About Vishal

I’m an award-winning wildlife photographer, National Geographic Young Explorer, and public speaker.

As a freelance storyteller, I partner with leading conservation groups in California and beyond, creating stories that raise awareness about conservation and help foster a closer connection between people and nature, ultimately inspiring community action. Some of the groups I have worked with include the California Academy of Sciences, Rausser College of Natural Resources at UC Berkeley, Peninsula Open Space Trust, and Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District.

My work has been featured by National Geographic, CNN, NPR, CBS, Smithsonian, LA Times, and more. My photos have won prestigious wildlife photography awards including Wildlife Photographer of the Year. I have an audience of over 100,00 followers across social media platforms, where I frequently share stories about wildlife that connect people to nature and inspire a sense of wonder. I frequently give speaking engagements, participate in panels, and hold photo exhibitions, where I speak about wildlife conservation and the human connection with nature.

I recently graduated from UC Berkeley in 2024 with degrees in ecology and statistics. Conservation and climate change are among the defining challenges of our time - I believe in the power of storytelling and data driven solutions to address these critical issues

I welcome opportunities to collaborate on projects and give speaking engagements related to photography, storytelling, and wildlife conservation.