences to the Netflix series "Animal," produced by Plimsoll Productions. This involvement showcased the ability to capture the essence and behavior of marine life, contributing to the series' aim of highlighting the emotional and instinctual connections between animals and their environments.
Dolphin Reef
Discover how our incredible living planet operates. See how sunlight, weather, ocean currents and volcanoes all work together in an intricate balancing act to shape and support the great diversity of life on Planet Earth.
Our Planet
Played a role in the visual storytelling of "Our Planet," resulting in a nomination for Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program at the 2019 Prime Time Emmy Awards, alongside Jamie McPherson. This nomination underscored the series' commitment to showcasing the natural world's beauty and fragility through cinematic excellence.
Life On Our Planet
Worked on a sequence for the opening episode of this series for producer Adam Chapman, filming baitballs off the coast of South Africa. The purpose of the sequence was to establish the assemblage of life forms that have evolved over the last 3.7 billion years. Drone footage shot with Stefan Van Zyl.
Into The Okavango
Narrated and starred in this 1 hour documentary which tells the story of Didier Noirot and his quest to film nile crocodiles underwater in the Okavango Delta. The film was directed and produced by Craig and Damon Foster, and marked the beginning of a fifteen year collaboration.
Perfect Planet
Discover how our incredible living planet operates. See how sunlight, weather, ocean currents and volcanoes all work together in an intricate balancing act to shape and support the great diversity of life on Planet Earth.
Blue Planet 2
Contributed as a key cinematographer across four of the six main episodes, collaborating closely with producers Jonathan Smith, Katheryn Jeffs, and Joe Steven. Recognised for exceptional work with a BAFTA for Outstanding Cinematography in 2018, highlighting the series' visual impact and storytelling through underwater imagery.