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Colleen Lanier
From Shark Attack Survivor to Conservation Advocate: Benzie's Tribute to Paul de Gelder

From Shark Attack Survivor to Conservation Advocate: Benzie's Tribute to Paul de Gelder

Benzie's art translates by illuminating an extraordinary story of survival and dedication. In 2009, Australian Navy diver Paul de Gelder faced a near-fatal encounter with a bull shark during a counter-terrorism exercise in Sydney Harbour. Losing two limbs in the attack, de Gelder's life took an unexpected turn...

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Colleen Lanier
Diving Deep: Benzie on Ocean Passion, Conservation, and Australia's Underwater Wonders

Diving Deep: Benzie on Ocean Passion, Conservation, and Australia's Underwater Wonders

I’ve always been passionate about protecting the ocean and working closely with Sea Shepherd. In fact, I donated my original art to help fundraise for them, and did some pretty creative things with that. I do underwater photography as a means to capture what I experience and inspire my hyper-realistic artistry. 

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Colleen Lanier
National Ocean’s Month Feature: Taylor Dewey - Her Lens Beneath the Waves

National Ocean’s Month Feature: Taylor Dewey - Her Lens Beneath the Waves

In the vast, swirling expanses of the world's oceans, where life burgeons in silence and mystery, Taylor Dewey finds her calling. Living on the picturesque island of Oahu, Hawaii, Taylor's life is a testament to the profound connection one can have with the ocean.

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Colleen Lanier
Women’s Month: Roots of Healing: North Shore's Noni Farmer, Dafna Epstein

Women’s Month: Roots of Healing: North Shore's Noni Farmer, Dafna Epstein

Join us as we step foot onto the North Shore's enchanting noni farm, guided by the warm presence of Dafna Epstein. Alongside us is Chris Boling, owner of greenteaHAWAII, on a mission to experience the essence of this tight-knit community and the natural wonders cultivated. As we traverse the lush landscapes of Oahu's noni farm, guided by Dafna Epstein, we honor her remarkable contributions as a local woman entrepreneur during this Women's Month. Although, greenteaHAWAII does not source from these farms, it is important to recognize the land, the people, and their ventures which elevate the awareness of noni for...

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