In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the Puget Sound's emerald depths conceal a world few have witnessed, let alone captured in detail. It was in these waters that Drew Collins began a life-altering journey, blending artistic discovery with marine exploration. Seven years ago, Drew was not yet an underwater photographer, nor was he a marine naturalist. He was simply someone caught between two passions: a fascination with visual storytelling and an awe for the hidden ecosystems flourishing just beneath the waves of the Salish Sea.
Back in 2009, terms like metering, ISO, shutter speed, and ambient light belonged to a foreign language. The difference between a Red Octopus and its Giant Pacific cousin was a puzzle yet to be solved. But what Drew did possess was a powerful blend of curiosity and commitment. With a deep sense of wonder and an eagerness to learn, he took his first step by purchasing a Nikon D90 DSLR paired with an 18–105mm kit lens. It wasn’t professional-grade, but it was a door opening into a larger world.
Not long after that purchase, Drew enrolled in a local community college photography class. He immersed himself in learning, spending hours studying photography books, online articles, and magazines. Each day became a discipline of experimentation and growth. He studied the dynamics of framing, depth of field, natural light, and visual composition. Slowly, the world began to shift for him. Through the lens, details once overlooked became profound. What he once saw as merely water or landscape evolved into intricate patterns of shadow and light, life and motion.
As his understanding of photography grew, so did his hunger to explore the other half of his dream. In May of that same year, he completed his Basic Open Water scuba diving certification. Mere weeks later, he achieved his Advanced Open Water certification. That first summer, Drew logged more than 100 dives in Puget Sound’s frigid, often unpredictable waters. These early dives were not casual excursions. They were immersive apprenticeships, each one revealing secrets of an alien ecosystem thriving just out of sight from the surface world.
Soon after becoming a certified diver, Drew acquired a Canon G10. Though it was a compact point-and-shoot camera, its ability to shoot in RAW and offer manual controls made it a fitting entry into underwater photography. The G10’s portable size and ergonomic feel suited his diving needs. It allowed him to experiment without being overwhelmed by gear. Using this modest setup, Drew began photographing some of Puget Sound’s most enchanting creatures, many of which even local residents had never seen.
Among his earliest subjects was the Pacific Spiny Lumpsucker, a tiny, near-mythical fish that could rest comfortably on a human fingernail. Capturing this elusive animal required careful planning, stable diving skills, and precise use of lighting and focus. With a Nauticam Super Macro Converter mounted to his setup, Drew was able to achieve tack-sharp images using settings like ISO 100, aperture f/8, and shutter speed of 1/200th of a second. These were not images edited into existence. They were composed in the field with intent and patience.
Another early gem was his image of a juvenile Candy Stripe Shrimp. Its delicate body and vibrant coloration were preserved without cropping or artificial manipulation. This image would later become the featured centerpiece of his 2015 calendar, symbolizing a significant evolution in his emerging artistic identity.
Diving Deeper: Growth Through Grit and Global Mentorship
With each dive and photograph, Drew’s confidence and expertise expanded. He soon upgraded to a Canon T2i DSLR, a more robust platform that offered advanced features and greater control over image quality. The new camera enabled Drew to explore both macro and wide-angle photography underwater. More importantly, it introduced him to the world of external lighting, a cornerstone of professional underwater imaging. He equipped his setup with Inon Z240 strobes, initially using fiber optic triggers for simplicity. Over time, he transitioned to sync cable triggering to gain better consistency and control in the often cloudy, green-tinged waters of Puget Sound.
The turning point in Drew’s development came when he attended an international photo clinic in La Paz, Mexico. Organized by Bluewater Photo, the clinic brought together a community of passionate divers and seasoned photographers. Throughout multiple daily dives and intense critique sessions, Drew was exposed to a higher level of underwater artistry. He learned from professionals like Scott Geitler, who emphasized the importance of in-camera composition and effective strobe positioning. Drew shot with a Tokina 10-17mm fisheye and a Canon 60mm macro, pushing himself to adapt to new equipment, new techniques, and more complex subjects.
This experience became a foundational moment. It sharpened Drew’s visual instincts and deepened his respect for intentional image creation. He returned home energized, and over the next six to eight months, dedicated more than a hundred dives to mastering what he had learned. Each trip underwater became a self-directed workshop. Nudibranchs, jellyfish, and warbonnets were no longer just marine life; they were creative challenges and scientific discoveries waiting to be recorded.
