https://jasminecarey.com.au Jasmine Carey Thu, 04 Jul 2024 08:38:38 +0000 https://jasminecarey.com.au en https://jasminecarey.com.au/Navigation-Main Sat, 08 Aug 2020 10:52:10 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/Navigation-Main Jasmine Carey <img src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/da949275cd121609b3cf00585ee789d9e0d5a7997d4a288995dcca79b5706ba4/JC-Icon-2.png"> https://jasminecarey.com.au/Landing-Hero Mon, 03 Aug 2020 08:51:07 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/Landing-Hero <img width="2049" height="421" width_o="2049" height_o="421" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/41d2306ba02c51a2927c60a59ba30457dd3a95d1cd3d39470865dc960e8c1a92/JC-Landing-Quote-02.png" data-mid="87464408" border="0" data-scale="60" data-no-zoom="true" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/41d2306ba02c51a2927c60a59ba30457dd3a95d1cd3d39470865dc960e8c1a92/JC-Landing-Quote-02.png" /> <img width="2000" height="1180" width_o="2000" height_o="1180" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/921d7a7edb96df8121e09d83dacdf05914380ef32fac1d3bbd84c03f35717376/Friends-Deal.png" data-mid="246705251" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/921d7a7edb96df8121e09d83dacdf05914380ef32fac1d3bbd84c03f35717376/Friends-Deal.png" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/445c38c5ac349b31cf8669c583b0081adf68f80d1227c4e00ea8a9ca26acce18/20190730-8643-WM_djnoise-small.jpg" data-mid="87464409" border="0" data-scale="80" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/445c38c5ac349b31cf8669c583b0081adf68f80d1227c4e00ea8a9ca26acce18/20190730-8643-WM_djnoise-small.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/817c8802c96c2dc44b3fd4ff0043acf6b1f7e260930958582c216d9dd88aeaf0/IGandFB-20180820-2338-wm.jpg" data-mid="87464410" border="0" data-scale="80" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/817c8802c96c2dc44b3fd4ff0043acf6b1f7e260930958582c216d9dd88aeaf0/IGandFB-20180820-2338-wm.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/518ed858f6bc61305a7c82559e9ed3bc2aa15d66c2547db5cd08fefedaf38591/IGandFB-20171116-1372-WM.jpg" data-mid="87464412" border="0" data-scale="80" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/518ed858f6bc61305a7c82559e9ed3bc2aa15d66c2547db5cd08fefedaf38591/IGandFB-20171116-1372-WM.jpg" /> https://jasminecarey.com.au/About-Landing Mon, 03 Aug 2020 09:04:03 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/About-Landing <img width="1366" height="2048" width_o="1366" height_o="2048" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b20548c0fa9fab2b75226a5626569b47338abffca485ff462171f1237a790e60/Adrian-of-me.jpeg" data-mid="239224285" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b20548c0fa9fab2b75226a5626569b47338abffca485ff462171f1237a790e60/Adrian-of-me.jpeg" /> Jasmine Carey Known online as PxlExplorer, Jasmine Carey is an ocean photographer and storyteller driven by a deep curiosity for the world beneath the waves. Her intimate, emotive images reveal moments of connection that remind us how alive and intertwined our planet truly is. Most of the year, Jasmine can be found exploring and documenting life below the surface—sharing her experiences through photography, personal reflections, and guided whale encounters that invite others to see the ocean with fresh eyes and open hearts. Her journey, built on years of experience and respect for the ocean, continues below. Read more https://jasminecarey.com.au/Landing-Links Fri, 14 Aug 2020 08:44:20 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/Landing-Links <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/08e8db444e6fa328556d748f48e52d40de2d0cc278982c093900c0c859aa8139/IGandFB-20180809-0227-2-WM.jpg" data-mid="79875746" border="0" data-no-zoom="true" alt="Whale Gallery" data-caption="&lt;span&gt;Whale Gallery&lt;/span&gt;" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/08e8db444e6fa328556d748f48e52d40de2d0cc278982c093900c0c859aa8139/IGandFB-20180809-0227-2-WM.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9b533dcc96ed91a923a76104239e9efa7efc83c9d76b9b74655460dfe8f8b6a0/IGandFB-20190317-2242-WM.jpg" data-mid="79876410" border="0" data-no-zoom="true" alt="Buy Prints" data-caption="&lt;span&gt;Buy Prints&lt;/span&gt;" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/9b533dcc96ed91a923a76104239e9efa7efc83c9d76b9b74655460dfe8f8b6a0/IGandFB-20190317-2242-WM.