Michael Muller (@michaelmuller7) is on a mission to change the way we see sharks. “They are in a lot of trouble right now,” he says. “100 million are slaughtered every year, and I say slaughter because the majority of the time the shark is killed just for its fins.” In his day job, Michael is a Hollywood-based commercial photographer renowned for his celebrity portraits and images used in box office billboards. But when he has free time, Michael devotes himself to documenting sharks in their native habitat around the world.
The key to successful underwater shark photography, according to Michael, is staying relaxed. “Anxiety is the biggest obstacle,” he says. “If you let negative thoughts take hold then you are in for a really rough time.” His additional tips include working with a team you really trust, breathing efficiently and waiting for the right moment. "Timing is everything," he says.
For more photos of Michael’s shark expeditions, follow @michaelmuller7 and follow @discoverychannel during Michael’s account takeover during Shark Week.
Photo by @michaelmuller7