One of the most lasting lessons from the clinic was the commitment to achieve the final shot in-camera. In an age where high-resolution sensors and editing software tempt photographers to fix mistakes later, Drew chose the more demanding path. He resolved to create his compositions with precision during the dive itself. No cropping, no color boosts. Only light, form, and moment, exactly as the lens saw it.
Among the treasures he captured during this era was the elusive Mosshead Warbonnet. Known for its elusive behavior and rarity in the Puget Sound, the Warbonnet presented a challenge in both tracking and photographing. On one dive, Drew followed its movements as the Seattle–Bremerton ferry passed overhead. The juxtaposition of the ferry above and the cryptic creature below highlighted the delicate balance between industrial life and the hidden wilderness just beneath the waves. The shot, taken at ISO 100, f/7.1, and 1/200th of a second, remains one of his most compelling images.
Another photograph that became a defining work in Drew’s portfolio was the Egg Yolk Jelly. Captured during a night dive near West Seattle, this ethereal subject glowed like a floating lantern in the darkness. The image was later published in the award-winning book The Salish Sea: Jewel of the Pacific Northwest, earning Drew not just artistic recognition, but scientific validation as well.
Vision Realized: Sharing the Hidden Beauty of the Salish Sea
As his technique evolved, Drew embraced the complexity and wonder of wide-angle photography. While macro work revealed the tiny and surreal, wide-angle opened up expansive views of underwater landscapes. On rare days when Puget Sound offered visibility up to 40 feet, Drew captured stunning vistas like the white Plumose anemones at Keystone. These otherworldly scenes, suffused with shafts of sunlight filtering through the water column, gave viewers a glimpse into an untouched, silent world. One such image became the cover of his 2016 calendar, solidifying his reputation as an artist deeply attuned to his environment.
By early 2013, Drew took another decisive step forward by investing in a Canon 5D Mark III full-frame DSLR and a new Nauticam housing. This combination allowed him to push both macro and wide-angle techniques to professional levels. Armed with a 100mm macro and 17–40mm wide-angle lens, he was now able to achieve exceptional clarity, detail, and light balance in even the most demanding underwater conditions. Every click of the shutter carried the weight of years of study, practice, and passion.
Later that year, Drew returned to another Bluewater Photo clinic, this time in the remote Socorro Islands of the open Pacific. Here, he encountered larger marine animals, including manta rays and sharks. The foundation he had built through years of macro work gave him the compositional awareness and timing needed to adapt to these larger, faster-moving subjects. It marked a new chapter in his evolution, from documenting the minute to choreographing the grand.
By now, what had started as a personal experiment had become something more profound. Drew’s work was no longer just about photography. It was about connection, education, and preservation. His images serve as both art and archive, inspiring others to explore the biodiversity right in their own coastal backyards.
His photographic philosophy remains rooted in respect. Each subject, whether a minuscule shrimp or a wide reef of anemones, is approached with care and reverence. Every dive is a new opportunity to illuminate the marvels of marine life, to bring hidden creatures to the surface of public consciousness, and to nurture a deeper bond between people and the underwater world.
Drew Collins’ journey from novice to naturalist shows what’s possible when artistic vision and scientific curiosity unite. Through thousands of hours behind the lens and beneath the waves, he’s not just created images. He’s created awareness, wonder, and a bridge between land and sea.
The Spark Beneath the Surface: A Diver’s Journey into Visual Storytelling
By the fall of 2013, Drew Collins found himself standing at the intersection of artistry and advocacy, a place he had reached after nearly five years of exploring the cold, emerald waters of Puget Sound. What began as a personal journey into underwater photography had grown into something much more meaningful. Drew had evolved from capturing casual snapshots with a modest Canon G10 to skillfully commanding a professional-grade Canon 5D Mark III enclosed in a high-performance Nauticam housing. His growth was the result of relentless practice, thoughtful experimentation, and a deep curiosity that pushed him to master every aspect of underwater imaging.
His pursuit of excellence wasn’t confined to local waters. Drew ventured beyond the Pacific Northwest, diving in places like Mexico, where he learned from seasoned underwater photographers and absorbed techniques that would later influence his own unique style. Yet, no matter how far he traveled, it was the Puget Sound that remained at the heart of his creative soul. Its cold, nutrient-rich waters teemed with alien-like beauty: kelp forests, luminous anemones, curious octopuses, and intricate nudibranchs. These were the hidden wonders most people never saw, obscured beneath ferry routes, docks, and harbors. For Drew, the Sound wasn’t just a backdrop. It was a living, breathing subject filled with stories waiting to be told.