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/fd7f945b98643778f706bf74c8d0f82a48ea1252a4a73f54506a2213d7081796/IGandFB-20180817-0480-wm.jpg" data-mid="79876409" border="0" data-no-zoom="true" alt="Latest Blog Post" data-caption="&lt;span&gt;Latest Blog Post&lt;/span&gt;" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/fd7f945b98643778f706bf74c8d0f82a48ea1252a4a73f54506a2213d7081796/IGandFB-20180817-0480-wm.jpg" /> https://jasminecarey.com.au/The-Madness-of-Chocolate Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:20:17 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/The-Madness-of-Chocolate 06 jun 2024 The Madness of Chocolate Chocolate. A single word that ignites the senses, promising indulgence and delight. This enchanting elixir captivates us, transforming simple moments into extraordinary experiences. More than a mere treat, chocolate is an elixir of pleasure, a journey through unrestrained emotions. In this exploration, we delve into our complex relationship with chocolate. From its rich, velvety texture to its intoxicating aroma, chocolate has the power to evoke deep desires and passions. It embodies a spectrum of experiences, each form a unique embodiment of indulgence and delight.&nbsp;Prepare to be seduced by the madness of chocolate. Allow yourself to be swept away by its charm, and succumb to its irresistible allure. Welcome to “The Madness of Chocolate.” READ FULL STORY https://jasminecarey.com.au/Sunset-Mail Tue, 07 May 2024 09:40:26 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/Sunset-Mail 13 APR 2024 Sunset Mail In the hushed moments between day and night, when the sun dips below the horizon and the sky becomes a canvas of twilight hues, a celestial phenomenon unfolds—an ethereal exchange known as Sunset Mail. Within these pages, embark on a journey through the cosmic wonders of Sunset Mail, where the whispers of the universe converge to weave a tapestry of hope, love, and connection. As you turn each page, may you find solace in the embrace of the stars and inspiration in the messages that illuminate the night sky. READ FULL STORY https://jasminecarey.com.au/In-Search-of-His-Song Thu, 09 May 2024 06:03:41 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/In-Search-of-His-Song 13 APR 2024 In Search of His Song In the vast expanse of the ocean lies a world teeming with life, mystery, and enchantment. Within its depths, amidst swirling currents and hidden treasures, unfolds the tale of Cetus, a humpback whale on a journey of self-discovery and connection. Through encounters with diverse marine creatures and the guidance of Oceanus, the ancient blue whale, Cetus embarks on a profound exploration of the ocean's secrets and his own place within it. As his adventures unfold, Cetus discovers that the true magic of the ocean lies not only in its hidden vistas but also in the bonds forged with its inhabitants and the melodies that unite hearts and souls in a timeless symphony of life beneath the waves.READ FULL STORY https://jasminecarey.com.au/The-Ink-of-Dreams Thu, 09 May 2024 06:13:12 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/The-Ink-of-Dreams 13 APR 2024 The Ink of Dreams Should you ever be invited to view or experience the wonders of this valley, take care not to underestimate the depth of its enchantment. In this sacred realm, where the veil between reality and fantasy is gossamer thin, each step carries the weight of destiny, and every glance reveals a new layer of mystery. Here, amidst the whispers of the wind and the rustle of leaves, the boundaries of imagination dissolve into the ether, inviting the curious to embark on a journey of discovery unlike any other. So heed this caution, dear traveller, for within the embrace of the ‘Ink of Dreams’ valley, the line between truth and illusion is as fragile as a spider’s silk, and the secrets it guards are as infinite as the stars themselves.READ FULL STORY https://jasminecarey.com.au/About-Main Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:01:00 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/About-Main <img width="1638" height="2048" width_o="1638" height_o="2048" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/e1df2d37d3da455426db0f43361edf5b988e1f160c268377f63684f021a3552f/Headshot-20200313-0138.jpg" data-mid="81500238" border="0" data-no-zoom src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/e1df2d37d3da455426db0f43361edf5b988e1f160c268377f63684f021a3552f/Headshot-20200313-0138.jpg" /> “Somehow, Carey's complex compositions appear deceptively simple. Her whales are framed in such a way as to be simultaneously artistic yet wholly