The Urchin Diver

A short documentary for Vaer Watches, made in association with Optimist. The Urchin Diver explores the life and career of a Conner Rhoads, a 2nd generation Urchin Diver based in Ventura, California. In addition to showcasing the unique challenges of an independent fisherman, the film sheds a spotlight on the declining ocean ecosystem, specifically, the disappearance of healthy kelp forests along America’s Pacific coast.