Laura Thomas
Runner
About Me
I specialise in digital communications, looking to spark a passion for wildlife in others. I want to positively impact people’s relationship with nature, more specifically, invertebrates. They carry out the... Read More
Professional Training
| Course / Qualification | Training Provider / Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MSc Science Communication / University of the Wesof England, Bristol / 2023 | ||
| MSc Science Communication | University of the Wesof England, Bristol | 2023 |
| BSc Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science / University of the West of England, Bristol / 2021 | ||
| BSc Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science | University of the West of England, Bristol | 2021 |
Locations I can work in:
Bristol
Plymouth
Cardiff
Falmouth
Truro
Language:
English (Fluent)
Technical Skills:
Adobe Premiere
DSLR
Awards:
Winner of the IES Photography Competition 2021 - Theme Transformation - Issued by The Institution of Environmental Sciences · Oct 2021
Laura's photo – titled ‘junk to jewel’ – highlights the power of the ocean to transform a discarded glass bottle into an attractive piece of sea glass, captured beautifully against the setting sun. It serves as a reminder that transformation can be complex, and it is full of ethical dilemmas and pitfalls. Pollution is not a desirable outcome but, in this case, it provides some beauty. We are reminded that nature has the capacity to adapt to changes in circumstances, albeit over a very long period, and ask: if we cannot mitigate a problem, to what degree are we able to adapt?