My name is Vincent Shay and I live in Avila Beach, California. I am a self taught 'photographer’ and have been taking photographs since I was 17 years old so that would be almost 38 years which is so amazing in itself to think about it like that.

The ocean and photography are the two main focuses in my life that has probably saved my life as well as the only two things in my life that has kept my focus for so long.

I have been so thankful I get to spend my time now owning and operating a small whale watching and wildlife viewing boat company specializing in humpback whales and sea otters. The company is called Avila Beach Ocean Safaris and based out of Port San Luis Harbor and its so rewarding to be able to facilitate other peoples love of nature and help educate others about the benefits of clean marine environment that allow those amazing sea animals to thrive.

Sometimes I have the honor being awarded some accolades for my work, but what means the most to me is that people are moved by the images enough to want to hang them on their wall or in their home or business. That means alot.

So look around! If you see something you like then awesome. If you just are looking I appreciate the interest. If you have a project that you are interested in working together on, let me know.

Sincerely,

Vincent Shay