Every photo/film project involves far more than the final images or finished video. While the public may only see a handful of photographs or a few minutes of film, each story is often built from hundreds or even thousands of images. This blog offers a look behind the scenes of both current and past projects, sharing the stories, photographs, tips, and challenges that come with documenting science, conservation, and the natural world.

Reef Sounds
Dan Mele Dan Mele

Reef Sounds

8 interviews, 297 clips and 75 photos in 2 days. How I managed my time to plan this shoot.

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Polluted Guts
Dan Mele Dan Mele

Polluted Guts

What began as a day photographing the freshwater streams of the U.S. Virgin Islands turned into the start of a new story.

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