Stories from the Field: Freediving with Orcas

Director/DP & Editor

Every winter the Arctic fjords of northern Norway welcome the ocean’s apex predator, the orca. Many witness these animals from the comfort of a boat, but photographer Jacques de Vos plunges into the cold, dark water in an unwavering pursuit to experience and capture their lives under the waves. While fulfilling a childhood dream, his work continues to support conservational efforts to protect these orcas by sharing his images globally and advocating for the only local full-time research group, the Norwegian Orca Survey. This episode of Stories from the Field follows his journey and takes a closer look at the story, dedication, and equipment it takes to photograph and film Norwegian orcas in their natural environment.

Branded Documentary, product photography, and additional content created for Ikelite Underwater Systems during a 1-week expedition through the fjords of northern Norway.