natural and relaxed.” — Karin Cox, Wildlife Australia A passion for adventure and the ocean Jasmine Carey is an award-winning ocean photographer, storyteller and guide whose work has captured the hearts of ocean lovers across the world. Her evocative, perceptive imagery draws viewers beneath the surface into moments of intimacy, emotion and awe—revealing both the beauty and the vulnerability of the sea. With over two decades of ocean exploration and photography experience, Jasmine has dived extensively throughout the Indo-Pacific, following her passion for whales from the tropical breeding grounds of Tonga to the icy fjords of Norway. Her work reflects a deep respect for marine life and a philosophy of connection between people, wildlife and the planet. As an Ambassador for Rainforest Rescue, Jasmine advocates for the vital link between rainforest and reef conservation. Her imagery has been showcased in exhibitions, publications and campaigns around the world—spanning fine art, conservation and education—including Australian Geographic, Greenpeace, The Guardian, Loud and Luminous (celebrating 100 of Australia’s finest women photographers), Oceanographic, PADI, and the prestigious Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA), where she received the Grand Prize for her image Water. Now steering her own path, Jasmine continues to guide and host others on transformative ocean experiences, sharing her knowledge, creativity and contagious love for the sea. “It’s a continuing pleasure to see my guests—and the new friends I make along the way—reach new levels of understanding about the natural world and about themselves.” <img width="1001" height="308" width_o="1001" height_o="308" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ff1bfd9ba5bf78ab5efb5213b4e0c79f289774cdfee2d86a32a103e49279ab56/signature-1000-light.png" data-mid="81986483" border="0" data-scale="7" data-no-zoom data-icon-mode src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/ff1bfd9ba5bf78ab5efb5213b4e0c79f289774cdfee2d86a32a103e49279ab56/signature-1000-light.png" /> Jasmine Carey Photographer | Underwater Explorer View Media Kit Media links&nbsp;︎ Rainforest Rescue Australia 25th Anniversary Celebration Exposure: Photography Podcast ORCA - OMG! | IlluminOcean Podcast The Secret Lives of Whales | earthisourwitness A Chat with Hipa Grand Prize Winner Jasmine Carey&nbsp; HIPA Ninth Season - WATER Winners HIPA Ninth Season (WATER) Grand Prize Winner - Jasmine Carey | Australia The Y Circus Magazine | Photo EssayShort Film links Australian Geographic - Day in the Life of The Great Barrier Reef The Little Things - Dr Richard Smith The Dugong Detective - Janet Lanydon (function(d, s, id) { var js; if (d.getElementById(id)) {return;} js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "https://embedsocial.com/cdn/ht.js"; d.getElementsByTagName("head")[0].appendChild(js); }(document, "script", "EmbedSocialHashtagScript")); https://jasminecarey.com.au/Featured-Blogs Thu, 04 Jul 2024 08:38:38 +0000 Jasmine Carey https://jasminecarey.com.au/Featured-Blogs WHAT’S NEW? 4 February 2025 Lost in the Rainforest <img width="2560" height="1600" width_o="2560" height_o="1600" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/fcc39d1948791615e780ae07f7e61fa804086f56fef49eed1cb5dfc27625a652/rainforest-rescue_25th_anniv_wallpaper-jasmin-carey.jpg" data-mid="226843691" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/fcc39d1948791615e780ae07f7e61fa804086f56fef49eed1cb5dfc27625a652/rainforest-rescue_25th_anniv_wallpaper-jasmin-carey.jpg" />Read More FEATURED 12 January 2025&nbsp;Petals of Eternity <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/c5b0f47d22aff77b5bb17208615ae30ee840470c20e48f2f1691f2e6a0ef8fa7/JCarey-20250109-9872.jpg" data-mid="224590696" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/c5b0f47d22aff77b5bb17208615ae30ee840470c20e48f2f1691f2e6a0ef8fa7/JCarey-20250109-9872.jpg" />...What began as a microscopic fragment, settling on some hidden anchor beneath the sands—perhaps a rock, a piece of dead coral, or another secret of the seafloor—has, over the course of a century, grown leaf by leaf into a masterpiece... Read More 23 december 2024A Leap of Faith <img width="6720" height="4480" width_o="6720" height_o="4480" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/27454133c37d69f8d55c7b44739a4617a22bccf20895bae69ac038b57b7c95da/JCarey---Leap-of-Faith.JPG" data-mid="223725813" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/27454133c37d69f8d55c7b44739a4617a22bccf20895bae69ac038b57b7c95da/JCarey---Leap-of-Faith.JPG" /> Have