Captured in the waters of the North Shore of Kauai as Malia observes the tropical marine world below her. She returns to shore to catch her breath which was stolen by the mesmerising beauty of the coral reefs, turtles and fish which she had just encountered.
Natalie Arber is a self-taught lifestyle and environmental portrait photographer based in Melbourne who practices mostly in black and white. She documents candid moments with an emphasis on emotions and human expression.
Awards 2023
Australasia's Top Emerging Photographers (People) - Top 5
The Mono Awards (People) - Top 20/Top 40
Museum of Australian Photography LOOK! Prize
Head On Portrait Awards - Finalist
Out From the Mist - Finalist
ReFocus B&W (Portrait) - Bronze
2024
Australian Photography Photographer of the Year (Aerial) - Top 10
London Photography Awards (People/Portrait, People/Children, BW/Children, BW/Portrait) - Gold
Exposure One - One Shot (Domestic Animals) - Winner/People's Vote
Exposure One - One Shot (Portrait) - Silver
Australian Photographic Prize (Portrait) - Winner
Better Photography Photographer of the Year (Emotive Portrait) - Winner
