1. Can you introduce yourself and talk about how you got into photography?

My name is Gillian and I

2. Where did you study photography?

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3. Do you remember your first shot? What was it?

I don

4. What equipment do you use?

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5. What do you hope to achieve?

The aim of my photography is to offer people access to a different world they might not have been able to dive into (quite literally). Also, I would like to clear up some of the many misconceptions that exist about these amazing animals and educate people about the importance of sharks for our ecosystem.

6. What compliment inspired/touched you the most?

For me the most beautiful compliment I

7. What inspires your unique storytelling?

First of all the incredible animals I

8. What THREE (3) words describe your photography style?

Calm, expressive, immersive

9. Congratulations! As the winner of the European Photography Awards, what does it mean for you and your team to receive this distinction?

Thank you! It means so much to me and I

10. Can you explain a bit about the winning work you entered into the 2022 European Photography Awards, and why you chose to enter this project?

I chose to submit the picture

11. How has winning an award developed your career?

After having received the jury prize for my picture

12. Name 1-3 photographers who have inspired you.

Matt Draper, Mike Coots, Alex Kydd

13. What advice would you give someone who would like to become a photographer today?

Just give it a try and don

14. What is your key to success? Any parting words of wisdom?

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15. How do you stay in that space of being receptive to new information and knowledge?

I really enjoy learning new things and expanding my knowledge.

16. Anything else you would like to add to the interview?

Thank you for this opportunity!

Winning Entry

Amateur
2022

Photographer

Gillian Shark

Category

Nature Photography - Underwater

Amateur
2023

Photographer

Gillian Shark

Category

Nature Photography - Underwater

Amateur
2023

Photographer

Gillian Shark

Category

Nature Photography - Underwater

Amateur
2023

Photographer

Gillian Shark

Category

Nature Photography - Underwater

Amateur
2023

Photographer

Gillian Shark

Category

Black & White Photography - Wildlife