The Philippines, an archipelago of over 7,000 islands, is renowned for its rich marine biodiversity and vibrant coral reefs. These ecosystems are not only ecological treasures but also vital to the livelihoods and cultural heritage of local communities. I visited the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park area of the Philippines in […]

The Solomon Islands, nestled with the Coral Triangle, boast some of the richest marine biodiversity on Earth. Their coral reefs are not only ecological treasures but also vital to the livelihoods and cultural heritage of local communities. Climate Change Threats The reefs are under increasing pressure from: Socioeconomic Impacts With […]

Here are some concrete steps you can take to support ocean conservation, particularly coral reef protection: Educate and Spread Awareness Be a Responsible Traveler Reduce Your Carbon Footprint Support Reef-Safe Products Make Sustainable Seafood Choices Support Marine Conservation Organizations Reduce Water Pollution Get Involved in Policy and Advocacy

As part of my 100 Days of Coral Reefs project, I’ve started a new series of small, mixed media paintings featuring some of the ocean’s most eye-catching (and oddly charming) creatures: nudibranchs. If you’re not familiar with them, nudibranchs are soft-bodied sea slugs found in oceans all over the world. […]