We met in one of the most extraordinary places on Earth — the Great Barrier Reef.

In a little sand patch in the middle of the vast ocean.

Among sea turtles, sharks, whales and manta rays, we discovered a shared passion for the  animals, the ocean, art, and for protecting the living world around us.

That encounter brought us together.

Now we have crossed to the other side of Australia, continuing that journey and building Encounters Expeditions — a project dedicated to supporting conservation, storytelling, and a deeper relationship with the ocean and the animals that live within it. A project to unite them all.

Julian Lange —  Co-founder

Favourite animal: Orca

Writer, animal guide, rescue diver and support worker. 

Above all, a beautiful human soul who believes deeply in connection between people, animals and stories.

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Fabrizio Ferrari — Co-founder

Favourite animal: Humpback Whale

Photographer, Filmmaker, animal guide, rescue diver and captain behind Spotted Fabri, documenting marine life and helping connect people with the ocean through storytelling.

Above all, a curious soul always drawn to the sea.

 

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Georgia Webb — Co-founder

Favourite animal: Tiger

Designer and visual artist, creator of Wild Wonders, bringing imagination, colour and playful creativity to the project. Also proudly the expedition’s dog carer.
Above all, a gentle and joyful human spirit.

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 Hugo Delgado – 

Favourite animal: Flying Fox

Carpenter, rescue diver and captain, helping shape and build the physical backbone of the expeditions. 

Above all, a sea lover and and adventurous spirit who keeps things moving forward.

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Maja Koronska —

Favourite animal: Dolphin
Pottery artist, support worker and creative designer, bringing craft, care and thoughtful vision to the project.
Above all, a deeply kind and supportive human being.

 

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Favourite animal: Wolf

Workforce powerhouse, creative mind and chef, keeping both the boat and the crew nourished and ready.

Above all, a thoughtful soul with lots of enthusiasm