Michael Haluwana. A World on the Edge.
The Arctic is one of my happy places. It’s environment can be like another world. I had high hopes of encountering, photographing and filming polar bears, it is not however guaranteed you will see them, especially a polar bear on a glazier. Lucky for me and believe it or not, my dream came true. This photograph was my first polar bear encounter. I couldn’t believe it - timing, setting, light, positioning - it was all picture perfect with the added bonus of a waterfall! The toughest job was me - standing in a small zodiac with waves making it sway and changing weather conditions, it took a prayer, a breath, and a second. I am really happy with the result.
Michael Haluwana is an internationally acclaimed and award-winning cinematographer, photographer, and videographer with over 17 years of industry experience. Michael's exceptional work has earned him numerous accolades from prestigious organisations such as the National Geographic, BBC, Virgin Galactic, Canon and Sony. Michael's career has been marked by collaboration with esteemed professionals on iconic projects both domestically and internationally. Notably, he has worked alongside Sir David Attenborough on BBC's Planet Earth Il and Planet Earth Ill, contributing to the stunning visuals that have captivated audiences worldwide.
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