you ever felt the pull of a leap of faith? Those words alone capture the rawness of stepping into the unknown, where every tether to comfort loosens, leaving you weightless, wondering, on the edge of something profound... Read More 21 November 2024A Drop In The Ocean&nbsp; <img width="7191" height="4794" width_o="7191" height_o="4794" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4ab0ee58bf30fb978e8b6ca48a0da0ef43c187a72094cba78f6da79c1b1676ff/JCarey-a-drop-in-the-ocean.jpg" data-mid="222170310" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/4ab0ee58bf30fb978e8b6ca48a0da0ef43c187a72094cba78f6da79c1b1676ff/JCarey-a-drop-in-the-ocean.jpg" /> The boat slows to a drifting halt, its gentle hum fading into a vast and profound silence. No wind stirs—par for these Indonesian sailing days. Out here, the middle of nowhere is truly ‘nowhere’. No land for days in any direction, no gull’s cry to punctuate the stillness, no terns diving for their meals... Read More 18 October 2024Groot&nbsp; <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/fba1d30d1408f5f8a690df7b6a6c007924e831c99a01e21be8fda34006b22136/JCarey-20240218-3189.jpg" data-mid="219943131" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/fba1d30d1408f5f8a690df7b6a6c007924e831c99a01e21be8fda34006b22136/JCarey-20240218-3189.jpg" /> I stumbled upon a ‘secret’… maybe a glitch in the system? Well, not really a secret, but something I’m always searching for—moments where imagination becomes reality. It’s almost always unexpected, and when it happens, you're so in awe that you forget to capture it. You’re left marvelling that something you had once imagined actually came true... Read More 11 October 2024 Caught in the Eye of the Impossible <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f5b1b2fdc9d99fcf036fe17fec83f459046afc476e48d571e9bb93ab0886e344/JCarey-20240909-6813.jpg" data-mid="219946529" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f5b1b2fdc9d99fcf036fe17fec83f459046afc476e48d571e9bb93ab0886e344/JCarey-20240909-6813.jpg" />Just when you thought the ocean had revealed its greatest wonders—when that massive, darting bait ball of fingerlings you encountered before left you breathless—something entirely unexpected happens. King Neptune isn’t done. He has something bigger in store... Read More 1 October 2024Chasing #Rainblows <img width="2048" height="1152" width_o="2048" height_o="1152" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b8436621b88cd4344329ff9a0f382ffaafebf521eee9a322d349fc0f1340db7f/JCarey-20240929-Blue-Whales-5.jpg" data-mid="219008108" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b8436621b88cd4344329ff9a0f382ffaafebf521eee9a322d349fc0f1340db7f/JCarey-20240929-Blue-Whales-5.jpg" /> The sea was calm, golden hour painting everything in a magical glow. My heart raced as I spotted the first plume of mist—a blow. Could it be? We sent the drone up to investigate, only to find elusive Risso’s dolphins. But just as doubt crept in, there they were—three blue whales, their massive blows towering like rainbows in the golden light. Following them along the coast, I felt both small and incredibly lucky. Magic was unfolding just offshore, unnoticed by the world... Read More 14 August 2024 Raw and Free <img width="1365" height="2048" width_o="1365" height_o="2048" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/6af496471d1718d7a4ecda5e39460e7236805373e1a4ed18c7859f56d82ac759/JCarey-20240814-1557.jpg" data-mid="217190656" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/6af496471d1718d7a4ecda5e39460e7236805373e1a4ed18c7859f56d82ac759/JCarey-20240814-1557.jpg" /> Have you ever ventured into a place so remote, so untouched, that it felt as if you were the first soul to witness its wild, uncharted beauty? The cool, clear water wraps around you, cradling ancient secrets in its gentle embrace... Read More ALL POSTS 4 February 2025 Lost in the Rainforest 12 January 2025 Petals of Eternity 23 DECember 2024 A Leap of Faith 21 November 2024 A Drop In The Ocean 18 October 2024Groot 1 October 2024Caught in the Eye of the Impossible 1 October 2024Chasing #Rainblows 14 august 2024Raw and Free 10 july 2024 On Most Days I Don’t Wear Pants 03 MAY 2024 What Do You Call a Gang of Paper Nautiluses aka Argonauts? 15 APRIL 2024From Waste to Wonder 29 JANUARY 2024 Welcome to 2024 04 november 2023 Big Fish Little Fish 16 august 2023 Whispers 8-10 JANUARY 2021 Girraween National Park 21 AUGUST 2020 Hervey Bay – Whale Watching