Just Beyond the Shore A Hidden World Is Revealed by Undersea Photographer Carol Harper. A Talk at Kennaway House As Part Of The SVBG Nature Festival.
Only a few hundred yards from the sunlit esplanade, where visitors stroll, children play, and the waves glimmer on the horizon, lies a secret world few ever witness firsthand. Beneath the waves, an entire ecosystem thrives in quiet mystery, unseen by most yet teeming with life, colour, and drama.
This is a world Carol Harper knows intimately.
An accomplished undersea photographer and marine storyteller, Carol has spent decades capturing the unseen wonders of coastal waters. In her captivating talk, she pulls back the curtain on this hidden realm, revealing the astonishing biodiversity, delicate ecosystems, and surreal beauty that exist just feet from every beach.
Through stunning imagery and firsthand accounts, Carol invites you to:
- Discover the unexpected creatures living in shallow tidal pools and seagrass beds.
- Witness the drama of microhabitats where survival unfolds in vivid detail.
- Understand the fragile balance of near-shore ecosystems—and why they matter.
Whether you’re a photographer, diver, a conservationist, or simply curious about the sea’s secrets, Carol’s work transforms the familiar coastline into a portal to another world.
“Most people never look beyond the surface,” she says. “But the moment you do, you realise adventure isn’t just in far-off places. It’s right here, waiting.”
Location: Kennaway House
Date: Friday June 6th 2025 commencing at 7.00 pm.
Booking NOT required.
Free Event, But Donations Welcome
All events are free though donations to support the group’s activities are welcome. An opportunity to donate, if you wish, will be available at all events.
