Bryant Turffs, a co-founder of the Florida Manta Project, will speak on June 10, 2025, about using photography for marine research and conservation. He will share his journey as a photographer and his work documenting manta rays and Florida’s aquatic life. Bryant emphasizes that great photography relies more on the skill of the photographer than on the equipment used. He will also discuss how the underwater photography community can aid in research efforts and conservation of underwater environments.