Join us at 1230 CEST, following the workshop on Sunday, October 19, for a conversation with Sabine M. Probst Saavedra, a conservation filmmaker and storyteller. She will share her experiences in conservation storytelling, moderated by Jacqueline Farmer, Director of Nature Through Her Eyes. Sabine will discuss the founding of her NGO, Seen Blue Conservation, and how she uses various formats to enhance environmental messaging.
About Sabine Probst Saavedra
Sabine M. Probst Saavedra is a documentary filmmaker, NGO director, and impact storyteller. Through evocative cinematic imagery her films explore the deep and transformative connection between humanity and nature, especially the ocean.
In 2022, Sabine co-founded Seen Blue Conservation, an impact media organization where she serves as director. Seen Blue is dedicated to using media for ocean and water conservation by inspiring and engaging global audiences through impactful storytelling.
Last year, she launched the Impact Storytelling Podcast, a platform where she hosts in-depth conversations with leading professionals from the marine science field, conservation artists, environmental organization directors and natural history filmmakers.
About Jacqueline Farmer
Jacqueline Farmer holds a Master’s in Broadcast Journalism from the University of the Arts, London, and a bachelor’s degree in Natural Science from Durham University. Her career began in radio with the BBC World Service, but for the past 20 years, she has been devoted to natural history filmmaking. She has directed and produced many award-winning films and series for cinema and television. She began teaching filmmaking in the nature, environment, and conservation space with The VII Foundation in 2020, with a particular focus on women. She manages the Nature Through Her Eyes Festival and training courses and accompanies alumni as Executive Producer on film projects that come through the program.
About Nature Through Her Eyes
Nature Through Her Eyes, is an educational program of The VII Foundation. NTHE promotes and celebrates women’s storytelling work in the natural world, providing access and opportunity through mentoring, masterclasses, and networking.