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January 28, 2025 59 mins

Photography with National Geographic Underwater Photographer Brian Skerry: the Secrets, Culture, and Love of Whales.

Brian Skerry is a National Geographic underwater photographer, film producer and director, public speaker, and Nikon USA Ambassador who has spent decades exploring the world’s oceans, capturing unforgettable images that bring us face to face with marine life that remind us of the awe-inspiring beauty hidden beneath the surface.

Brian’s work has graced the pages of many major publications, including National Geographic Magazine, where he has worked for more than 25 years, creating and photographing for more than 30 features, including 7 cover stories. 

In addition to working with National Geographic, he’s probably best known for his groundbreaking work on the documentary series, Secrets of the Whales and for which he won a primetime Emmy Award. The series offers a rare glimpse into the complex social lives and cultures of these majestic and intelligent marine mammals.

Notable Links:

Brian Skerry Website
Brian Skerry Instagram
Secrets of the Whales
Nauticam Underwater Camera Housings and Ports
Hartenberger Strobes and Lights
Retra Underwater Technology

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