Julien Anton is a renowned French photographer whose images have earned him global recognition and numerous prestigious awards. A former member of the French national volleyball team, Julien's transition from professional sports to underwater photography is a testament to his dedication, discipline, and passion for capturing the beauty of the natural world. He achieved significant recognition when he won the prestigious Shark Eye Award in the Fine Art category at the Underwater Photographer of the Year (UPY) competition. The recognition at UPY solidified his reputation as an artist who can merge technical mastery with a deep emotional connection to his subjects. Julien is also well-known for his work with prominent organizations such as Sea Legacy, Netflix, and UshuaiaTV. Through these partnerships, his video/photography has reached global audiences, contributing to documentaries and conservation initiatives that emphasize the need for ocean conservation. His work has been particularly impactful, to raise awareness about the importance of preserving oceanic ecosystems. A major focus of Anton's work has been his contribution to the study of whales in Polynesia. Julien has played a pivotal role in documenting the behavior and migration patterns of these magnificent creatures (Netflix and National Geographic documentaries). Julien Anton's photography were on exhibition at the National Maritime Museum in Sydney and during the UNOC 2025 (Nice - FRANCE).