Paul Nicklen
Canadian
Paul Nicklen is a Canadian marine biologist and renowned photographer whose work focuses on the icy extremes of the planet. Raised in a remote Arctic Inuit community, Nicklen developed a deep connection to wildlife and the natural world from an early age, which continues to shape his career as a visual storyteller and environmental advocate.
Specializing in underwater and polar-region photography, Nicklen captures breathtaking images of marine life including polar bears, orcas, and emperor penguins. His fine-art prints are known for their striking detail and emotional impact, highlighting both the beauty and fragility of Earth’s most remote ecosystems.
Nicklen is also a leading conservation voice. He co-founded SeaLegacy, a nonprofit organization that uses visual media to drive ocean conservation. Through his photography, public speaking, and published books, he combines science, art, and activism to inspire global awareness and change.
His limited edition prints are represented by Off-Piste Fine Arts, offering collectors a powerful lens into the natural world and a reminder of what we stand to lose without environmental stewardship.
Specializing in underwater and polar-region photography, Nicklen captures breathtaking images of marine life including polar bears, orcas, and emperor penguins. His fine-art prints are known for their striking detail and emotional impact, highlighting both the beauty and fragility of Earth’s most remote ecosystems.
Nicklen is also a leading conservation voice. He co-founded SeaLegacy, a nonprofit organization that uses visual media to drive ocean conservation. Through his photography, public speaking, and published books, he combines science, art, and activism to inspire global awareness and change.
His limited edition prints are represented by Off-Piste Fine Arts, offering collectors a powerful lens into the natural world and a reminder of what we stand to lose without environmental stewardship.
