Conservation storyteller    filmmaker   photographer
about Chris st lawrence
From filming whale sharks above the deep-sea chasm of New York's Hudson Canyon to following researchers pulling seahorses out of the Hudson River, my work focuses on the wilder (and especially watery) stories hidden on the periphery of our urban worlds. Conservation-minded, science-informed, and place-based storytelling is at the heart of my filmmaking, photography, and the rest of what I do.
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Whales and marine ecosystems are a special focus of my work as I bring to light the incredible underwater neighborhoods found right here in New York-New Jersey. From documenting whales in New York Harbor to joining communities protecting endangered shorebirds in Queens, I have ventured across all five boroughs and beyond in sharing the city's conservation and wildlife stories.
capturing the big picture:
boots on the ground,
eyes on the water
A key part of telling science-driven stories with a rich sense of place is putting in the groundwork and engaging with local voices and experts. Throughout my work, I have built an extensive network of close contacts across the region with many decades of collective knowledge and expertise.
I offer filming, guiding, and footage licensing services for documentary and natural history productions in the New York area, especially those focusing on marine topics. I also have a large catalog of photos for licensing. For more information, get in touch.
Clients, Collaborations, and features
