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Whale Sharks Ascent

A whale shark ascends from the depths of Teluk Saleh in Sumbawa, Indonesia, sunlight shimmering across its back. With powerful momentum, it surges toward the ocean’s surface, trailed closely by a school of juvenile golden trevally, struggling to keep pace.

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Color Photography Contest

2025

Nominee

Underwater

Professional

Whale Sharks Ascent

A whale shark ascends from the depths of Teluk Saleh in Sumbawa, Indonesia, sunlight shimmering across its back. With powerful momentum, it surges toward the ocean’s surface, trailed closely by a school of juvenile golden trevally, struggling to keep pace.

About Artist

Jenni Collier

Jenni Collier is an experienced Video Camera Operator and Photographer based in Brisbane, Australia. Jenni is constantly seeking her next subject to capture, with a particular focus on underwater filmmaking and photography, as well as a deep passion for wildlife filming. Over the past 10 years, she has held various roles in production and camera work within the film and television industry, contributing to TVCs, corporate promotional content, and short films. Jenni is now turning her attention to documentary filmmaking, aiming to take her career to new heights...or new depths. ​ Known for her ability to deliver full service production, Jenni excels in transforming challenges into concepts and guiding projects through to successful, outcome-driven results. Her clients in the corporate sector appreciate her positive, approachable demeanour, combined with her technical expertise and problem solving capabilities. ​ Beyond her professional skill set, Jenni brings a unique global perspective, having lived and worked in countries such as Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia. Her diverse experiences, coupled with her work across various Australian cities including Sydney, Brisbane, and Darwin; have equipped her with a rich understanding of cultural sensitivity and adaptability.

Jenni Collier

Photographic Areas of Focus

Advertising & Commercial, Film/Analog, Nature, People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Sports, Street, Travel, Underwater, Wildlife

Location

Australia

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