Over the course of hundreds of dives, Drew had built a vast archive of over 9,000 underwater images. But it wasn’t just about collecting photos. A quiet transformation was happening in his mind. He started asking himself deeper questions about purpose. Could these images go beyond art? Could they inspire awareness, curiosity, and stewardship for a part of the world that most locals had never truly seen? The idea began to crystalize. He didn’t want to simply share his images in galleries or online portfolios. He wanted to create something tactile and functional, something that people would use every day and, in doing so, become more connected to the marine ecosystem surrounding them.
From Inspiration to Execution: Crafting a Calendar with Purpose
The answer came in the form of a calendar. But not just any calendar. Drew envisioned a beautifully curated and deeply personal collection of images, all centered on the stunning biodiversity of Puget Sound. Every photo would be taken in local waters. Every print would be produced close to home. Even the paper would be sourced from sustainable tree farms in the region. It was an act of environmental consciousness as much as artistic devotion, a living example of creative sustainability. The calendar was to be a statement of place, origin, and authenticity, created with precision and care from start to finish.
However, turning this vision into reality wasn’t a simple process. From his massive image archive, Drew discovered that only a handful of photographs met his stringent criteria. He wasn’t just looking for pretty pictures. Each image had to possess exceptional composition, sharp clarity, balanced lighting, and a sense of originality. It had to evoke emotion and tell a story on its own. Despite his vast collection, only nine photos initially met his standards. That left him with a challenge: he needed three more to complete the twelve-month set.
The Pacific Northwest is notorious for its unpredictable diving conditions. Weather, tides, visibility, and marine life behaviors all play a role in whether a dive yields anything photographically worthwhile. But Drew’s perseverance paid off. As if aligned by fate, a stretch of favorable conditions allowed him to capture the final three images he needed. With the complete set in hand, the project was ready to move forward.
He titled the calendar "Made in Puget Sound," a name chosen with careful intention. It was more than a label. It was a declaration. This wasn’t a generic or globally-sourced product. It was deeply local, created to reflect the character and complexity of one of North America's most unique marine environments. Each month featured not just a visually arresting image, but also in-depth context about the subject. Viewers could learn the scientific name of the creature or plant, the exact date and dive site where it was photographed, and the technical specifications used to capture the shot. This transparency invited the audience into the creative process, offering a richer appreciation for the effort behind each image.
In addition to the visual and scientific content, Drew added a personal note for every month, a short narrative describing the moment the image was taken, the weather and water conditions, the emotional experience, or the challenge of that particular dive. The calendar also included practical features like moon phases, holidays, and notable regional dates, making it not just beautiful to look at but also highly functional for everyday use. It became a hybrid of storytelling, education, and daily utility.
The Ripple Effect: From Creative Vision to Community Impact
Drew initially printed 100 copies of the calendar, pricing each one at $15. He tempered his expectations, prepared for the possibility that the calendar might go largely unnoticed. At worst, he figured, they could be handed out as thoughtful holiday gifts. But what happened next caught him completely by surprise.
Within just three weeks, nearly all the calendars were gone. Only two remained. The response was enthusiastic and organic. Friends, family, local shoppers, and even small businesses were drawn to the calendar’s authenticity and visual allure. It wasn’t just the photography that resonated. It was the entire celebration of a specific place, the transparency behind the images, and the effort to build a bridge between surface dwellers and the vibrant world hidden below.
The project had struck a nerve, not because it tried to appeal to everyone, but because it connected deeply with people who knew and loved the Puget Sound region. It gave them a new perspective, one they had never imagined. Through Drew’s lens, the familiar beaches, piers, and inlets they visited became portals into another world filled with motion, color, and mystery. His calendar made the underwater world visible, accessible, and emotionally engaging. It wasn’t just photography. It was creative activism.
What had started as a personal passion project turned into a powerful platform for education, inspiration, and conservation. In that moment, Drew was no longer simply an underwater photographer. He had become a creative entrepreneur, someone who used his skills not just to capture beauty, but to share it in ways that changed how people thought about their environment. His work wasn’t just about aesthetics. It was about advocacy.
