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Dove Joans, known as DolphinGirl, is a filmmaker, author, explorer, and advocate whose work connects science, storytelling, and close observation of cetaceans and other marine life. Within the Expedition Audacity ecosystem, she contributes a distinctive perspective shaped by years of field experience and creative practice.
Dove’s work is grounded in the idea that deeper understanding encourages care and engagement. Through film, photography, education, and interspecies-focused work, she presents the ocean as a living system shaped by behaviour, relationships, and environment.
Her approach blends careful observation with creative interpretation, producing material that speaks to researchers, educators, and public audiences.
Expedition narratives:
Ethical storytelling frameworks:
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Amplifying scientific and community perspectives
Educational content:
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Developing materials for classrooms and public audiences
Community engagement:
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Linking local knowledge with wider environmental context
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Supporting respectful and context-aware documentation
Dove’s work often explores connections between human and non-human life. Her focus includes:
- Interspecies awareness
- Respectful visual representation
- Narratives grounded in field observation
- Thoughtful, experience-based storytelling
Her practice sits at the intersection of art, science, and education.
Dove Joans’ work highlights the relationships that shape ocean life. Expedition Audacity is pleased to collaborate with her across shared areas of research, education, and storytelling.