A great and evolving element of the festival is the inclusion of still imagery from some of the world’s most respected nature/ocean photographers.

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“Lost World”- a visual journey into the extraordinary undersea world of the Seychelles Archipelagos. Portola Hotel Lobby

“Sharks- Apex Predator, Human Prey” shows the beauty of this creature in its natural habitat and the unsavory side of shark-human interaction. Steinbeck Forum Lobby

(exhibits sponsored by iLCP & Save Our Seas Foundation)

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Ralph Lee Hopkins

“Galapagos - Islands at Risk” documents these unique islands as the scene of conservation gains amidst increasing threats from develop­ment. Portola Hotel Lobby

“Baja California Hope for an Alternative Future” features the dance between tourism, development and overfishing with conservation success stories. IMAX Lobby

(Exhibition made possible with support from the Helmsley Charitable Trust and iLCP)

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12 SHOTS

Wednesday & Thursday (9:00pm  - 11:00pm) - Portola Atrium

iLCP and Backscatter are hosting “12 Shots”, where amateur and professionals alike have been given the chance to tell ocean conser­vation stories with just 12 images. 12 shots of tequila are somehow involved... Portola Lower Lobby

Monterey Bay Photography Showcase

Gracing the walls of the Portola Hotel, a quiver of outstanding local photographers are exhibiting their craft. Immerse yourself in stunning coastal landscapes, wildlife portraits and underwater scenes from Monterey Bay.

Our local photographers include:

Kip Evans  |  Douglas Steakley  |  Jason Bradley

Berkley White 

Camille Lenore Derendinger & RYUIJIE

Wine & Cheese Reception and Screening of the film:  In the Eye of the Whale
Tuesday 8/24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm  |  $10 donation

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