With the resounding success of that first calendar, Drew laid the foundation for what would become Puget Sound Photography Underwater. More than a brand, it was a mission-driven enterprise committed to exploring and protecting one of the planet’s most delicate and dazzling marine ecosystems. The calendar was only the beginning. It opened doors to further projects, collaborations, and public engagements that continued to amplify the importance of local marine conservation.
In a world flooded with digital content, Drew’s analog approach proved that tangible storytelling still has the power to move people. Through thoughtful design, dedication to place, and a clear vision, he turned twelve months into a timeless message: the natural wonders of our world are worth seeing, knowing, and protecting. All it takes is a willingness to look below the surface.
A Creative Journey Rooted in the Waters of Puget Sound
The spark that ignited Drew's underwater photography business came from more than just an early success. It was the affirmation of his vision through the initial launch of the Made in Puget Sound calendar that gave his creative compass its true direction. That first calendar, filled with hauntingly beautiful marine imagery, served not only as a visual tribute to local biodiversity but also as a personal milestone in artistic legitimacy. The validation it received, both emotionally and commercially, laid the groundwork for what would soon become a thriving, mission-driven artistic venture.
Encouraged by the positive response, Drew did not rest on his early accomplishments. He channeled the momentum into thoughtful expansion, taking deliberate steps to grow beyond a single product. The following year, he introduced a 15-month version of the calendar. This new edition wasn’t just longer; it was more evolved. It offered him the chance to showcase an even broader range of imagery while embracing the seasonal rhythms of Puget Sound's underwater world. From springtime blooms of jellyfish to winter scenes featuring well-camouflaged sculpins, each month captured the pulse of life beneath the surface in greater detail.
Remaining fiercely loyal to the core principles that first guided him, Drew ensured the entire process retained its regional focus. Every photograph was taken within the Sound. Printing was handled by local businesses. The materials he used were environmentally conscious, reflecting his growing commitment to sustainability. This authenticity was never compromised for scale. His calendar was not just a product; it was a statement.
By 2015 and 2016, new editions were released with entirely refreshed collections of images. Each year’s selection revealed not only the changes in marine behavior and habitat but also Drew’s own evolution as an artist and observer. These calendars became time capsules of underwater life in the Pacific Northwest, treasured by locals and visitors alike.
Building Community Through Art and Authentic Storytelling
Drew understood early on that true artistic fulfillment didn’t lie solely in digital sales or gallery walls. Instead, he adopted a grassroots model that brought his work directly to the people who shared his love for the Puget Sound. He began showing his photographs at local art fairs, weekend farmers markets, and regional craft events. These venues offered more than just exposure; they offered connection. Every booth setup became an invitation to talk about the region’s rich marine diversity, and every interaction was an opportunity to tell the story behind each image.
His choice of medium evolved as well. He began offering frameless giclée prints on aluminum, canvas, and acrylic. These formats were not arbitrary; they were chosen to best highlight the interplay of light, texture, and motion captured in his underwater scenes. Each image was hand-selected to complement the medium, whether it was the glint of a silver-sided fish or the soft flow of anemone tentacles. The tactile nature of these presentations mirrored Drew’s intent to create art that felt as immersive and tangible as the dives themselves.
Surprisingly, the breakout success of his product line wasn’t one of the high-end prints or even the popular calendar. It was a simple, understated offering that took him by surprise: the 4x6 note card. Affordable, compact, and emotionally resonant, these cards became a best-selling item and an unexpected cornerstone of his business. Each card served as a small portal into the underwater world, a way for people to carry a piece of Puget Sound’s soul with them or share it with someone else. They weren’t just for writing; they were for storytelling, education, and connection.
By this time, Drew had completed nearly a thousand dives. His underwater photography had evolved into a practice deeply intertwined with marine biology and environmental observation. Each dive brought with it new challenges, new discoveries, and new insights into the complex relationships that define ocean life. His camera became a scientific and artistic tool, helping to map behaviors, chart species diversity, and visually document phenomena that often go unseen. The patience and discipline required for these dives transformed him into something of a visual naturalist, one who spoke the language of currents, light, and animal motion.
Among the many striking subjects he captured, one stood out during this period: the Grunt Sculpin. A small, quirky fish with bizarre, jerky movements and a signature grunting sound, it was unlike anything most people had seen. Drew's photograph of this elusive creature perfectly captured its personality. Shot using a 100mm macro lens at ISO 125 with an f-stop of 10, the image didn’t just show the fish; it told its story. The framing, the depth of field, and the moment of capture all worked together to convey an almost animated charm, a reminder that the underwater world is as strange as it is beautiful.
