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Guy Harvey is one of the most prolific and influential artists in the world of fishing. Known as the king of the fishing t-shirt industry, he has captivated generations with his iconic murals depicting billfish and marine life. His passion for these creatures has taken him to the farthest corners of the ocean, where he has had the privilege of observing them up close in their natural habitat. But who is the man behind the legendary name and his signature long-legged lettering? Having met Guy before, I was struck by the depth of his curiosity and creativity, traits that define his life's work. Beyond his artistry, Guy is deeply committed to marine research and conservation. His dedication is evident in his founding of the Guy Harvey Research Institute and the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, both of which are at the forefront of efforts to protect marine ecosystems. In this conversation, we catch up with Guy as he heads to Palm Beach, Florida, to receive yet another well-deserved honor. We discuss his lifelong passion for fishing, his love for art, and his unwavering dedication for billfish conservation.
Guy Harvey is well known for his depictions of marine life, especially marlin and other sportfish species. Guy's interest in the marine environment, however, extends beyond art to science and conservation. He holds a Ph.D. in fisheries biology and actively supports marine scientific research through the Guy Harvey Research Institute and Guy Harvey Oceanographic Institute at Nova Southeastern University. Similarly, the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation funds scientific research and educational programs aimed at conserving the marine environment. In conversation with host Mike Leonard, Guy discusses his childhood in Jamaica, his foundation's new education initiative and his views on marine conservation. For ways to get involved in sportfishing policy visit https://keepamericafishing.org/ and https://asafishing.org/
Join our host Scott Hall, of Hall'Em In Fishin' as he brings you this spectacular interview with Dr. Guy Harvey. Dr. Guy Harvey is a unique blend of artist, scientist, diver, angler, conservationist and explorer, fiercely devoted to his family and his love of the sea. Growing up in Jamaica, Dr. Harvey spent many hours fishing and diving with his father along the Island’s south coast. He was obsessed with the creatures of the sea and began drawing pictures of the many different fish he observed. Dr. Harvey's artwork can be found in art exhibits, stores, galleries, restaurants and at fishing tournaments. He makes appearances at store openings as well as public appearances for a variety of environmental causes. From his early inspirations, Guy’s natural gift to recreate marine life has propelled him from Professor of Marine Biology to a Wildlife Artist and Photographer. Guy initially opted for a scientific education, earning high honors in Marine Biology at Aberdeen University in Scotland in 1977. He continued his formal training at the University of West Indies, where he obtained a Doctorate in Fisheries Management. In 1985, he depicted Ernest Hemingway’s famous fishing story "The Old Man & the Sea" through a series of 44 original pen and ink drawings and displayed them at an exhibition in Jamaica. Based on the positive response he received at the show, Dr. Harvey began painting full time and by 1988 was providing custom artwork for use on a variety of products. Guy began to travel the world to gain more knowledge of the habits and activities of marine wildlife. He became an avid scuba diver and skilled underwater photographer. He pioneered a technique of diving and photographing free-swimming billfish. His personal observations made during these diving expeditions have better enabled him to capture the detail in his paintings that contributes to the popularity of his work. A passion for the beauty and wonder of the underwater world has driven Dr. Guy Harvey to be a leading conservationist and advocate for the protection of our environment. Guy dedicates much of his talent, time and resources to programs that protect our oceans, fish population and reef systems. The Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University and The Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation have taken on a leadership role in providing the scientific information necessary to understand and protect the world’s fish resources and biodiversity from continued decline. Tune in and enjoy this exciting new episode and as always don’t forget to subscribe to our variety of shows by clicking the links on our home page, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. (there are clickable links on our home page also) IWe bring you Hall’Em In Fishin’ each week on www.hallaroundtownradio.com – See you on the water!!
In segment 1, Ashley speaks with Dr. Derek Burkholder, Research Scientist for the Guy Harvey Research Institute and Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program, about what we can do to help protect turtles during nesting season and how badly hurricanes can affect them. In segment 2, Gayle speaks with Adriana Perez, Cultural Projects Administrator for the Miami Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and Eric Fliss, Managing Director for the South Miami Dade Cultural Arts Center about upcoming performances, and community outreach including their involvement with local schools.
"Meet Guy Harvey" is one of the many Guy Harvey Expedition episodes now available on Apple iTunes. In this episode of the Shark Task Force, you'll find out how Guy Harvey got his start at an early age - and why Ernest Hemingway had such a profound impact on his life. Guy Harvey has led the charge in tagging large pelagic sharks. From Tiger Sharks to Oceanic Whitetips, his works along with the work of the Guy Harvey Research Institute has been groundbreaking. To find out more - check out, GHRITracking.org. To find Guy Harvey on iTunes, please visit: Guy Harvey Expeditions on iTunes or https://itunes.apple.com/us/tv-season/guy-harvey-expeditions-season/id1052857375
This month we submerge ourselves in the science of tracking sharks. How do we follow them, where do they go, and what do they get up to when we're not watching? We catch up with Ecocean's Brad Norman to find out how he was inspired by the stars to help track the biggest fish in the seas. Mahmood Shivji from the Guy Harvey Research Institute tells us about how cutting edge genetic tools are helping to track the trade in sharks fins. And Boris Worm chooses our Critter of the Month. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
This month we submerge ourselves in the science of tracking sharks. How do we follow them, where do they go, and what do they get up to when we're not watching? We catch up with Ecocean's Brad Norman to find out how he was inspired by the stars to help track the biggest fish in the seas. Mahmood Shivji from the Guy Harvey Research Institute tells us about how cutting edge genetic tools are helping to track the trade in sharks fins. And Boris Worm chooses our Critter of the Month. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.