Camera Meets a Shark
A camera meeting a shark sounds like the start of a joke—or the beginning of a story. That’s exactly what this blog is about: tales of adventure, conservation, and discovery aimed at building an emotional connection between people and marine life.
Here, I share field stories, encounters, short reflections, and the incredible people and organizations shaping the ocean’s future. Whether it’s a shark encounter, a dive with rays, or a moment of insight from the field, every post offers a glimpse into the world beneath the surface—and the journey of those working to protect it.
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Early Trip Report for the 2024–2025 Bull Shark Season at Playa del Carmen
An unusually early start to the bull shark season in Playa del Carmen has brought excitement—and uncertainty. From early chumming to a brief disappearance of the sharks, this first look at the 2024–2025 season explores what might be driving these changes and what divers can expect in the months ahead.
Chasing Mako and Blue Sharks in Baja
A March visit to Baja took us back to Cabo San Lucas for three days of mako and blue shark diving — a slow start that turned into one of our most unforgettable pelagic encounters. From playful blues to multiple makos and a return to Cabo Pulmo’s bull sharks, this trip was pure Baja magic.
Lemon and Bull Shark Galore in Jupiter
After two weeks with the bull sharks in Playa del Carmen, we headed north to Jupiter, Florida — a place where lemon sharks gather each winter and the bull sharks hold their own on the deeper side of the ledge. What followed was a mix of calm encounters, unexpected intensity, and one of the most unforgettable shark dives we’ve had. Lemon and bull shark galore in Jupiter’s blue.
A Season with the Bull Sharks of Playa del Carmen
Just offshore from Playa del Carmen lies Shark Point, a place where female bull sharks return each season. In November we joined them again — a dive filled with close passes, familiar faces, and the calm power only bull sharks carry. Protected mangroves, community research, and years of conservation work shape this migration — a reminder of why these waters matter. A short visit, but one that deepened our connection to these incredible sharks.