For over three decades, Chris Fallows has been documenting the raw power and fragility of the natural world, building a body of work that has helped redefine wildlife storytelling.

Based in South Africa, Chris first gained global recognition in 1996 when he captured the world’s first images of great white sharks breaching at Seal Island. What began as a singular moment has since become one of the most iconic behaviours ever recorded in marine wildlife.

But Chris’s work has never been about spectacle alone. From great white sharks to African elephants and black-maned lions, his photography is grounded in patience, precision, and a deep respect for the animals he documents. Many of his images now serve as rare records of behaviours that are disappearing from the wild.

His work has featured in over 60 international documentaries, including Planet Earth and Shark Week, and in more than 500 publications worldwide. Through it all, his focus remains consistent: to create images that connect people to wildlife in a way that drives lasting conservation.

Working alongside his wife, Monique, Chris extends that mission beyond the lens, dedicating their efforts to acquiring and protecting conservation land for endangered species in Africa.

For Chris, photography is not just about capturing a moment. It’s about ensuring those moments are not lost forever.