Laurent Ballesta is a renowned French underwater photographer, biologist and deep diver, and explorer, celebrated for his groundbreaking work documenting marine life and deep-sea ecosystems. With multiple awards, record-breaking dives, and acclaimed publications, Laurent combines scientific exploration with artistic vision, capturing some of the ocean’s rarest and most extraordinary creatures.

Today, we’re excited to share some of the most stunning images captured by Ballesta, showcasing the incredible beauty of life beneath the waves. If you’d like to learn more about the photographer, keep reading our exclusive interview.

Bored Panda reached out to the photographer to learn more about his work. First, we were curious about how Laurent prepares mentally and physically before each dive.

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