Giving Back, Diving Deep, and Crafting a Lasting Legacy
Drew’s work wasn’t only about creating and selling. From early on, he felt a strong pull toward service and community engagement. He knew that the ocean he was documenting needed more than admiration; it needed advocacy. To that end, he began partnering with marine conservation groups, donating art for charity events, and supporting campaigns like Giving Back Tuesday. These efforts were not side projectsthey were integral to his vision. His art became a vehicle not just for beauty, but for education and awareness.
He also collaborated with local schools and nonprofit organizations focused on marine education. Through workshops, student exhibitions, and public talks, he helped bring the mystery of the deep to audiences who might never experience it firsthand. His photos became learning tools, inspiring curiosity about everything from invertebrate anatomy to climate change’s impact on kelp forests. The connections he fostered extended far beyond commercial relationships. Customers became supporters, supporters became advocates, and a loyal community began to form around his work.
Running this type of business was anything but easy. Each weekend market required hours of preparation, early morning setups, and intense face-to-face interaction. There were logistical headaches, weather-related surprises, and the physical demands of moving and displaying high-end artwork. Still, Drew embraced the grind. For him, every handshake and conversation was a chance to deepen someone’s appreciation for marine life. He wasn’t selling images; he was sharing an entire ecosystem, one that lives just beneath the surface of the water many take for granted.
His commitment to storytelling kept him going even when the schedule became relentless. Whether it was a tale of a jellyfish’s ghostlike drift or the territorial standoff between two warbonnets, Drew had a narrative for every photo. These stories, told again and again to captivated audiences, elevated his work beyond visual art. They became the bridge between the human world and the mysterious underwater landscapes that most will never personally witness.
Drew’s journey was never about becoming famous. It was about giving voice to the silent, often-overlooked world below the tide line. Through meticulous work, ethical principles, and an unwavering passion for marine life, he created an enterprise that was both a business and a calling. His calendars, prints, and note cards were not merely products. They were invitations one asking viewers to look deeper, feel more, and connect with the fragile beauty of Puget Sound.
Today, his photographs serve as a visual legacy of one man’s dedication to the natural world. They invite us to pause, to wonder, and to protect what lies just beyond view. Through his lens, Drew has given the ocean a voice and invited us all to listen.
Diving Into Purpose: From Passion to Momentum in the Pacific Northwest
As the first light of 2016 painted the Pacific Northwest skies, Drew Collins found himself on the cusp of something remarkable. Years of effort were beginning to yield real momentum. What had started as a personal creative outletblending scuba diving with the art of photography, blossomed into a mission-driven career. His calendars, filled with vivid underwater scenes from Puget Sound, were flying off the shelves. Art collectors and marine enthusiasts alike were taking notice of his work, which now reached audiences far beyond the local market. Invitations rolled in from marine expos, conservation summits, and schools eager for his insights. But despite the recognition and growing success, Drew’s heart remained tethered to the water.
Every month, without fail, he returned to the depths of Puget Sound. These dives were not routine nor performed out of obligation. They were sacred acts of connection, curiosity, and quiet respect. In the ever-changing underwater world, no two dives were identical. Some days, visibility stretched like a dream, revealing sun-dappled forests of kelp and vibrant clusters of sea stars. Other times, swirling silt and fickle currents turned each shot into a challenge. But regardless of conditions, Drew approached each dive with meticulous preparation and unwavering intention.
Underwater photography is a practice that demands technical expertise and emotional patience. Drew treated each dive as a narrative waiting to unfold. With his trusted Canon 5D Mark III housed safely in a Nauticam casing and flanked by twin Ikelite DS160 strobes, he was equipped to capture everything from the shy flutter of a sculpin's fin to the sweeping majesty of a sea anemone-covered reef. His equipment was not a badge of professionalism, but an extension of his vision bridge between two vastly different worlds.
Drew had long internalized a principle taught to him during a formative trip to La Paz: get the shot in the camera. This mantra served as a daily reminder that great photography isn’t built in post-production but in the moments of pure presence underwater. It pushed him to remain attentive, to frame each subject with deliberate care, and to always be mindful of the story the ocean was offering in that fleeting instant. It meant understanding the interplay of light and movement, the language of marine behavior, and the technical dance of ISO, shutter speed, and aperture settings that often had to be tweaked mid-dive to adapt to constantly shifting conditions.
