TITLE: Visitor

The sardines in Moalboal, Philippines are an unknown phenomenon. No one is sure why they are there. I was travelling on my own and reached out to Irish over Instagram. Together we endeavoured into experimental play. Bridging the gap between the ocean and human connection is a phenomenon that not many wish to be a part of, those who dare to dip are rewarded with breathless moments that cannot be replicated out of the blue. A sardine bait ball, a strong aggregation yet fluid formation, is only felt through experience. These images are no deeper than 10m, it gets exhausting quickly for both of us on one breath. You lose light the deeper you go, visibility changes, the marine life is on its own clock - the possibilities are infinite, both the greatest and the missed takes.

AUTHOR: Maddison Woollard (Australia)

Maddison is fashion photographer based in Sydney, Australia. As a freediver, scuba diver, ocean swimmer and adventurer - her personal work subsequently involves underwater photography and travel. Maddison has worked overseas in New York City, including for the prestigious NYC Fashion Week.

With a Film & Television bachelors degree, Maddison was able to unlock her natural ability to storytell. Articulating precise attention to detail and defining timeless moments, her sharp eye for powerful compositions, light shaping and colour palettes upholds her continuing trajectory. Her ability to carefully select the best aligned subject, stage and partners for each project and client, emphasises her strength to hold her own in an evergrowing and evolving community and industry.

The connection Maddison can ignite on set is evident and felt through each considered moment she captures, making it effortless by breaking down the wavering lens barrier to audiences. Creating art that is both visually stimulating and thought provoking, is the base Maddison’s work rises on. Her style is dynamic, intuitive and undoubtedly high quality. Her passion and dedication to her work is witnessed through her infectious energy - not only bringing out the best in her, but in everyone around her.