Shelby Kawana
Shelby is an avid freediver, fisherwoman, and marine scientist. She grew up abalone diving with her father on the Sonoma County coast of Northern California. Her family’s close connection to the ocean instilled a deep respect for the marine environment at an early age. When she was old enough to drive she began volunteering at the local Marine Lab where she was introduced to marine science. She later obtained her Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology from the University of California Santa Cruz where she was also trained as a scientific diver. Since, she has been working as a scientific research diver on abalone conservation and restoration projects spanning Northern and Southern California.
Tallulah Winquist
Tallulah grew up on Sonoma County’s rugged coast in northern California. She earned B.S. degrees in Biology and Conservation and Wildlife Management form Warren Wilson College. She is a marine scientist studying invertebrate fisheries and climate change in northern California. She also works as an outreach specialist and educator. She has collaborated on a diverse array of projects from northern California and into Mexico. She is an AAUS scientific diver, Dive Master, fisherwoman and free diver. She has committed her life to the protection and conservation of wild ocean habitats and to building a bridge between the public and the sometimes stark and alienating world of research.
Sashwa Burrous
Producer / Director / Camera
Sashwa is a cinematographer / photographer who brings stunning imagery to client projects and impactful documentary films. Being raised in the hills of Northern California Sashwa is passionate about conservation and creating imagery to inspire people to enjoy and protect the landscapes around them. He has a passion for the outdoors and brings a sense of adventure to all of his work.
Justin Lewis
Director / DP
Justin is an award-winning cinematographer who produces beautiful images for change-making films. From people to the environment, his images are infused with joy and wonder, reflecting the passion with which he approaches his work. Justin was director of photography on the award-winning films Of The Sea, Women’s March, Dust, and A Plastic Sea which is currently live @ nationalgeographic.com.
www.justinlewis.com
Tim Terry
Renaissance Man
Hailing from the North Bay Area Tim Terry Two is a jack of all trades. Perfecting the art of taking on multiple roles at once, he dances between First AC / Camera op / Drone / Sound / Grip and all around great human. He brings a smile and laughter to all productions.
Michelle Olivera
Editor
Hi there! I’m a producer, videographer, editor and storyteller. I’ve worked in documentary video production for nearly 10 years, focusing on stories of human interest and health. I received my MA in Broadcast Journalism from the Annenberg School of Journalism at the University of Southern California. And although I no longer work in “day-to-day news”, I am using the skills I attained at Annenberg to help tell meaningful stories of couples, organizations, and individuals.
http://www.michelleolivera.com