Craig Foster is a South African filmmaker, naturalist, and conservationist best known for co-directing the documentary film "My Octopus Teacher," which earned an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2021. He is a co-founder of the Sea Change Project, a community dedicated to protecting South Africa's unique marine environment through storytelling and conservation. Foster's work often focuses on his intimate experiences with nature, particularly his interactions and relationship with marine life along the South African coastline. With a passion for fostering a deeper connection between humans and the natural world, his storytelling emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding for conservation efforts.