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A body of water surrounded by snow covered mountains and icy tree branches is not necessarily all that inviting. But for some, like Jeremy Koreski, frosty environmental landscapes are innate.
After a brief perusal of Jeremy's portfolio, you can’t help but notice the dedication he has for his craft. Just the mere elements of the blustery surroundings in which he shoots is enough to turn most warm-blooded photographers away. But not Jeremy. No, he has embraced his natural habitat of Tofino, British Colombia, and has made an art of capturing the nearby ocean and the life of its inhabitants and the communities who depend on it.
It was in high school that Jeremy initially discovered a passion for photography. Growing up near the ocean, he began by taking photos of his friends surfing at nearby beaches. And from there, his work in still and moving images developed into a style that centers around surfing, fishing, and the life and culture of the Canadian coast.
But perphaps one of the most remarkable aspects of Jeremy's portfolio lies in the jaw-dropping backdrops of his compositions. Powdery peaks and seemingly freezing cold troughs create a landscape unique to many other bodies of work floating around the underwater community. And upon a broader examination of his images, what resonates is a story of respecting the land, its offerings, and its often tempestuous nature.
Jeremy Koreski turns the camera on himself
"My mask fogged up and wetsuit was not even zipped up because I was so excited to get in the water with the dolphins. There were about 300 Pacific White-sided Dolphins that we came across about 35 miles off of Tofino."
“Basically, I've just always loved the journey and the simple adventure of getting there. I love exploring new places and being outdoors all the time, and I hope to inspire people, through my work, to do the same.”
For more of Jeremy's work, check out his website: www.jeremykoreski.com