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A magical moment that is permanently etched into my brain 🥹 This playful humpback calf approached us with a bit too much curiosity. I’m surprised I even got photos whilst trying to dodge its fins. Just a few weeks old and adorably clumsy, it reminded me how small we really are in the best and most humbling way.

MPR/DIREN 003416 @aimehoescapes taken in Moorea, French Polynesia by @sofaiagribben

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a year ago

Two magical years since I started ocean photography and feeling very blessed for everywhere it’s taken me so far. More underwater adventures to come, hopefully this year I get a glimpse of great whites and orcas! 🦈

Extra shoutout to @trenny_m and @josh_burkinshaw for always being a helping hand and pushing me to improve. by @sofaiagribben

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8 months ago

Lost in the vast beauty of Namibia ✨ From the surreal landscapes of Sossusvlei to the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha, immersed in the raw beauty of nature and humbled by its grandeur. Here, amidst towering sand dunes and ancient rock formations, I find solace in the simplicity of existence 🐘🇳🇦

#Namibia #ExploreTheWild #Wanderlust #travel #wildlife #sonyalpha taken in Namibia by @sofaiagribben

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2 years ago

This split shot is probably one of my favourite images I took last year, taken while out with @coralgardeners, on my favourite island in French Polynesia 🌺

Ft some of the crews favourite ocean brands 🫶🏼
@divermonart
@kiwadive
@mari.swim taken in French Polynesia by @sofaiagribben

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8 months ago

Winter in the South Island of New Zealand ❄️ Never been so cold, but hey who can complain when you have scenes like this in your own backyard. taken in South Island, New Zealand by @sofaiagribben

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3 months ago

A few shots I didn’t have the heart to crop. I’ve always been fascinated by sharks, and seeing a great white up close was an underwater dream. Even more special getting to see them in my home country. It was beyond freezing, but worth every second.

Camera: @sonyalpha
UW housing: @seafrogs.com.hk taken in New Zealand by @sofaiagribben

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4 months ago

Part One: Post cards from Mo’orea, aka the dreamiest island on earth! 🌺 Came for whales but left with a full tummy of poisson cru and a full heart of memories with new and old ocean friends. Māuruuru French Polynesia 🌴🫶🏼 taken in Moorea, French Polynesia by @sofaiagribben

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a year ago

This space has slowly become my little portfolio. I don’t post myself often because I’m usually the one behind the camera, but I thought it was time to say hi properly. Here’s a little bit about me, and thank you for all the love and support on my photography journey so far x by @sofaiagribben

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a year ago

Island life is soon approaching, guess where 🌺✈️

📸: @rebeccamelas Tanned girl sitting in a palm tree on a beach in the Maldives by @sofaiagribben

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a year ago

Recents for @thehelicopterline 📷 Stunning conditions for a heli hike on Tasman Glacier, walking on ice made me feel like a bit of a penguin but genuinely 11/10 experience. New Zealand is a winter wonderland at the moment! taken in New Zealand by @sofaiagribben

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3 months ago

Most of my shots come down to timing and just pure luck.

This moment happened aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw while crossing Lake Wakatipu. The captain angled the ship just right and for a split second the mountains lined up perfectly in the window.

I panicked trying to get the shot in time that I completely forgot to change my aperture, but in the end, not everything needs to be technically perfect in order for it to be special. Just another stunner evening in Queenstown! taken in Queenstown, New Zealand by @sofaiagribben

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7 months ago

Our version of an ocean blanket. These rays have zero sense of personal space, but that’s what makes swimming in the lagoon that much more special.

Timing was on our side for this shot, Alex laid down and we waited until a curious ray glided over her. taken in French Polynesia by @sofaiagribben

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7 months ago