The first time you see the work of photographer Kristian Schmidt, your first question might be, "Is that photoshopped?"

His pictures, which frequently blend the sophistication of fashion with the rawness of wildlife, often depict scenarios that have yet to be attempted by other photographers. One critically acclaimed project captured a model swimming alongside whale sharks, the biggest known fish in the ocean. The media was captivated, and the photographs were featured in nearly 400 magazines and newspapers globally, raising awareness for this at-risk species.

Kristian has worked with countless celebrities, including Lupita Nyong’o, Djimon Hounsou, Prince William, David Beckham, and Richard Branson, to promote wildlife conservation and increase education about the growing illegal trade of animal and sea-life poaching. This remarkable work contributed to the banning of the ivory trade in China in 2017, but Kristian’s work is far from over. 

As he says in this episode, "Once you're there and you see the problems, you can only help. You don't want to do anything else."

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