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ABOUT ME<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hi! <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

My name is Margaux Le Brun, I am a naturalist guide<\/strong>, videographer<\/strong>, and photographer<\/strong> specializing in creating terrestrial and underwater content<\/strong>, with a particular passion for sharks and marine ecosystems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I graduated with a degree in marine biology<\/strong> in 2016, and I am a CAH1B professional diver<\/strong> and scuba diving instructor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


For several years now, I have been traveling the world’s oceans, guided by a mission: to capture the fragile beauty of the deep sea<\/strong> and share stories that raise awareness about ocean conservation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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My work: Capturing the invisible<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Diving with sharks is much more than just a job: it is a human and artistic encounter<\/strong> with a world that is too often misunderstood. I work for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Share and inspire<\/strong>: I use my images to educate, raise awareness, and encourage people to better understand and protect the oceans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Demystifying sharks<\/strong>: Breaking down stereotypes surrounding them and highlighting their essential role in marine ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Immortalizing unique moments<\/strong>: Every image or video I capture tells a story: that of a majestic animal, an awestruck diver, or a fleeting moment in the middle of the deep blue sea.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Shark Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For four years, I worked with Shark Education<\/a>, an organization committed to promoting sustainable ecotourism around sharks, alongside Steven Surina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a naturalist guide specializing in human-shark interactions, I have accompanied divers to exceptional destinations to encounter these fascinating animals. These trips were not limited to simple dives: they included seminars and workshops where I shared my knowledge about shark behavior, their interactions with humans, and best practices for observing them responsibly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With over a thousand dives alongside top predators such as tiger sharks, bull sharks, and even oceanic whitetip sharks in the Red Sea, I have gained invaluable experience. I am also one of the few divers to have practiced tonic immobility with sharks: I was the first woman in the world to succeed in South Africa using Walter Bernardis’ technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These moments spent underwater taught me the importance of humility and respect in an environment where we are merely visitors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Why sharks?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When I was little, these animals fascinated me as much as they frightened me. My innate, deep love for the marine environment and my curiosity drove me to overcome this fear by studying them in order to serve a greater cause: protecting our planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharks are the guardians of the oceans, essential for regulating the marine food chain. Yet they are among the animals most threatened by human activities: overfishing, habitat destruction, and unfounded fear.
My goal is simple: to change perceptions and put these animals back at the heart of the debate on ocean conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Diving with them is both a challenge and a privilege. Each encounter teaches me humility, self-control, and respect for a world where we are merely visitors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The impact of images today<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In a world saturated with visual content, a powerful image or video can still make a lasting impression and inspire action.
That’s why I put my expertise to work for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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