George Karbus

George Karbus has become one of Europe’s best-known photographers of underwater wildlife. He tells Keith Wilson about the joys of surfing, freediving and making a film about a very special dolphin…

- Keith Wilson

George Karbus Profile

• George Karbus is an experienced surfer, freediver and a Nikon Europe Ambassador.
• After moving to Ireland 18 years ago from the Czech Republic, George raised the funds for his first pro camera by working as a porter in a Galway hotel.
• Since then he has devoted his life to photographing the natural wonders of Ireland’s emerald coastline, winning numerous awards in the process.
• In 2013, George was named the overall winner in the British Wildlife Photography Awards. His images have also been awarded in Nature’s Best, Wildlife Photographer of the Year, and the Outdoor Photographer of the Year title in 2010.
• George’s photos have featured in many international titles, including BBC Wildlife, Nature’s Best, Birdwatch, Ocean, The Times, Irish Independent and The Telegraph.

www.georgekarbusphotography.com