The majesty of animals in the wild is unequaled. Whether it's the tiny neighborhood birds or the rare and exotic animals in the far reaches of the world, watching and photographing these creatures in their natural home is a lifelong passion. Laurel strongly believes in advancing conservation through her photography, bringing threatened species to light through her work.

The endless beauty of the night sky comes alive with stars. From her home base deep in the dark skies of the desert, Laurel aims to capture that majesty above unparalleled natural landscapes.

A lifelong student of marine biology and a lover of the sea, Laurel has been diving since 2005 and has branched out into underwater photography and videography. Sharks are her primary focus, and she travels the world seeking to dive with and photograph these incredible predators.