The Ocean as Muse: Crafting Stories Through Light, Color, and Intention
By 2016, Drew had evolved from a skilled hobbyist to a recognized artist whose work carried the weight of advocacy. His imagery wasn’t just admired for its beauty; it was a call to pay attention. Each shot whispered of ecosystems easily overlooked and of marine lives in quiet peril. His creations resonated deeply with those who saw not only art but a narrative of environmental awareness. His dedication to sustainability remained central to his creative process. Every print, every gallery display, and every product was crafted with intention and rooted in his local ecosystem. He worked exclusively with local vendors and sustainable materials, reinforcing his belief that art and advocacy must go hand in hand.
His limited-edition metal prints, high-definition acrylic panels, and vibrant canvas works began appearing in select galleries and boutique shops around Puget Sound. Collectors sought them out for their vivid detail and emotional gravity. These weren’t just underwater scenesthey were windows into a hidden world, crafted by someone who not only observed it but cared deeply for it. Through his lens, the underwater realm became accessible, intimate, and profoundly moving.
What set Drew apart wasn’t just technical excellence. It was the way his photographs felt personal. Viewers could sense his reverence for the sea. In his images, light became language. The slow drift of a jellyfish or the intricate details of a nudibranch’s gills weren’t just visually stunning; they told stories of resilience, fragility, and coexistence. His ability to translate the complexities of underwater life into visual poetry was, and remains, one of his greatest gifts.
Despite his growing success, Drew never strayed from the values that had shaped his journey. His connection to Puget Sound remained at the heart of his work. Every image originated from its waters. Every story he told was rooted in its marine life. And every decision he made as a creator and businessperson was guided by a compass of ecological responsibility and community loyalty.
He began considering new ways to broaden his reach. The idea of publishing a coffee table book, filled with both imagery and narrative, began to take shape. A children's marine guide also lingered in his imaginationsomething playful, educational, and inspiring for the next generation of ocean stewards. He envisioned leading photography workshops, passing on both his technical skills and his passion for marine life to aspiring underwater photographers. There were plans for group expeditions where people could explore Puget Sound’s biodiversity firsthand, guided by someone who had made its depths his second home.
Onward Toward the Horizon: Legacy, Community, and the Future of Ocean Storytelling
As Drew looked to the future, his vision was more expansive than ever. Yet it remained deeply rooted in the core belief that knowledge leads to protection, and beauty inspires action. He had taken two seemingly unrelated passionsscuba diving and photography fused them into a life of purpose. His work wasn’t about accolades or commercial gain. It was about impact. About translating the silent world beneath the waves into something that stirs the soul on land.
Each exhibit booth he set up at local markets became a microcosm of his mission. Every calendar handed over to a curious visitor was a seed planted in the fertile ground of awareness. He used these moments not to sell, but to connect. To share the awe he felt underwater. To explain the complex relationships among species, the importance of clean water, and the threats posed by pollution and climate change. Through conversation and imagery, he cultivated a quiet form of activism.
Drew’s work embodies a truth often overlooked in modern environmental discourse: that love is one of the most powerful forces for conservation. When people fall in love with something, they’re far more likely to fight for it. And Drew’s images make it easy to fall in love with vibrant sea pens glowing under ambient light, with rockfish hovering in shadowy crevices, with harbor seals peering into his lens with unmistakable curiosity.
In a world oversaturated with content, Drew’s images cut through the noise. They invite reflection. They slow time. They remind us that just beneath the surface lies a universe teeming with life, wonder, and stories still waiting to be told.
Conclusion
Drew Collins’ journey through the waters of Puget Sound is a testament to the transformative power of passion, persistence, and purpose. From his first uncertain dives to the masterful images that now grace galleries and homes, Drew has done more than capture marine lifehe’s built a bridge between the surface and the sea. His work invites us to pause, look deeper, and recognize the beauty and fragility of our underwater neighbors. Through authentic storytelling and unwavering dedication, Drew reminds us that conservation begins with connection. Every image he creates is a powerful call to protect the world beneath the waves.
Through Drew’s evolving body of work, we are reminded that the ocean is not something distant or abstract. It is our neighbor, our legacy, and our shared responsibility. And through his eyes, it becomes not only something we can see but something we must protect.